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- Job ID #31969: Development Administrator (RE-POST)
- Union: CUPE Local 5167
- Job Description ID #: 4036
- Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday September 30, 2026
- Duration: up to 9 months
- Vacancy type: This posting is for an existing vacancy
- This is a re-post. The job description has been updated.
- 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 Senior Engineer, Capital Planning, under the supervision of the Development and Capital Infrastructure Administrator, prepare and implement administrative systems and processes for development applications data tracking, records maintenance and the development and maintenance of data tracking systems and procedural manuals for the Growth Management Division.
GENERAL DUTIES
Composes correspondence; compiles and analyzes statistics.
Compiles information for new and/or amendment of existing development policies and procedures for various types of development applications.
Co-ordinates and implements the preparation of manuals containing development policies, procedures, and standards for the land development practices for internal and public use.
Co-ordinates with development staff; other sections or departments and prepares information for recommendation reports to Council.
Assists in the design, development and maintenance of the Growth Management Division’s electronic data systems for tracking development applications.
Assists in the creation of user manuals to instruct staff on the use of the Growth Management Division’s data tracking systems and provide training to staff on use of database.
Set up Database features for staff Time Tracking and Reporting.
Oversee and document processes for all types of development applications administered by the division for incorporation into the tracking system including creation of flow charts for each process.
Uses the electronic data systems to compile information and prepare status reports showing development and revenue activity of the Growth Management Division for distribution.
Record and process Development Processing Fees, including yearly indexing / maintenance of Divisional Processing Fees List. Oversees and monitors processing fee records in a digital Database.
Tracks quantities and costs of municipal works constructed under development applications through review of tender documents to record constructed municipal works (i.e. watermains, sanitary sewers, sidewalks) by type, size and contract prices and enter the information into the division database for each application.
Prepare internal reports identifying the quantity of municipal infrastructure constructed under development applications on an annual basis.
Participates in the Staging of Development Program and preparation of reports by compiling and recording subdivision draft plan information, application status, proposed Land Use data – number of blocks, proposed units, from subdivision draft plan information.
Prepares Staging of Development Detail Sheets for all active subdivision applications, showing estimated development charge expenditures and anticipated revenue based on development type and number of proposed units and required municipal infrastructure.
Performs other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Completion of a three-year community college diploma in Computer Systems or Engineering Technology, or related education with demonstrated related experience in database and records management data tracking and reporting.
- Basic understanding of database structure and functions, along with extensive experience in records management, including data tracking and reporting, custom data retrievals, data sets. Directly related experience in designing and implementing relational databases is an asset.
- Experience in a computerized environment including excellent
working knowledge
of Microsoft Office computer software applications (Excel, Word, Access365, PowerPoint, SharePoint). and digital database software such as POSSE. - Possess effective written and verbal skills in preparation of correspondence, documents and reports.
- Initiative, ability to work independently, good organizational and analytical skills, attention to detail and teamwork, skills.
- Ability to locate and accurately utilize relevant research material and documents.
- Working knowledge and experience with G.I.S. is an asset.
- Familiarity with the City of Hamilton’s Comprehensive Development Guidelines and Financial Policies Manual and the Procurement By-law is an asset.
- Knowledge of land development process is an asset.
SALARY:
Salary Grade J
HOURS:
35 per week
THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES
AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.
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.
Skills Required
- Completion of a three-year community college diploma in Computer Systems, Engineering Technology, or related education with related database, records management, data tracking, and reporting experience.
- Basic understanding of database structure and functions.
- Extensive experience in records management, data tracking and reporting, custom data retrievals, and data sets.
- Experience designing and implementing relational databases.
- Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Access 365, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
- Experience with digital database software such as POSSE.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for preparing correspondence, documents, and reports.
- Initiative, ability to work independently, organizational and analytical skills, attention to detail, and teamwork.
- Ability to locate and accurately use relevant research materials and documents.
- Working knowledge and experience with GIS.
- Familiarity with the City of Hamilton's Comprehensive Development Guidelines, Financial Policies Manual, and Procurement By-law.
- Knowledge of the land development process.
What We Do
The City of Hamilton is the municipal government for the city of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. It is responsible for providing public services, managing urban infrastructure, and delivering governance for a major port city with a population of approximately 569,000 residents.
