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Form of work- Join a team where you can enjoy career growth and do meaningful work on a variety of projects
- Receive hourly compensation of $56.76, plus a generous benefits package
- Enjoy a great quality of life and the great outdoors
With a population of 23,900, the City of Fort St. John, British Columbia, is the largest city in Northeastern BC. Fort St. John is not only the largest city in the Northeast Region of BC; it is also the largest city in British Columbia situated along the world-famous Alaska Highway. Fort St. John is “The Energetic City” for good reason. The title reflects not only our large resource base of oil, natural gas, forestry and agriculture, but also the vitality of our residents. Fort St. John is a great place for families, and for people who love nature, to enjoy the great outdoors all year round.
We are committed to shaping the future of this dynamic city, where innovation meets tradition, and where our ideas and contributions truly matter. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, competitive compensation packages, and ample opportunities to grow and elevate your career.
To read more about us, please visit fortstjohn.ca.
About the OpportunityThe City of Fort St. John is looking for a full-time Planner II to join our team in Fort St. John, British Columbia.
Reporting to the Planning Manager, the Planner II provides advanced-level planning expertise and support in delivering planning and development services to our customers and the organization. This position will be responsible for a diverse workload in municipal planning and sustainability, and have both lead and supportive roles for complex planning activities, projects, and initiatives. You will have a critical role in ensuring land use and planning policy direction are considered in corporate projects and decisions, while providing lead support on select projects as assigned by the Planning Manager. Additionally, you may assist in supervising, training and working with department staff, as well as coordinating with external departments and staff on a wide variety of municipal applications and projects.
Your primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Lead the development and implementation of all planning-related bylaws and other bylaws as required
- Lead the development and implementation of the Official Community Plan, Downtown Action Plan, Industrial Land Strategy, Housing Strategy and other plans
- Coordinate and write administration reports for presentation to council in support of development and land use amendment applications
- Complete complex reviews and comments on referrals from external agencies and Governments
- Offer support as a critical player in regional and inter-municipal planning initiatives
- Participate and provide planning policy oversight to inter-department project teams for corporate initiatives managed outside the department. This may include planning committees and intergovernmental review committees
- Use social research methods, analysis, and interpretation to disseminate technical information and data to draft reports and studies for use by council and the community
- May be asked to serve on various employee, organizational, and regional committees
- May assist with the selection, evaluation, supervision, development, and training of department staff
- Comply with the organizational safety program
To qualify, you must have a degree in Planning, Urban Design, Human Geography, or a related field, as well as a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in planning. Municipal experience in local government will be considered an asset. You must also be eligible for membership registration with the Canadian Planning Institute; candidates working towards their MCIP will also be considered.
The following will be critical to successfully performing this role:
- Working knowledge and thorough understanding of relevant provincial legislation and policy development
- Ability to effectively communicate complex technical information, orally and in writing
- Ability to interact with the public and establish effective working relationships with internal and external contacts
- Ability to organize, coordinate, and complete tasks and projects efficiently
- Ability to facilitate consultation processes with experience in facilitation, engagement principles and practices and/or Certification in IAP2
As our ideal candidate, you are a professional with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical information to a diverse audience. You possess a thorough understanding of relevant provincial legislation, land use bylaws and secondary plans coupled with the ability to perform detailed technical research and analysis. You are adept at working independently and as part of a team, demonstrating strong leadership skills and the capacity to supervise staff on various projects.
Key competencies include the ability to read maps and legal surveys accurately, organize and coordinate tasks efficiently, and facilitate consultation processes with both internal groups and the public. High political acumen and a commitment to maintaining a balance between detail-oriented tasks and overarching project goals are essential.
Above all, you are a collaborative, team player who is excited to work on a wide variety of municipal planning projects, and help build your community in the long term.
As recognition for all your hard work and determination, you can look forward to receiving the hourly salary of $56.76, plus the following generous benefits:
- Comprehensive relocation assistance
- Employer-paid Extended Health Care and Dental Plan
- Municipal pension plan
- 16 vacation days, increases to 21 days in 3rd year
- Robust learning and development program
- Regular company and team social activities
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
This is a position in the BC General Employee’s Union.
If you have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!
