Senior Planner

Location

Duncan, BC | Canada

Job description

The Land Use Services Department is seeking a regular full time Senior Planner . Reporting to the Manager, Community Planning/Development Services/Strategic Initiatives or Planning Coordinator, the Senior Planner ensures the provision of technical expertise and advice relating to planning and land development. Responsible for complex applications and projects; liaises with elected officials, applicants, First Nations, agencies, stakeholders and the public; and formulates operational policies and procedures. Coordinates with internal CVRD divisions and external agencies on land use planning and development matters such as subdivision, servicing, natural hazard assessment, climate change adaptation and mitigation, and bylaw enforcement in order to facilitate best practices for land development within the region. The initial need for this position will be in the Development Services Division.

Education/Training

University graduation in a related field plus a graduate degree in Community and Regional Planning or related field

Diploma in Urban Land Economics (DULE) is preferred

Experience

A minimum of ten (10) years of related experience in the field of planning; preferably including a minimum of four (4) years of experience working in a regional district

Occupational Certification

Certified member, in good standing, of the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP), or a certified member, in good standing, of a foreign professional planning association which has a valid reciprocal agreement with the Canadian Institute of Planners

Registered Professional Planner (RPP) with the Planning Institute of BC or equivalent designation

Completion of International Association of Public Participation (IAP2) Foundations in Public Participation training is preferred

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred

A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License

For a full listing of the job requirements please  click here to view the job description. 

The hours of work are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This position may be required to attend some evening and weekend meetings. Flextime is offered with this position. In addition, this position offers an opportunity for a hybrid in-office / work-from-home arrangement.

This regular full time position is unionized (CUPE Local 358) with a salary range in three steps $55.63 - $57.33 - $59.03 per hour (2024 rates) and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Please click here for information on the CVRD's Benefit Package. 

If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, please submit your cover letter and resume in confidence via the application link above by 4:30 pm on the date indicated. A satisfactory driver’s abstract and police information check are also required.

Testing may be required during the selection process. Testing will be based on the knowledge, skills, abilities and qualifications outlined in the job description. 

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