The Town of Caledon is a blend of urban and rural, modern and historic, all nestled between the Hills of the Headwaters, Oak Ridges Moraine and the Niagara Escarpment. Caledon has a population of over 76,000 and covers nearly 700 km2, making it one of the largest municipalities geographically in the Greater Toronto Area. Caledon prioritizes a sustainable balance of community, environment, and development while planning for future growth, fostering responsible economic activity, and ensuring the well-being of all residents.

Reporting to the Commissioner Planning, this role is responsible for corporate leadership and oversight of Strategic Policy Planning of the Planning Department, for the formation and interpretation of land use policies in the Town’s Official Plan. The incumbent will lead the Policy Planning staff, GIS team, and direct strategic priorities through the establishment of a taskforce. The role is critical in ensuring alignment of policies and strategies to guide the future growth of the municipality; for associated public consultation/participation facilitation and presentation and liaison duties; for recruitment, development and evaluation of departmental staff; and driving the long-term planning agenda for the department. The Director will also serve as the Commissioner’s representative in high-level meetings with Council and other key stakeholders such as the Province and the Region of Peel.

With a post-secondary degree in public administration, business, or closely related field and eligibility for or full membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners, the ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in municipal or private sector, with 5-7 years of leadership/progressive management experience at a senior level. You have significant experience at a management level in a municipal planning environment and demonstrated supervisory experience. You have demonstrated proven political awareness, the ability to make decisions involving long term strategic policies and will be someone who embodies and advocates for the Town’s mission, vision and corporate values whilst nurturing a culture of innovation and change.

Expected Compensation Range: $177,961.65 - $222,452.06 CAD

Reason for Posting: Existing Vacancy

To Apply

For more information, please contact Diana Pelaia of Odgers or submit your resume and letter of interest online by March 13, 2026.

We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The Town of Caledon is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers and the Town of Caledon throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

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