Position Overview Key duties and responsibilities

Review/approve technical engineering plans and studies as they relate to development applications such as site plan, zoning by-law amendment, official plan amendment, plan of subdivision, committee of adjustment and condominium. Topics to review/approve include, but are not limited to, transportation (including active transportation and transit), road right-of-way design, assessing impact of new traffic on area roads, need for road widening improvements, number and location of new driveway entrances, safe visibility at driveways, internal parking layout, loading facilities, sidewalk locations, pavement markings, signs, surface treatment.
Review/approve traffic impact studies to determine impact of development on the road network, as submitted by consulting firms, on behalf of property owners.
Research and determine requirements for preparation of legal surveys undertaken for dedication of land to City for road widening and encroachments.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal and provincial regulations/legislation and City Bylaws.
Complete site inspections on private property and road right-of-way, when needed, to further evaluate a development application.
Represent corporation in transportation matters related to review of land development.
Defend review through all levels of the approval process up to and including giving expert testimony at OLT hearings.
Provide technical information for other City departments and external customers.
Maintain professional knowledge in job-related rules, statutes, laws, and new business trends; recommend the implementation of changes; read and interpret professional literature; attend training programs, workshops, and seminars as appropriate.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and requirements

Experience related to the duties listed above, normally acquired through a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent field of study and minimum 5 years' experience in transportation engineering related to development. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Experience reviewing development applications including but not limited to interpreting the Planning Act, Provincial Policy Statement, Official Plans, Zoning Bylaws and engineering plans, traffic impact studies and road right-of-way design.
Must be certified or eligible for certification as an Engineering Technologist by OACETT.
Must possess a valid G driver's licence and have a good driving record. Successful candidates will be required to provide a current driver's abstract prior to their start date to confirm their license is held in good standing and that it has not been suspended or revoked under the Highway Traffic Act or Criminal Code of Canada in the last 5 years. The City will take into consideration the number of demerit points and/or nature of the infractions to determine if it meets our requirements.
Must have demonstrated experience and knowledge of the TAC geometric design guideline and TAC Highway Capacity Manual, the Canadian Capacity Guide, Ontario Traffic Manuals, and Synchro software applications. A working knowledge of VISSIM and VISUM and AMANDA would be considered an asset.
Must have knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Knowledge of relevant regulations, guidelines, procedures, and legislation.
Strong interpersonal and team skills with demonstrated leadership, change management, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written communication skills; able to prepare clear, effective reports, letters and memos.
Excellent verbal communications skills; able to deliver information to development applicants in person and by phone in a clear, concise manner.
Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and customer service.
Ability to work effectively in both team situations and be a self-starter able to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to provide a solution oriented, customer service approach using good judgement, creativity and strategic thinking.

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