Job Description
Reporting to the Manager and/or Project Manager in the Planning Research and Analytics unit, the
Senior Planner Spatial Analysis leads and contributes to the development of Planning related
geospatial systems and solutions, applications development and web content, integrating municipal
business activity and geospatial solutions. The Senior Planner Spatial Analysis contributes to
planning studies, policy analysis and research.

Major Responsibilities:
Conducts and participates in urban and regional planning studies, policy analysis and research,
including the coordination of staff and consultant teams.
Conducts urban and regional planning research involving quantitative analysis, descriptive
statistics, demographic analysis, geospatial analysis and field survey methods of land and
structure use, demographic and socioeconomic conditions.
Designs, develops and implements, land use planning and geospatial information system
technologies, applications and spatially enabled business system solutions to enhance urban and
regional research, analysis and operational support.
Provides input into the design and implementation of integrated tabular and geospatial Planning
information business systems and their integration with corporate business systems and
repositories including geographic identifiers, business-related identifiers, data maintenance
workflows and business intelligence tools.
Provides day-to-day support of geospatial information management and intelligence initiatives
including analysis of business requirements, technology integration and the development,
implementation, sustainment, documentation, installation and support of applications, projects
and solutions.
Identifies problems or issues with Planning data collection and maintenance activities, methods
or procedures, and makes recommendations for their resolution.
Transfers knowledge of Planning-related geospatial information, analysis, technology and
solutions through training, presentations and written documentation to groups with varying levels
of technical expertise.
Maintains an up-to-date understanding of City information and technology platforms including
geospatial, business intelligence and visualization technologies to enhance business and
geospatial information management and the implementation of spatially enabled business
solutions within the Division.
Leads or participates in geospatial information management, analysis, intelligence and
technology project teams as requested and provides advice to team members.
Represents the Division and provides professional advice and support in regards to corporate
initiatives, planning and policy studies and in the review of development applications to Council,
Community Councils, Standing Committees and at meetings with community groups,
stakeholders, vendors, elected officials and other divisions and city organizations.
Liaises and coordinates with internal and external groups to achieve project objectives. Prepares
and presents status reports on projects and deliverables.
Provides work direction on research, analysis, surveys, and other assignments to other staff.

Key Qualifications:
Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:
1. University degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial
Analysis, Computer Science, Geography or an equivalent combination of education and
experience.
2. Extensive experience analyzing urban change, including the collection, analysis, interpretation
and presentation of planning information such as land use, demographics, and urban
economic analysis, utilizing quantitative analysis, descriptive statistics, geospatial analysis
and field survey methods.
3. Extensive experience with ESRI ArcGIS and Oracle technologies including analytical
programming, workflows and programming batch workflows to analyze and manage municipal
geospatial information in the design, development, implementation and support of successful
geospatial solutions.
4. Considerable experience with Web-based spatially enabled application design and
development including ESRI technologies and REST and SOAP services for the
implementation of map-enabled Web solutions to Intranet and Internet.
5. Considerable programming experience with two or more of the following languages/tools: SQL
and Oracle PL/SQL, PowerBuilder, JavaScript, Jupyter, Python.
You must also have:
Experience with creating interactive online dashboards utilizing Tableau business intelligence
software and platforms.
Familiarity with the CSDC or Granicus AMANDA platform, the City’s IBMS or equivalent workflow
tracking systems.
Familiarity with ArcGIS Online and related ESRI products.
Familiarity with VertiGIS Studio and related VertiGIS products.
Superior proficiency in research methodologies and their connection to long-range Planning and
policy formulation while maintaining current knowledge of municipal Planning policy and research
activities, information management techniques and analytical methodologies.
Well-developed analytical skills and attention to detail, standards and documentation,
demonstrated through development of applications and business solutions.
Excellent problem-solving, facilitation, interpersonal and communication skills, both written and
verbal, particularly in dealing with a complex organizational and technical environment.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively maintain cooperative working relationships.
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team, collaboratively with others in a multidisciplinary
team environment and to work independently as required.
Excellent project management skills including the preparation of detailed business cases, project
plans, status reports, request for proposal and purchase documentation, and demonstrated ability
in coordinating projects with tight deadlines and conflicting priorities.
Knowledge of current and emerging geospatial technologies and skills to evaluate, recommend
and introduce new technologies into a complex organizational and technical environment.
Proficient in using the MS Office Suite and MS Project.
Knowledge of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the Occupational
Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and all relevant regulations that apply to the job duties.

Hybrid Work Program
The City of Toronto’s Workplace Modernization Program is re-imagining how we work in our
workplace. Its vision is to provide flexibility to our employees around how we work and where we
work. It will also support a better work-life balance, improved job satisfaction and employee
engagement. Improving the work experience is at the core of this program and everyone plays a
significant role in its realization. We have introduced the Hybrid Work Program which supports
amore modern and flexible way of working. The hybrid approach will allow us to keep the best of
remote work while integrating the important aspects of in-person collaboration and team-work.

A Candidate List will be established and remain in effect for two (2) months after the posted
opportunities have been filled. This list will be used to fill current and any additional permanent and
temporary vacancies in the posted job that become available within the posted or a different
location in the City Planning Division.

Notes
All employees are invited to apply for this position. Priority consideration will be given to
applicants with Local 79 seniority or aggregate service as of the job posting closing and job offer
dates.
Applicants are required to demonstrate in their resume that their qualifications match those
specified in the job posting. Additional information submitted after the job posting closing date will
not be accepted.
Assessment may include an interview, written and/or practical test. Location of assessment to be
determined.
If selected for a temporary position, permanent Local 79 employees will retain their permanent
status. At the end of the temporary assignment, Local 79 employees will return to their permanent
base job classification.
If selected for a temporary position, temporary and part-time employees will be reassigned to this
temporary position.
Work location reflects what is known at the time of posting.
An employee’s reporting relationship and/or work location may change due to operational
reasons and in accordance with their Collective Agreement.
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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of
inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s
commitment to employment equity.

Accommodation
The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are
committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected
accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when
contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during
the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.