Planner (TERM)

Location

Kelowna, BC | Canada

Job description

Do you have the ability to juggle multiple priorities with tight deadlines, a good sense of tact and discretion, and excellent project management and customer service skills? If so, we want you on our Community Services Team!

As the successful candidate, on a one-year term, you will undertake current planning initiatives, processes development applications, and respond to land use planning inquiries. The position also assists with other regional, electoral area, and long-range planning projects.

You will:

1. Current Planning:
   • Review and assess land use planning applications such as OCP and Zoning Bylaw amendments, development permits, development variance permits, and agency referrals in accordance with RDCO regulations and policies, and Provincial and Federal legislation.
   • Ensure applicants are in compliance with planning legislation.
   • Provide recommendations in the development of planning policy, community plans, and regulatory bylaws including the Rural Land Use Bylaw, Zoning Bylaw, and Development Applications Procedures Bylaw.
   • Assist with rebuilding and recovery activities of wildfire impacted communications and guiding residents through the rebuilding process.
2. General Responsibilities:
   • Prepare and present staff reports and development applications to the Regional Board, committees, community groups, and the public.
   • Conduct research and provide advice e to developers, the public, and the Regional Board.
   • Prepare, present, and act as staff liaison at committee meetings as required.
   • Assist in the facilitation of public consultation to address development and land use issues.
   • Assist senior planning personnel as required.
3. Other duties as assigned.

You will have a diploma in Planning or related field with a minimum of 3 years' experience in a planning capacity preferably with a Regional District along with membership or eligibility for membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners. You will have working knowledge and experience with the Local Government Act as well as pertinent provincial and federal legislation. Strong technical proficiency in MS Office and ArcGIS software along with exceptional communication, time management, analytical and problem solving skills will make you an excellent candidate for this role.

This is a 1-year term position, with possibility of a 6-month extension. The position is part of CUPE 338 and works Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm and pays $39.78 per hour plus 15% in lieu.

View the full job description and apply at rdco.com/jobs by Thursday, March 28, 2024.

The Regional District of Central Okanagan is an employer of choice made up of a dedicated team of people who care about the community we serve. We are located in one of the most desirable places to live in BC, in the heart of the Okanagan Valley. The appeal of Okanagan Lake and the natural beauty of the surroundings continue to draw people to the valley. Our lifestyle is second to none especially for those who live to enjoy the outdoors.

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Salary

$39.78 per hour