{"id":1213222,"url":"https://alion.io/job/niagara-falls-planning-technician","title":"Planning Technician","company":{"id":1051067,"name":"Niagara Falls","domain":"niagarafalls.ca","url":"https://alion.io/company/niagarafalls-ca","size_band":null,"is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":null},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":"junior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Wayne, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":36,"max":37,"currency":"USD","period":"hour","gross":null,"usd_annual":74000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":1,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Microsoft Office","optional":false},{"name":"Outlook","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-25T05:36:14Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-25","last_verified_at":"2026-09-29T22:08:08Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":4,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":4},"description":"If you are currently employed with the City of Niagara Falls, please apply internally through the Workday Jobs Hub app of your Workday account in order for your application to be processed as an internal applicant.\nClosing Date (closes at 11:59 pm on date noted below):\nOctober 9, 2026Job Type:\nContract (Fixed Term)Department:\nCurrent PlanningHourly:\n$36.42 - $37.85Union:\nCanadian Union of Public Employees Local 133Hours per week:\n35Openings:\n1Vacancy Status:\nThis is a fixed-term contract to backfill an existing vacancy.\nThe term is for two (2) months, with the possibility of an extension.\nJob Position:\nThe following job description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the position identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in such classification.\nPosition Summary:\nResponsible for notices, commenting, processing of development applications and pre consultation. This position also acts as backup for the Secretary Treasurer of the Committee of Adjustment and the Planning Clerk.\nResponsible For:\nIntake and processing of all planning applications using Cityview software.\nReview applications to determine completeness and ensure the correct fees have been paid. Create and distribute public notices, advertisements, etc. for applications, meetings and events and create location maps using the Cityview software. Ensures all documents are AODA compliant. Coordinates newspaper publications with the Communications Officer. \nTrack and process all security deposits for site plan applications, as assigned.\nProcess minor planning applications under the Planning Act.\nComment on all easements, land sales and other related internal departmental circulations as assigned.\nPost all public notices on the City website and ensures all documents are AODA compliant. \nCoordinate the intake and payment of pre-consultation applications program including but not limited to scheduling of the bi-monthly meeting with applicants/developers and commenting stakeholders, preparing agreements etc.\nAssist Department staff with research, background information and special projects as assigned.\nUpdate the website as required for the Planning department.\nUpdates fees in Cityview for all application types.\nAssist with the maintenance of the procedural manual.\nTake minutes and attends meetings involving the public and/or appointed committees, as required.\nAttend public open houses, public sessions and other evening and weekend meetings as required.\nProvide back-up when necessary for front line customer service staff regarding inquiries concerning Planning, Building and Development and directing to the appropriate staff liaison.\nProvide back-up when necessary for the Secretary Treasurer of Committee of Adjustment\nOther duties as assigned.\nPosition Requirements:\nMinimum is a diploma in Planning (Planning Technician, Geography, Urban Studies etc.). \nMinimum one (1) year of previous planning experience considered an asset. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.\nSound knowledge of Ontario Planning legislation and Provincial policies.\nAbility to accurately read and interpret construction drawings, surveys, legal descriptions, and legal documents.\nAbility to interpret and understand real estate property documents such as deeds, easements agreements.\nExcellent organizational, mathematical and time management skills required for applications processed under the Planning Act.\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills that foster positive public/municipal working relationships, and ability to interact and engage effectively with municipal staff, developers, consultants, residents, businesses, and other government agencies.\nExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to act with integrity and discretion during the handling of confidential materials, in meetings and other settings.\nIntermediate skills in current application processing software and other software programs and applications utilized by the department, including CityView, Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word & Excel), GIS, Adobe, Laserfiche, etc\nAbility to work under tight deadlines involving multiple projects and demands at any one time.\nConsidered Assets:\nMembership with the Ontario Professional Planners’ Institute or the Canadian Association of certified Planning Technicians.\nAMCTO Municipal Administration Program’s Primer on Planning Course.\nWorking Conditions:\nStandard office environment\nEquipment And Tools Used:\nGeneral office equipment and applicable software.\nHow to apply:\nPlease submit your application including a cover letter and resume through Workday using the apply button above.\nThe City of Niagara Falls is dedicated to creating an accessible and inclusive organization and fostering a workplace culture which reflects the diverse nature of the residents we serve. In accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the City will accommodate the individual needs of candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please feel free to contact us at  or 905-356-7521 ext 4317.\nPersonal information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act and will only be used to determine suitability for this position. 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