Bemidji,
Berkeley, California
Posted: 15-Jun-26
Location: Algonquin Highlands, Ontario, Canada
Type: Full Time
Salary: $96,915 - $109,109
Posting Type:
RPP Designation:
Work environment:
The Corporation of the
Township of Algonquin Highlands
requires a
Planner
The Township of Algonquin Highlands with a permanent population of 2,600 and a seasonal population exceeding 10,000 is known within Central Ontario as an area of natural beauty where residents enjoy a rural lifestyle second to none.
Algonquin Highlands offers a competitive salary, compressed workweek, excellent benefits package, Health and Wellness opportunities and enrollment in the OMERS Pension Plan. Join a dedicated team that strives to make us the best place to live, work and play.
The Township of Algonquin Highlands is seeking applications from qualified individuals for the permanent position of Planner.
Reporting to the CAO, the Planner is responsible for processing and management of development related applications submitted under the Planning Act, including the review and analysis of land development proposals, the research and preparation of reports for consideration by Councill and the Committee of Adjustment; interpretation and analysis of provincial, Council and local Planning documents and policies; responding to requests for Planning information and providing general operational support to the Building/By-Law Department. As the key liaison for planning matters, the Planner ensures streamlined practices while fostering excellence in customer service.
The preferred candidate will possess the following qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Land Use Planning or an Honours Degree in a Planning related program. Eligibility for or Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) is required; however, Full membership is preferred.
- Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation is preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years relevant professional planning experience in the municipal sector and/or private consulting environment.
- Thorough knowledge of Ontario Planning Act regulations and procedures, the Provincial Policy Statement and other related legislation and guidelines.
- Thorough knowledge of and demonstrated experience in municipal planning procedures and land development application procedures.
- Proficiency and experience with Microsoft Suite, Familiarity with ArcGIS and AutoCAD.
- A demonstrated ability to monitor and work within approved financial budgets.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, investigative, problem-solving, report-writing, communication, presentation and public speaking skills.
- Possess a valid “G” Driver’s Licence for the Province of Ontario. A Clean Drivers Abstract is required.
- Politically astute, committed to customer service excellence, with a firm knowledge of best practices in the municipal planning field.
Salary Range: $53.26 - $59.95/hour (35 hours/week)
The Township of Algonquin Highlands is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process, upon the request of the applicant. Please advise in advance if you require accommodation.
In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used only for candidate selection.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is not used to screen, assess or select applicants.
We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2026 to:
Dawn Mugford-Guay, Human Resources Coordinator
Township of Algonquin Highlands
1123 North Shore Road
Algonquin Highlands, ON K0M 1S0
Email: dmugfordguay@algonquinhighlands.ca
