Planner I

The City of Courtenay invites applications for a full-timeposition of "Planner I” in the Development Services Department.  This is a full-time, union position subject to the terms and conditions in the collective agreement between the City and CUPE Local 556.

The Planner I performs a variety of entry-level planning duties such as reviewing minor land use and development applications to ensure compliance with appropriate regulations and legislation; preparing memos, reports, permits and bylaws, responding to planning related public enquiries, and assisting coordinating public consultation. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Degree from a Canadian Institute of Planners accredited Planning Program or a degree in planning or related field from a recognized educational institution with equivalent work experience.
• Membership or eligibility for membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners and the Planning Institute of BC
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License
• Criminal Record Check
• Candidates with a degree from a Canadian Institute of Planners accredited Planning Program require 1 year of related planning work experience
• Candidates with a degree in planning or related field require 2 - 3 years of planning work experience, preferably in local government setting with an emphasis on development planning.
• Sound knowledge of the philosophies, principles, and practices of municipal planning
• Sound knowledge of planning legislation and applicable bylaws and subdivision control provisions and requirements
• Strong interpersonal, communication, research, analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Strong office computer skills
• Ability to be creative and use sound judgment in making planning recommendations
• Ability to work well as a team member and independently
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Ability to deal effectively with the public, professional consultants, representatives of government, business and development, and City staff

The current hourly wage rate is $40.43 based on a 35-hour work week.  Hours of work are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. 

If you have the qualifications along with the passion to help Courtenay be the most liveable City in British Columbia, then submit a resume outlining how you meet the qualifications with a covering letter clearly marked “Application – Planner I”.  To submit your application, click on the “Apply” button below no later than July 17, 2022. 

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