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Every candidate has a unique set of skills and abilities, but they can bring even more value to an organization with their personality, energy, and vision. At Legacy Executive Search Partners, we aim to identify these unique characteristics in each candidate, and understand how these attributes can provide a unique contribution to an organization. Our personal approach to executive search will provide a rewarding match for both candidate and organization for years to come. ElizabethtownKitley Township is a flourishing rural community with the added benefit of a nearby urban setting. It is an ideal place to call home for those who value a peaceful rural lifestyle balanced with strong community connections and abundant recreational opportunities. Located in southeastern Ontario within the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville, this picturesque and safe township is home to approximately 10,000 residents and is known for its natural beauty, welcoming atmosphere, and diverse population. ElizabethtownKitley offers an exceptional quality of life through its blend of scenic landscapes, modern amenities, and community engagement. Residents enjoy access to parks, trails, sports facilities, and cultural events, as well as a strong sense of belonging within a familyoriented and closeknit community. It is a place where people can easily connect with both nature and their neighbours. Position / Responsibilities The Township of ElizabethtownKitley is committed to delivering a coordinated, efficient, and supportive development process that serves residents, businesses, and the development community. The Planner will play a key role in achieving this objective by providing professional planning services and coordinating with internal departments to ensure development applications are processed in a timely, transparent, and consistent manner. The Planner will be responsible for receiving, reviewing, and processing a range of applications under the Planning Act, including zoning bylaw amendments, official plan amendments, plans of subdivision and condominium, site plan applications, and minor variance applications. The Planner will provide professional planning opinions, advice, and recommendations to staff, the Planning Advisory Committee, Committee of Adjustment, Council, and the public, and will attend meetings to present reports and respond to questions. Working closely with the Chief Building Official and other municipal departments, the Planner will assist in interpreting, applying, and enforcing bylaws and policies related to planning and development. The Planner will also contribute to planning policy initiatives, including updates to the townships Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw, and will support public consultation processes and special projects aimed at continuous improvement. The salary range for this role is $88,965 - $100,098 for a 35hour work week. Candidate Requirements The ideal candidate will possess a university degree in planning, geography, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and be a Registered Professional Planner (RPP) or eligible for full membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners and the Ontario Professional Planners Institute. The successful candidate will have three to five (35) years of related experience, preferably in a municipal planning environment, along with strong knowledge of the Planning Act, Municipal Act, Provincial Planning Statement, and related legislation. Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills are essential, as is the ability to prepare professional reports and present complex planning matters clearly to Council, committees, and the public. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and GIS is required. The Planner must demonstrate sound judgment, initiative, and a commitment to customer service, quality, and continuous improvement, while working effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative municipal team. This position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the growth and stewardship of a vibrant rural municipality while building a rewarding professional career in municipal planning. DOWNLOAD Full Candidate Brief (PDF) If you wish to be considered for the role, please email your cover letter and resume in PDF format to Kartik Kumar at by March 12th, 2026 @ 11:59pm. Please be assured that any information shared with Legacy Partners will be treated with the strictest confidence and shared only with the client for the purposes of this search. Thank you once again for your interest. Legacy Partners and the Township of ElizabethtownKitley are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that a diverse staff is essential to organizational excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity to confidentially selfidentify at the time of application. In accordance with the provincial legislation, accommodation will be provided by Legacy Partners and the organization throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If you would like to selfidentify during the recruitment process, please fill out the IISDs Voluntary SelfIdentification Questionnaire and submit it with your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr