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The Durham District School Board acknowledges that many Indigenous Nations have longstanding relationships, both historic and modern, with the territories upon which our school board and schools are located. Today, this area is home to many Indigenous peoples from across Turtle Island. We acknowledge that the Durham Region forms a part of the traditional and treaty territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation, the Mississauga Peoples and the treaty territory of the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation. It is on these ancestral and treaty lands that we teach, live and learn.
This statement was co-created in partnership with the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation and the Chippewas of Georgina Island.
Join us this summer for an exciting opportunity to participate in school board planning. The successful candidate will assist with a full range of planning functions, providing support to the Property and Planning Team of the Durham District School Board (DDSB).
Working with general guidance from the Property and Planning Team, your role is to assist with researching and preparing reports, and providing general operational and technical support to the department.
Key responsibilities include:
Position Details
The Durham District School Board recognizes Indigenous rights are distinct. In the exercise of those rights, Indigenous staff and students shall not be subjected to actions with the aim or effect of depriving these distinct rights.
The DDSB is dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. We are committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve and encourage applications from candidates who bring a variety of experiences and backgrounds. We adhere to fair, transparent hiring practices and are committed to equity and accessibility throughout the recruitment process. If you need accommodation during the application process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Ignite Your Career
At the Durham District School Board (DDSB), we inspire the lives of over 80,000 students. Our diverse communities are places where your impact will be felt every day.
Picture yourself in a workplace where your ideas are celebrated, and your growth is a top priority. Here, collaboration and innovation thrive. Whether you're directly inspiring young minds or providing essential support behind the scenes, your contributions will have a meaningful impact on students and the community.
We welcome you to bring your experiences, your passions, and your talents to our inclusive community. Join us and be part of a team that values your well-being as much as your contributions. Ignite your potential at DDSB and help us make a difference, one student at a time.
The Durham District School Board acknowledges that many Indigenous Nations have longstanding relationships, both historic and modern, with the territories upon which our school board and schools are located. Today, this area is home to many Indigenous peoples from across Turtle Island. We acknowledge that the Durham Region forms a part of the traditional and treaty territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation, the Mississauga Peoples and the treaty territory of the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation. It is on these ancestral and treaty lands that we teach, live and learn.
This statement was co-created in partnership with the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation and the Chippewas of Georgina Island.
Join us this summer for an exciting opportunity to participate in school board planning. The successful candidate will assist with a full range of planning functions, providing support to the Property and Planning Team of the Durham District School Board (DDSB).
Working with general guidance from the Property and Planning Team, your role is to assist with researching and preparing reports, and providing general operational and technical support to the department.
Key responsibilities include:
- Land Use Planning: Assist with the land-use planning process related to DDSB facilities, including municipal planning and school boundary development.
- Technical Mapping: Support the development of shapefiles identifying future school sites and verify locations through site visits.
- Facility Utilization: Support the review of elementary school floor plans to identify classroom and portable requirements, ensuring compliance with DDSB policies, Ministry requirements, and legislative regulations.
- Resource Management: Assist in managing the inventory of classrooms and portables used across various DDSB departments.
- Compliance Review: Provide support in determining sufficient parking and availability for additional classrooms/portables while ensuring compliance with legislative requirements.
- Enrollment: Must be a Post-secondary or Graduate student in planning, geography, environmental studies, architecture, landscape architecture, or a related field.
- Return to Studies: Must be enrolled in studies for the following school year.
- Technical Skills: Experience with GIS Applications is required.
- Software: Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Excel, is required.
- Professional Assets: Student membership in OPPI/CIP or CACPT is considered an asset. Knowledge of School Planning Software (SPS) or ESRI (ArcGIS) is also an asset.
- Relevant Experience: Previous experience in school board or municipal planning, or knowledge of Provincial municipal planning/education legislation, is preferred.
- Core Competencies: Strong written and oral communication skills, sound judgement, analytical problem-solving, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
Position Details
- Salary: $23.00 per hour.
- Term: May 2026 to August 21, 2026.
- Schedule (May - June): 7-hour days, Monday to Friday.
- Schedule (July - August): 8-hour days, Monday to Thursday.
The Durham District School Board recognizes Indigenous rights are distinct. In the exercise of those rights, Indigenous staff and students shall not be subjected to actions with the aim or effect of depriving these distinct rights.
The DDSB is dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. We are committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve and encourage applications from candidates who bring a variety of experiences and backgrounds. We adhere to fair, transparent hiring practices and are committed to equity and accessibility throughout the recruitment process. If you need accommodation during the application process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Ignite Your Career
At the Durham District School Board (DDSB), we inspire the lives of over 80,000 students. Our diverse communities are places where your impact will be felt every day.
Picture yourself in a workplace where your ideas are celebrated, and your growth is a top priority. Here, collaboration and innovation thrive. Whether you're directly inspiring young minds or providing essential support behind the scenes, your contributions will have a meaningful impact on students and the community.
We welcome you to bring your experiences, your passions, and your talents to our inclusive community. Join us and be part of a team that values your well-being as much as your contributions. Ignite your potential at DDSB and help us make a difference, one student at a time.
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About Durham District School Board
The Durham District School Board (DDSB) serves over 80,000 students across Ajax, Brock, Oshawa, Pickering, Scugog, Uxbridge, and Whitby, offering diverse urban and rural opportunities to make an impact. Committed to equity, human rights, and Indigenous rights, DDSB fosters learning and working environments that are welcoming, inclusive, and free from discrimination and harm. Through cutting-edge technology, innovative practices, and a focus on diversity, DDSB ensures everyone feels valued and supported.
At DDSB, we believe in empowering success for all. Whether you’re teaching, leading, or supporting behind the scenes, we offer the tools, positive work environments, and leadership opportunities to help you thrive. By celebrating uniqueness and embracing innovation, DDSB provides an inspiring space to ignite your career while shaping the future of education.