Junior Expeditor

JOB TITLE: Junior Expeditor

DEPARTMENT: Office of the CAO

POSTING NUMBER: 106595

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1

JOB STATUS & DURATION: Full Time Permanent

HOURS OF WORK: 35 hour workweek

LOCATION: Hybrid Model* when working onsite you will report to the location of City Hall.

SALARY GRADE: 11

SALARY RANGE: 1^ST STEP: $86905.00 per annum

2^ND STEP: $91473.20 per annum

JOB RATE: $96259.80 per annum

JOB TYPE: Union

POSTING DATE: March 25 2025

CLOSING DATE: April 07 2025

The City of Brampton is currently hiring a Jr Expeditor! If you have planning and economic development experience and familiar with analyzing economic and demographic data to support decisionmaking and policy recommendations then check out this opportunity!

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Reporting to the Expeditor this position is responsible for supporting Economic Development by providing expertise in economic development and landuse planning. The primary function is to support clients and sector managers through the development approval process ensuring alignment with municipal regional and provincial requirements. The role involves preparing and presenting information on policy frameworks and financial incentives coordinating with internal and external stakeholders monitoring legislative and policy changes and offering strategic input on planning and economic development projects. Additionally the position represents Economic Development in meetings events and consultations advocating for investment priorities and fostering collaboration across departments.

• Prepare presentations and materials on the current policy framework approval processes and financial incentives.
• Review development applications (e.g. OPA ZBA Subdivision) and provide feedback on various policy studies including market studies planning justification reports and economic development studies.
• Support Economic Development sector managers during site/business visits by researching site history including landuse planning zoning development approvals and bylaw infractions and be prepared to address questions from executives and engage with surrounding businesses.
• Liaise with City departments agencies and the public on planning proposals and matters including engaging with seniorlevel contacts.
• Informally engage with internal and external stakeholders to test ideas and scenarios for business expansion and/or relocation.
• Lead/attend internal and external meetings including crossfunctional and technical working groups representing Economic Development.
• Support sector managers and their clients through the development review process from application submission to full occupancy.
• Set milestones and track progress of applications through all stages of the development process.
• Attend Development Team PreConsultation and Site Plan meetings on behalf of Economic Development reporting back on items requiring input or escalation.
• Stay uptodate on landuse planning knowledge municipal regional and provincial development requirements and updated legislation through seminars courses and industry publications.
• Monitor changes in local provincial and federal legislation and policies with economic and development implications.
• Stay informed on best practices and trends for planning urban design and economic development indicators.
• Set the context for project priority levels relative to other investments.
• Provide economic development input on City of Brampton capital projects.
• Attend public meetings open houses grand openings committee meetings and other events as required.
• Review Council and Committee agendas to identify items of interest to Economic Development.
• Provide support to the Expeditor and sector managers on client files and inquiries.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

EDUCATION:

• High School (Grade 12 graduation plus an additional program of three to four years or equivalent in Urban and Regional Planning or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

• Over 4 years up to and including 8 years

REQUIRED LICENCE CERTIFICATION:

• Membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) with a Registered Planner (RPP) designation with the Ontario Profession Planners Institute (OPPI)
• Valid G drivers licence

OTHER SKILLS AND ASSETS:

• Understanding of council processes committee operations and municipal decisionmaking structures.
• Ability to use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to analyze and visualize spatial data related to landuse planning and development.
• Familiarity with urban design principles and how they contribute to creating vibrant and sustainable communities.
• Understanding of environmental planning green building standards and sustainability initiatives relevant to development projects.
• Insight into the creation and implementation of public policies related to economic development and planning.
• Experience analyzing economic and demographic data to support decisionmaking and policy recommendations.
• Familiarity with financial modeling costbenefit analysis or evaluating the economic impact of proposed developments.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders including developers business leaders and community groups.
• Demonstrated good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organization and time management skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

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Interview: Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology.

Applicants who do not meet the educational requirements but have direct related experience may be considered.

As part of the corporations Modernizing Job Evaluation project this position will undergo an evaluation which may result in a change to the rate of compensation. Any changes affecting this position will be communicated as information becomes available. *Our Hybrid Model is subject to change.

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience please apply online by clicking the button above quoting reference #106595 by April 07 2025 and complete the attached questionnaire. We thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate(s) will be required as a condition of employment to execute a written employment agreement. A criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.

As part of the application process applicants will be invited to complete a selfidentification survey. The survey is voluntary. Participation in the survey will have no impact on hiring decisions. Should you wish to opt out of completing the survey please select prefer not to answer as a response to each question. All information collected is confidential and will not be shared with the hiring manager. The surveys will be anonymized and will be kept separate from applicant or employee files such that the individuals who completed the surveys will not be identifiable. The results of the survey will assist in the analysis of disaggregated metrics for organizational planning purposes and our commitment to advance and foster diversity equity and inclusion. The City may use anonymized data to produce aggregate reports for internal or external use.

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