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We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.\nThe Active Transportation Planner reports to the Supervisor, Active Transportation and leads implementation of projects that make it safer and more comfortable for people to walk and bicycle. The Active Transportation Planner implements recommended actions from the Active Transportation Priorities Plan, Integrated Mobility Plan and other Council approved plans and projects related to active transportation. The Active Transportation Planner provides intermediate-level professional planning, project management and policy development services and works jointly with other business units and external stakeholders to realize municipal planning objectives.\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nLeads the functional planning (30% design) of new AT capital projects such as protected bike lanes, local street bikeways and multi-use pathways.\nDevelops new Municipal AT programs and services in response to Council direction.\nWrites Regional Council recommendation reports to implement new AT capital projects and AT programs, as well as respond to Council motions. Presents to Council and Standing Committees and often leads discussion with Council.\nLeads internal and external stakeholder engagement processes for functional planning projects and program development projects to inform Council recommendations.\nLeads public engagement processes related to new AT capital projects and new programs to inform Council recommendations.\nConducts field evaluations and assessments.\nResearches, analyzes and compiles information and statistical data and trends on a variety of transportation planning matters.\nManages processes to evaluate and prioritize potential AT capital projects and establish implementation approaches, including integration opportunities, in both the medium and short- term.\nLeads procurement processes to engage professional engineering and planning services.\nCo-ordinates and supports information sharing (e.g. web content), promotion, and safety education initiatives in conjunction with internal and external stakeholders.\nProvides information and expertise to support detailed design, tendering, construction and maintenance of AT infrastructure.\nProvides expertise to other HRM projects such as streetscaping, road safety, land use plans, development agreements, Climate Change and other HRM initiatives of which AT is a part.\nAdministers a program of monitoring characteristics of the AT network, such as modal share improved access and user satisfaction and periodically evaluates the effectiveness of current policies, services and infrastructure on achieving AT goals and objectives.\nProvides advice and support to the Municipality’s Active Transportation Advisory Committee and other committees of Council as required.\nResponds to information requests from the public, media and elected officials.\nFosters cooperation and close working relationships between the department and other HRM departments and outside agencies.\nKeeps up to date on current research and practice in the field of active transportation planning.\nOversees seasonal staff or interns as required.\nMay perform other related duties as assigned.\nQUALIFICATIONS\nEducation and Experience:\nUniversity degree in community planning/design, geography, transportation (civil) engineering, landscape architecture or environmental studies or related field from an accredited university.\nA minimum of three years professional experience in the field of transportation planning or community planning or related field.\nAn equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.\nTechnical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:\nWell-developed knowledge of the principles and practices of planning including cross-functional knowledge involving other disciplines such as engineering.\nSuperior written and verbal communications and strong interpersonal and facilitation skills.\nCreative problem-solving skills that facilitate the gathering of relevant information to solve less well-defined practical problems.\nAbility to review land use plans to determine compliance with AT objectives and standards.\nAbility to apply a complete street lens to planning and program development projects.\nAbility to apply a social equity lens to planning and program development projects.\nAbility to work on several projects or issues simultaneously.\nAbility to work independently or in a team environment.\nAbility to implement engagement processes that access by a wide range of residents and that reflect HRM diversity and inclusion objectives.\nAbility to calmly manage volatile situations where the public or stakeholders may disagree with each other or with HRM. This ability is complemented by the use of appropriate mediation and diplomatic skills in such situations.\nKnowledge in the following areas:\nThe application of transportation planning methods.\nCurrent research related to policies and design standards in the areas of bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure and services.\nThe factors that influence travel behavior.\nPublic and stakeholder engagement.\nOptions analysis and evaluation.\nTravel mode monitoring.\nPolicy development.\nStatistical methods and analyses.\nMobility impacts of developments and subdivisions.\nRoadway design and capacity impacts, including multi-modal analysis.\nComplete streets principles.\nStandard office software and technology including Microsoft Office Suite, Internet applications, GIS, Adobe InDesign, SketchUp and other similar systems and technology related to the business unit.\nProvincial and municipal policies and regulations (i.e. N.S. Municipal Government Act, N.S. Motor Vehicle Act, Municipal Planning Strategies, Municipal Subdivision By-laws, Municipal Land Use Bylaws, HRM Municipal Service System), particularly as they relate to active transportation.\nSecurity Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.Please note: Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.\nCOMPETENCIES: Valuing Diversity, Communications, Analytical Thinking, Conflict Management, Customer Service, Visioning, Strategic Thinking & Innovation, Organizing & Planning, Teamwork & Cooperation.\nWORK STATUS: Permanent, full-time.\nHOURS OF WORK: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm; 35 hours per week.\nSALARY: Group 9 $42.50 per hour as per the NSGEU Local 222 Collective Agreement.\nWORK LOCATION: Duke Tower (3rd Floor), 5251 Duke Street, Halifax. Work location can be changed according to operational requirements.\nCLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on Sunday, November 15, 2026.\nThis is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.\nPlease note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.\nTo ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.\nShortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.\nDuring the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. 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