Conservation Halton was created to protect, restore and manage the natural resources in our watershed but we have grown to become so much more. Today, we protect our communities and conserve our natural environment through planning, education and recreation and to support our partners in the creation of sustainable communities within our watershed.
We are looking to build our team with the kind of inspired, ambitious, and strategic people who are not satisfied with the status quo, are excited by the opportunity in every challenge and are driven by meaningful, measurable results. If you are looking to join an environmentally focused and socially conscious community organization, then we are looking for you!
Conservation Halton is proud to be recognized as one of Hamilton-Niagara’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers.
Contract Type: Two-Year Contract, Full Time (Parental leave; starting October 2025)
Work location: Burlington, ON, L7P 0G3
CH Site: Administration office
Flexible work arrangement: Hybrid
Posting Start Date: August 25, 2025
Posting End Date: September 7, 2025
Your Opportunity
Reporting to the Manager, Environmental Planning, the Environmental Planner is responsible and accountable for the review and management of municipal plan input and review files including:
- Official Plan Reviews and Updates, Secondary Plans, Comprehensive Zoning By-law Reviews and Updates, and Subwatershed Studies
- Planning Act applications including Official Plan Amendments, Zoning By-law Amendments, Plans of Subdivision and Condominium, and Complex Site Plans and Development Permits
- Subwatershed Impact Studies, Environmental Implementation Reports and other technical studies
- Niagara Escarpment Plan Amendments
- Environmental Assessments
Responsibilities include:
- Managing files, coordinating technical reviews and preparing correspondence, reports and recommendations
- Providing expert advice and acting as the technical review coordinator for the preparation of expert planning and technical teams’ advice and opinions on behalf of Conservation Halton at the Ontario Land Tribunal and Joint Board Hearings
- Participating in corporate and inter-agency projects and studies that might be impacted by Conservation Halton’s policies
- Supporting special projects or policy planning initiatives
- Preparing staff reports/memos on complex development matters for senior management and the Conservation Halton Board
- Responding to planning and development inquiries from a broad range of stakeholders including applicants, consultants, municipal and agency staff, and members of the public
Your Qualifications
- A degree in Urban/Regional Planning, Geography, Environmental Studies/ Sciences, or a related degree, combined with 5 years of relevant work experience
- Working knowledge of the Planning Act, Provincial Planning Statement, Conservation Authorities Act, Environmental Assessment Act and other related environmental/Provincial legislation, plans and policies
- Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent strategic thinking, dispute resolutions, problem solving, analytical, negotiation and organizational skills
- Experience developing, fostering and sustaining effective and positive relationships, both internal and external to the organization
- Ability to successfully present complex ideas to diverse groups
- Ability to interpret and understand technical reports and drawings, and relate them to Conservation Halton policies and objectives
- Ability to interpret and synthesize various perspectives while providing a fair and consistent application of Conservation Halton planning and regulatory policy
- Full membership in the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) is preferred or, alternatively, candidate member/eligible to become a member of OPPI
Your Reward
- Starting salary of $87,935 (based on skills and qualifications) annually based on a 35-hour work week
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Participation in the OMERS defined benefit pension plan, with generous employer-matching
- Free access to Conservation Halton and Conservation Ontario parks
- Season pass to Glen Eden
- Discounts on Conservation Halton/Glen Eden services, food and merchandise
- You will work in an inspiring setting with views of the Niagara Escarpment and no traffic lights for several miles
- You will work with a creative, talented and solutions-focused team
- You will work for an organization that provides flexible work arrangements and places tremendous value on professional development and wellness of its employees
Our Core Values
Diversity and Inclusion – We endeavor to understand, accept and appreciate the value of our differences and encourage authenticity.
Learning and Innovation – We embrace the need for continuous improvement, the opportunity to learn from others and the benefits of sharing knowledge.
Person-Centered Service – We make people a priority through customer-centred engagement, predictive problem-solving and high-quality service.
Collaboration – We seek out and trust in the skills, expertise and experience of others in order to achieve our common ambition.
Sustainability – We consider the environmental impact of everything we do and always keep future generations in mind when making decisions.
Integrity – We make decisions with accountability, transparency and a strong sense of personal responsibility for our choices and actions.
Resilience – We are positive and proud of our ability to quickly and effectively respond to change.
To Apply
Please email your application to [email protected] by September 7, 2025
Your application should include:
- Your resume and cover letter in one pdf document
- Reference your name and the position title in the subject line
- In the body of your email, please indicate where you heard about this opportunity
We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Conservation Halton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
Pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information provided through the recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27, s. 18 (1), as amended, for the purpose of determining eligibility for employment and volunteer positions with Conservation Halton. Personal information is collected and managed in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
Questions about the collection of information can be directed to the Freedom of Information Coordinator, Office of the President & CEO, 2596 Britannia Road West, Burlington, Ontario, L7P 0G3, 905-336-1158 ext. 2236, [email protected].
We believe that diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives make us stronger. Conservation Halton is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, creating an inclusive work environment and encouraging employees to be their most authentic self, no matter their ethnic background, religious beliefs, gender expression, sexual orientation, and physical or mental ability.
