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Project Officer, Development

City of Toronto · Parks & Recreation, Parks Planning & Strategic Initiatives

This job in plain words

This temporary, full-time job lasts 12 months. The Project Officer leads complex projects to plan and build recreation facilities, new parkland and park upgrades across Toronto, and supports the Parks and Recreation Facilities Plan, including its 2027 update. The work is based at Metro Hall, and the office is planned to move to the North York Civic Centre in December 2026.

Open to the public

Can you apply?

The posting is listed as a public vacancy on the City job site, but it does not clearly state who is eligible. Check the official posting for any citizenship, work permit or internal-only rules.

Education
Not stated · Post-secondary education in planning, landscape architecture, urban geography, environmental studies or a related field, or an equivalent mix of education and experience.
Experience
Extensive experience in park and recreation planning and land use planning. Considerable project management experience.
Job type
Temporary, full time, 12 months. Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week. 1 position open.

What they ask for:

  • Post-secondary education in planning, landscape architecture or a related field, or equivalent.
  • Extensive experience in park, recreation or land use planning.
  • Considerable project management experience with multiple teams.
  • Considerable experience in public consultation and negotiation.
  • Member of, or eligible for, OALA, RPP or MCIP membership.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.

What you would do

  • Lead, assess and coordinate complex parks and facilities plans.
  • Manage parks planning and implementation projects from start to finish.
  • Coordinate with City divisions, agencies and partners to align planning work.
  • Engage the public and stakeholders in the parks planning process.
  • Develop briefing notes and reports for senior management and Councillors.
  • Help manage the assigned capital budget within approved limits.

How to apply

Apply online through the official City of Toronto job posting before the closing date. Check the posting for the required documents, such as a resume.

Good to know:

  • The work location changes to North York Civic Centre effective December 2026.
  • The posting asks for membership in, or eligibility for, OALA, RPP or MCIP.
  • The role may require acting as an expert witness at tribunals, depending on the position.
  • The City offers accommodation during the application process on request.

We wrote this summary automatically from the official posting. Only the posting on the City of Toronto career site counts: read it before you apply.

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