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The Township of Champlain is seeking to create a pool of dynamic and motivated individuals to fill Permanent Full-Time and Part-Time Contract positions.
This position is responsible for operating all roads equipment, as required. It is also responsible for maintaining logbooks regarding equipment operated and day-to-day activities performed.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs year-round maintenance functions on roads, equipment, and municipal buildings.
- Responds promptly to emergency situations, i.e., severe storms, road blockages, winter storm events, etc.
- Operates graders, backhoes, trucks, snowplows, mowers, and all other heavy machinery owned by the Municipality.
- Performs labourer duties and road patrols.
- Completes written reports regarding roadwork completed and road conditions observed that could require maintenance and daily equipment logs.
- Assists with road construction.
- Performs minor mechanical repairs and service on assigned equipment.
- Assists with repairs and maintenance to water, wastewater, and storm water systems.
- Participates in staff training.
- Performs other related duties as may be assigned.
Do you have the following Qualifications:
- A High School diploma.
- A minimum one-year road-related program (e.g., T.J. Mahony Road School), or an equivalent combination of courses and experience.
- Significant relevant experience operating heavy equipment and snowplowing.
- A valid Ontario DZ class Drivers License (Class AZ would be an asset).
- Good oral and written communication skills in both English and French (Bilingual)
- Some knowledge of equipment maintenance.
- Knowledge of road maintenance and construction practices
- The physical ability to carry out manual labour.
- A valid First A secondary Aid & CPR certificate or be willing to be trained.
- A satisfactory current Police Criminal Record Check OR are willing to have one carried out prior to employment.
Working Conditions:
- Pay Level 4a: Hourly rate one of five steps ranging from $29.13 to $34.74.
Hours of work:
- 40-hour work week, working day shifts from Monday to Friday.
- On-call shifts during the winter schedule and critical situations during other seasons.
- Regular exposure to temperature extremes, inclement weather, dust, dirt, waste, etc.
- Moderate to heavy physical activity.
- Sitting or driving for periods of more than two hours requiring heightened attention.
- Lifting objects that may exceed 22 kg for periods of one to two hours.
- Exposed to physical hazards and danger while working with or near heavy equipment.
- Potential stress related to meeting deadlines or working in emotionally charged situations.
Conditions of Employment
- Must be willing and able to work irregular hours performing normal tasks or others, as assigned.
- Must be “on call” 24/7 at all times during the winter season and occasionally during other seasons to attend at emergency and weather situations. This requires being willing and able to get to the garage within 30 minutes of the Patroller’s call.
- Must have satisfactory current Police Criminal Record Check prior to employment
- Must be bilingual
Applications
Qualified candidates are invited to apply through our online application form.
Deadline: on-going
Start date: Various start dates depending on vacancies as they arise during the year.
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The Township of Champlain is seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to fill the position of Urban Planner.
Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer and working closely with other Department Heads, this position is responsible for the development, recommendation, and implementation of planning policies, strategies, and by-laws to guide the future growth of the municipality. This position will also work closely with Senior Staff and Council to attract and retain new and existing industries, businesses, and services for the purpose of expanding the economy of the community.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide Council, the Chief Administrative Officer and Township staff with advice and recommendations on all matters related to the functions and activities of the Township’s planning including:
- The development and administration of the Township’s official plan review process including formulation of long-range planning objectives and strategies, secondary plans, growth management strategies, facilitating and ensuring public consultation/participation on same.
- The development and administration of the Township’s zoning by-law review process to ensure it conforms to the official plan and meets the current standards and regulations.
- Review and process development applications such as official plan amendments, zoning by-law amendments, plans of subdivision, site plans and their related agreements.
- Prepare site plan control agreements and coordinate the review of site plans with internal departments and outside agencies.
- Administer all subdivision agreements which involve:
- guiding through pre-consultation process at the municipal level.
- coordinating responses from Township staff and consultants and forwarding a recommendation to Council outlining probable conditions of approval.
- coordinating public meetings as required under the Planning Act.
- preparing Notice of Public Meeting.
- forwarding municipal response and all necessary documentation to the United Counties of Prescott Russell.
- When draft conditions are received:
- preparing draft subdivision agreement incorporating the requirements of the draft condition.
- revising the draft agreement as required to reflect issues as agreed by the developer and the Council.
- when all conditions of draft approval have been met, all agencies have responded indicating agreement is in order, and Council has approved the final subdivision agreement and forwards a letter to the County outlining how all the conditions are met.
- Forwarding the subdivision agreement to the Municipality’s solicitor for registration immediately after the Plan of Subdivision is registered.
- Complete site inspections, when necessary, of any property that is the subject of planning applications.
- Responsible with the Chief Building Official, for completion of Compliance reports for zoning and building matters.
- Key staff resource to the Committee of Adjustment on planning matters.
- Administer and enforce the Municipality’s Official Plan, Zoning By-law, site plan control, and subdivision agreements, including the processing of complaints, violations, court appearances, and monitoring of same.
- Responsible for leading the development review of the new Official Plan and Zoning By-law for the municipality.
- Prepare reports and recommendations to Council and the Chief Administrative Officer regarding the activities, programs, and projects attached to the planning function. Attend and provide information for meetings of the Council, the Committee of Adjustment, the County, the Ontario Land Tribunal, and for public meetings.
- Maintain effective and cooperative liaison with the public, senior representatives of other municipalities, agencies, and employers, other levels of government, consultants, developers, contractors, community groups, etc., obtain and provide relevant information, and promote a high standard of public relations.
- Meet regularly with the public, developers, contractors, etc. to discuss, receive and/or review different planning applications.
- Prepare estimates for the planning functions and the follow-up administration of the revenues and expenses.
- Keep informed on physical, social, and economic conditions, developments, and trends and on pertinent legislation, by-laws, regulations, literature, etc.
- Work cooperatively with local, regional, and provincial partner groups/agencies, actively promoting and encouraging all types of growth and development opportunities for the Township.
- Explore all possible areas of funding to ensure that the maximum amount of grants and subsidies is obtained to maximize services rendered and minimize costs and verify amounts received from funding sources.
- Establish an effective evaluation process to determine the extent to which programs, initiatives, and new investments have been valid and cost-effective.
- Create and maintain a database of tourism-related and business contacts including a land inventory of vacant commercial and industrial lands in the Township to ensure that the necessary and up-to-date information is available to potential investors.
- Determine the economic development needs of the region in consultation with other members of the community and develop realistic plans of action that will meet the region's requirements.
- Coordinate activities with other various provincial and/or municipal government organizations as they may relate to the promotion of tourism and economic development.
- Develop relationships with businesses, industry associations, and other stakeholders in assigned targeted industries and geographical areas.
- During an emergency, declared or otherwise, staffing requirements can be critical. The employee will be available to work irregular hours performing normal tasks or others, as assigned.
- Contribute to the Township’s senior management team in establishing objectives in developing and implementing policies and programs.
- Develop, implement, review, update and enforce municipal by-laws and Provincial Laws, where required.
- Respond to questionnaires, surveys, and other requests for information related to planning and/or economic development matters.
- Attend all meetings with Senior Staff.
- Attend all Council meetings.
- Ensure confidentiality of all documents related to Council.
- Ensure the safe operation, maintenance, and management of all office data processing, duplicating, computer and telephone equipment, and drafting equipment.
- Prepare, administer, and reconcile the department’s operational and capital budgets.
- Purchase all supplies and equipment needed for the efficient operation of the department, and deal with sales representatives and suppliers' technical staff.
- Ensure that all revenues of the department are collected and that all grants and subsidy payments are applied for on time and in appropriate form.
- Proven ability to produce above-average results with a minimum level of supervision.
- Be a member of the internal Accessibility Working Group. Review the site plans for current and future building projects and provide recommendations for the remediations of accessibility barriers.
- Perform other duties as directed, and undertake special projects as assigned by the Chief Administrative Officer.
- During emergencies, declared or otherwise, staffing requirements can be critical. This position requires to be available to work irregular hours performing normal tasks or others, as needed.
Qualifications
- A member in good standing or eligible to become a member of the Canadian Institute of Planning and/ or of the Ontario Professional Planners Institute.
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Planning Act and other related legislation (e.g., Municipal Act, etc.) and regulations as they apply to the Planning Department.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are required to interact with management, staff, committee members, Council, Senior government officials, and the public.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including report writing and presentation skills in both official languages.
- Good analytical skills to initiate and execute programs, to identify and resolve problems, and to formulate policies and procedures relevant to same.
- Some budgeting knowledge would be an asset.
- A sound working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation programs.
- Must provide a satisfactory current Police Criminal Record Check as a condition of employment.
- Valid Driver’s License.
Required Education and Experience
- A university degree in planning or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be accepted.
- Sound municipal experience with a minimum of five (5) years experience in planning with an eagerness to continue to develop professionally.
- Ability to interpret maps, aerial photographs, legal documents, plans of subdivision, etc.
- Ability with collection and analysis of economic and other data to support informed decisions on business development issues, and to ensure a clear understanding of the local economic landscape.
Working Conditions
- The level 7 payscale consists of five steps, with the annual salary ranging from $97,550 to $116,330. The salary is determined upon hire based on qualifications, experience, skills, and knowledge.
- This position is full-time, with a regular schedule of 37.5 hours per week.
- Meets with the public, sometimes in adverse conditions to rectify concerns.
- Attends Council meetings, and committee meetings as required.
- Often required to work additional hours outside the planned weekly hours due to meetings of Council or committees, attending seminars and conferences, etc., or because of conflicting demands during regular hours which prevents completing assignments or the regular workload to achieve the delivery of satisfactory planning services to the Township.
- Work is subject to deadlines that are imposed by legislation or Council policy.
- Frequent mental concentration periods.
- Some travel, usually within the township to inspect properties.
- General office working conditions.
Applications
Qualified candidates are invited to apply through our online application form.
Deadline: The position will be posted until filled
Start date: As soon as possible
Apply Now!
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