Planner, Government, Environmental & Urban Planning

Posting No. 80-2026 (Full-time – Temporary Term) (Up to December 31, 2027)
DEPARTMENT:
Development Services
DUTIES:

• Provide technical assistance and information to staff and the public including front counter interaction and answering public inquiries;
• Confirm zoning and Official Community Plan land use designations;
• Prepare public information and public outreach materials;
• Attend public meetings, assisting other planning staff as appropriate;
• Support in the development of planning studies and reports toward the development of new and updated plans, programs and regulations;
• Undertake research and analysis for a variety of planning projects related to daily planning operations and the strategic planning process;
• Compile, summarize, and prepare reports;
• Prepare background information and reports and assist with planning projects;
• Performs routine office tasks including data entry and file management; and
• Other duties, as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two-year diploma Planning Technologist or Degree in Urban & Regional Planning or related field;
• Eligibility for membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) is preferred;
• Knowledge of planning principles and practices;
• Ability to deal effectively with co-workers and the public;
• Computer skills including word processing and spread sheets, CAD and graphic software experience would be an asset;
• Good written and oral communication skills; and
• Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's Licence.

JOB SPECIFIC TESTING MAY FORM PART OF THE INTERVIEW/SELECTION PROCESS

RATE OF PAY: $34.25/Hour

HOURS OF WORK: 35 hours/week

UNION: C.U.P.E. Local 2012

BENEFITS: As per Collective Agreement

REPORTING TO: CITY PLANNER

THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL: 4:30 P.M., WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2026

POSTING DATE: October 20, 2026

Distributed:
Personnel File/C.U.P.E. Local 2012/ADA-06-2307

Job Title

Planner I

Employment Type

Full Time

Temporary

Education Requirement

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years