Req ID: 28639
Vacancy Type: Temporary
Contract Duration: Up to 18 months
Number of Positions: 1
Closing Date: 10/13/2026
Job SummaryThis position is a hybrid work arrangement (work in the office and some work from home). Our offices are located at Mississauga City Hall, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Successful candidate will:
- Generate timely and accurate research and analysis on planning and related projects to inform staff recommendations
- Collaborate effectively with Planners and consultants to assist with the delivery of project work or provide research or administrative support at the Ontario Land Tribunal
- Respond to project as well as ad-hoc inquiries from internal stakeholders and the public
- Prepare compelling and easy to understand briefing notes, staff reports as well as presentations (live and virtual) effectively incorporating graphic and statistical information
- Create, post and update content (e.g. website copy, media items, feature articles, newsletter copy, social media posts etc.) on the City's internal and external platforms (website, intranet site, SharePoint, event calendars etc.) to support project websites
- Support the process of creation, revision and delivery of policies that implement the City's vision and priorities
- Research and keep abreast of new planning legislation and planning trends on various information and media platforms
- Monitor demographic, housing, real estate indicators and other city planning trends and maintain related datasets
- Assist with the design and delivery of community engagement initiatives including website format and content and face-to-face meetings, logistic and production support for stakeholders and public engagement including conducting surveys and preparing meeting notes/summaries and presentations
Skills and Qualifications- Post-secondary degree in urban or regional planning, or related degree or relevant combination of experience and degree is an asset
- Demonstrated understanding of the planning framework and municipal working processes
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a research and analytical role
- Demonstrated experience producing succinct research reports, discussion papers and conducting detailed research, benchmarking and trend analysis
- Effective research, writing, oral communications and planning skills required
- Demonstrated experience analyzing statistical, demographic and housing data analysis
- Ability to collect and maintain sensitive information with confidentiality
- Ability to be prioritize, multitask and produce accurate work to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to display tact and diplomacy when working with dignitaries, Senior Leaders, Mayor and Council
- Working knowledge of MS Office, Excel, SharePoint, presentation software, Adobe Acrobat and basic desk top design publishing experience is required
- Membership or eligibility for membership with the Ontario Professional Planners Institute and/or Canadian Institute of Planners is considered an asset
NOTE: Must be able to perform on-site checks and attend virtual and in-person meetings, events and activities outside of regular business hours
Hourly Rate/Salary: $ 70,807.00 - $ 94,410.00
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Civic Centre
Hybrid Workplace
Organization Unit: P&B/Official Plan&Planning Data Initiati
Department/Division/Section: P&B/Planning & Building Dept , P&B/City Planning Strategies , Official Plan&Planning Data Initiati
Non-Union/Union: Non Union
The City of Mississauga may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in sourcing and/or screening candidates for some positions; however, it is not used in selecting final candidates.
We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online.
