Job ID #31529: Planning Technician II - Cultural Heritage at City Of Hamilton

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason

• Job ID #31529: Planning Technician II - Cultural Heritage
• Union: CUPE Local 5167
• Job Description ID #: A13979
• Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on December 17,2025.
• Duration: Up to 12 months
• Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
  
  

Summary Of Duties

Reporting to the Program Lead Cultural Heritage, provides research and technical support for Cultural Heritage Planning staff.

Carries out responsibilities related to the Built Heritage Inventory Strategy.

GENERAL DUTIES

Research the construction, architectural style and historical associations of properties of potential cultural heritage value or interest.

Locate and interpret public documents and archival records for heritage evaluation reports.

Conduct site visits, take photographs and make records of heritage properties.

Evaluate the cultural heritage value or interest of properties in accordance with the Ontario Heritage Act.

Prepare committee reports and make presentations at meetings related to recommendations for properties for listing on the Municipal Heritage Register and for designation under the Ontario Heritage Act.

Draft by-laws for the designation of property under the Ontario Heritage Act.

Prepare and process notices related to listing on the Municipal Heritage Register and designation under the Ontario Heritage Act.

Provide administrative and coordination support.

Receive and answer inquiries from staff in other departments, applicants, elected officials, the public, community and stakeholder groups and outside agencies.

Maintain the heritage resource library and property files.

Update and maintain the heritage resource databases and mapping, including the Municipal Heritage Register.

Prepare evidence for Ontario Land Tribunal hearings.

Compile chronologies for reports, committees and quasi-judicial hearings.

Act as a resource person for staff, heritage committee members and volunteers.

Work in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.

Qualifications

• University Degree in History, Public History, Architectural History, Architectural Preservation, Planning, or a directly related field of study, normally acquired through the completion of a two-year Community College program in municipal planning or a combination of education and relevant work experience in heritage planning.
• Proven ability to research and evaluate the cultural heritage value or interest of properties proposed for listing and designation under the Ontario Heritage Act.
• Demonstrated ability to express ideas effectively in writing and verbally.
• Proven organizational skills and the ability to work with very tight deadlines and competing priorities.
  
  

SALARY:

Salary Grade I

HOURS:

35 per week

Disclaimer:

Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

Terms:

The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.