Planner III - Site Plan Approval Officer in Windsor, Ontario at City of Windsor

Job Title: Planner III - Site Plan Approval Officer
Job Posting Number: 2026-0266
Posting Type: Internal
Posting Period: Monday, July 27, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. to Monday, August 3, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.
Department: Planning – Urban Design
Union: Non-Union
Position Status: Regular Full-Time
Job Code: NU0468
Grade/Class: NU12
Number of Positions: 1
Rate of Pay: $106,903.33 - $129,942.31 annually
Hours of Work per Week: 35 hours
Shift Work Required: NoDuties and Responsibilities: Reporting to the Deputy City Planner - Growth, the successful candidate will be a planning professional with a strong background in the review, processing, evaluation and approval of all Site Plan Control Applications. The Planner III – Site Plan Approval Officer is responsible for the following:

• Coordinate site plan review approval including the approval of Site Plan Control Applications in accordance with By-Law 11275 and By-law 1-2004;
• Communicate with the public, developers, administration and City Council on all matters related to Site Plan Control; Negotiate with developers and their agents to realize a development outcome that balances the developer’s interests with the public benefit/impact, while insuring an equitable balance of municipal/planning requirements are met;
• Preparation of technical analysis and written reports (including Council Reports) and recommendations for approval concerning site plan control applications submitted to the City insuring required timelines are met;
• Monitor and make recommendations for improving Site Plan Control Policies and reviewing procedures;
• Research emerging trends and best practices in all dimensions affecting design and development in the Community and recommend Official Plan policies, site plan procedures and other municipal requirements that promote efficient, effective and attractive development;
• Provide expert evidence on planning matters before the Ontario Land Tribunal and other tribunals;
• Assist to build Community capacity advancing the esteem held for the quality of the municipality’s overall attractiveness and its relationship to health and prosperity;
• Develop and document guidelines and standards to achieve optimal functioning and physical appearance of the Community;
• Provide functional supervision to the Planner II – Research and Design Support and Clerk Steno;
• Will perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program; and
• Will perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Must have a Master’s Degree in Planning, Urban Geography, Architecture, or related discipline, or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency, and have a minimum of two (2) years experience in planning or planning related field;
• Must have a University Degree in Planning, Urban Geography, Architecture or related discipline, or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency, and have a minimum of four (4) years experience in planning or planning related field;
• Candidate must be a full Member of the Ontario Professional Planners/Canadian Institute of Planners, or must be able to attain full membership within one year of accepting the position;
• Must have the ability to travel to off site locations in a timely and expedient manner as required. If method of travel is by vehicle, a current valid and lawful driver’s license is required in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act and must provide a driver’s abstract as a condition of employment;
• Must have thorough knowledge of the Planning Act, Provincial Policies, Official Plan Policies (e.g. urban design), and Community Planning Documents (e.g. Community Improvement Plans) project management and negotiation skills;
• Must have project management and organizational skills;
• Must demonstrate experience in being able to use persuasion, influence, and negotiation to arrive at desired outcome;
• Must have initiative and ability to work both independently and as a member of a team;
• Must have working knowledge and experience with various computer programs including word processing, spreadsheet and graphics applications;
• Should have knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, its regulations and knowledge of the hazards associated with the work.

Physical Demands:The physical demands analysis associated with this job indicates a sedentary level of work.

The City of Windsor is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve.

Who May Apply:

Current City of Windsor employees. Eligibility for consideration is determined by the applicable collective agreement and/or current Corporate hiring practices.

How to Apply:

• An online application is available by viewing this posting on Dashboard (Human Resources)
• Applications must be completed and submitted by no later than the posting period noted.
• If you require assistance to apply online, please contact recruitment@citywindsor.ca or call (519) 255-6515.

Updated:

• By Human Resources on July 23, 2026

Note:

• We offer a smoke-free and scent-safe office environment
• Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 25 as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Windsor will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City of Windsor Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.