Job Description
Job Summary
The City of Mississauga is dedicated to developing future talent while meeting core operational needs. This opportunity provides registered co-op program students with technical administrative and application-related work experience in a municipal environment.
Reporting to the Manager, Zoning & Zoning Administrator, the successful candidate will assist with a variety of responsibilities, including prescreening of architectural plans and documentation for application acceptance, zoning research, updating zoning databases, and supporting technical staff with a variety of duties.
This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in the Planning and Building Department and gain an understanding of municipal operations including plans examination & Committee of Adjustment.
Duties and Responsibilities
Application Pre-Screening
• Review application submission materials for completion of required documentation (cover letter, architectural plans, etc.) and confirm project scope eligibility.
Data Management
• Input application data into land information databases and architectural plan review software.
Technical Administration
• Triage stakeholder zoning research requests for technical staff.
Customer Service
• Respond to stakeholders application status inquiries.
Technical Knowledge Development
• Complete zoning training assignments.
Skills and Qualifications
Education
To be considered for this competition you must be:
• Enrolled in a registered three or four year diploma/degree co-op program at a Canadian post-secondary institution in Planning, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or Law.
• Eligible for a Work Term during the specified period.
• Upload proof of enrolment in a co-op program when completing your application.
Skills
• Reading architectural/civil drawings, site plans, surveys, and specifications.
• Cursory understanding of municipal zoning, the Planning Act, and the Building Code Act (as they relate to zoning).
• Proficient written and verbal communication for diverse audiences.
• Customer service, conflict resolution and problem solving.
• Working effectively in a team environment.
• Proficient with MS Office, GIS and CAD.