Planning & GIS Technician III (Temporary, 12 months)

Job Description

Job Summary
Service Area:
Infrastructure, Development, and Environment

Department:
Planning and Building Services

Division:
Site Development

Work Location:
City Hall, 1 Carden Street

Work Mode:
Hybrid

Job Type and Duration:
Temporary, Full time Vacancy

Position Availability:
1 vacant position(s)

Salary Range:
$ $49.66 per hour

Affiliation:
CUPE Local 973

Posting Period:
February 19, 2026 to March 8, :59 p.m.

Why Join the City of Guelph?
When you join the City of Guelph, you join a team of over 2000 employees who deliver services the community relies on every day. Together, we are bringing to life Guelph's vision of an inclusive, connected, and prosperous city where we look after each other and our environment. As a single tier municipality, we offer a variety of occupations and career specialities within our organization. Guided by the goals and objectives of the Future Guelph: Strategic Plan and committed to the Corporate Values of integrity, service, inclusion, wellness and learning, the candidate will aid in the achievement of the Community Vision for an inclusive, connected, prosperous city.

What We Offer
We offer competitive wages and comprehensive benefits to meet the needs of our diverse employees. Many of our positions offer:

• Paid vacation days, increasing with years of service
• Paid personal days;
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements;
• Defined benefit pension plan with OMERS, including 100-per-cent employer matching;
• Extended health and dental benefits, including Health Care Spending Account;
• Employee and Family Assistance Program;
• Parental leave top up program;
• Learning and development opportunities including tuition assistance
• Employee recognition programs.

Position Overview
The successful candidate will provide technical support of the City's Development Planning and Policy Planning & Urban Design functions. Guided by the goals and objectives of the City of Guelph Corporate Strategic Plan and committed to the Corporate Values of integrity, service, inclusion, wellness and learning, the candidate will aid in the achievement of the Community Vision for an inclusive, connected, prosperous city.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain GIS databases, analyze GIS data and prepare mapping for a range of planning projects and information requests
• Support the design and implementation of various GIS applications and other visual analysis techniques, such as 3-D modelling.
• Conduct zoning compliance review for proposed site plan applications.
• Perform site plan inspections and enforce compliance as required.
• Negotiate with developers related to outstanding site plan compliance items and facilitate letter of credit full and partial releases with Finance staff
• Provide technical support for development planning projects including site plan and development application review and general research.
• Maintain the City's AMANDA data base with planning related information and assign and input new municipal addresses and street names.
• Support the maintenance, cataloguing, storage and reproduction of all maps, graphics, statistics and related data bases.
• Prepare graphics relating to the processing of development applications and policy planning & urban design projects, such as maps, plans, drawings, charts and other visual aids.
• Respond to public inquiries and requests for data, plans and other graphics relating to development.
• Assist in identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives in relation to the delivery of planning technical support services.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications And Requirements

• A 2-year Diploma in Planning or related field, and 3 – 4 years relevant planning experience, preferably within the municipal sector. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience working with GIS for mapping and analysis
• Membership or eligibility for membership in the Canadian Association of Planning Technicians is required.
• Advanced skills in GIS mapping and analysis
• GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Specialist certificate would be an asset.
• Ability to prepare maps, plans, drawings, charts and other visual aids in relation to development applications and policy planning and urban design projects.
• Ability to utilize computer graphics, data management, and mapping (MapInfo, AutoCAD, ARCview, 3-D Analyst).
• Experience and knowledge with AMANDA System Administration.
• Excellent analytical and organization skills with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure with minimum supervision.
• Knowledge of urban design and graphic communication/analysis techniques would be an asset.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act
• Ability to conduct research, evaluate options and develop recommendations.
• Intermediate skills Microsoft Office (Power Point, Word and Excel)
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, stakeholders and the general public.

Hours of work
35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m and 4:30 p.m. This position is eligible for hybrid and flexible work arrangement options (as per current corporate policy).

How To Apply
Qualified applicants are invited to apply using our online application system by March 8, 2026. Please note all applicants must complete the online questionnaire specific to this position at the time they submit their resume and cover letter in order to be considered.

Hiring Process Transparency
The City of Guelph is committed to fair and transparent recruitment practices. Candidates who participate in an interview for this position will be notified of the hiring decision within 45 days of their interview. Notifications will be provided in writing, or through technology.

Commitment to Diversity & Accessibility
The City of Guelph is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees feel welcome, valued and engaged. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All employment practices are solely based on individual merit, qualifications, and organization's needs at the time. In keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals in our job application procedures. If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, you may contact us to make your needs known in advance.

Privacy Notice
Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment. We thank all candidates in advance; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.