Heritage Planner Summer Student
- Program stream:
- Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations
- Job title:
- Heritage Planner Summer Student
- Organization name:
- Town of Whitby
- Job location:
- Whitby, Ontario
- Length of assignment:
- 2017-05-01 to 2017-09-01 (12 weeks)
- Hourly wage:
- $17.29
The Town of Whitby, Durham’s Business Centre, a rapidly expanding and progressive community with a population of 130,000 and located approximately 50 km east of Toronto, is currently seeking a highly motivated and energetic individual for this challenging opportunity. We are currently accepting applications/resumes for the 2017 Summer Student Employment Program. Please visit www.whitby.ca for more information.
The Heritage Planning Summer Student responsibilities include:
• Support the Planner II in administering and implementing the comprehensive heritage program
• Research and review of development proposals in Brooklin Heritage Conservation District (HCD) and assist with the implementation of the Werden's Plan HCD
• Research and assist in development of heritage conservation policies and guidelines
• Research for significant and designated properties under Ontario Heritage Act
• Research and support in update of Heritage Register
• Assist in review of Heritage Permit applications and assist in preparing reports for Heritage Permit applications
• Research and assist in implementation of Financial Incentive Programs (eg. Heritage Tax Rebate program; Façade Grant Program)
• Assist in preparation of Heritage Matters Newsletter and other promotional materials for heritage conservation
• Provide assistance and organization of LACAC Heritage Whitby displays at Town events
• Assisting in administrative aspects related to LACAC Heritage Whitby as assigned by the Planner II / Committee Liaison for LACAC Heritage Whitby
• Provide support in coordination of Division events
• Other duties as assigned for Division and / or Department subject to supervisor’s approval
Eligibility Requirements:
University student who has completed first year leading to a degree in one of the following areas: Urban Planning, Urban Geography, Environmental Studies, Historical Architecture, or related discipline with a demonstrated interest in heritage conservation.
Students must be currently enrolled in and attending a post-secondary institution on a full-time basis (students will be required to provide proof) for the 2016/17 school year and be returning to a post-secondary institution on a full-time basis in September 2017 (students will be required to provide proof);
Applicants must complete and sign the Summer Student Employment Program Application Form (available on the Town of Whitby Website) and submit together with a current resume;
Applicants must be available to attend an interview in person, interviews will not be conducted via the telephone and/or the internet;
Students selected must be available to commence summer employment as early as May 1, 2017 and commit to working through to, and including, September 1, 2017.
Interview Disclaimer:
Interviews may commence as early as mid-February 2017 and will continue until all positions have been filled. Candidates selected for an interview will be required to show their current full-time Student Identification Card at the interview. We thank all those persons who apply, but advise that due to the large number of applications received, acknowledgement will only be forwarded to those applicants invited for an interview.
The Town of Whitby is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. Please advise Human Resource Services of any accommodations needed to ensure your access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act. The Town of Whitby is an equal opportunity employer.
Application Instructions:
To be considered for a Summer Student Employment Program position, the application form must be completed, signed, attached to a current resume, and submitted to Human Resource Services by the deadline date of January 12, 2017 at 4:30 p.m.
Human Resource Services
Phone: 905.430.4313
Fax: 905.430.4340
Email: summeremployment@whitby.ca
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