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Township of Langley
Planner II
(up to 2)
Competition Number: 24-U097
Employment Type: Regular Full-Time
Pay Rate: $54.44 - $64.47 per hour (five steps, 2024 rates), plus benefits
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week; Monday to Friday - 8:30am – 4:30pm
Competition Opening Date: June 13, 2024
Competition Internal Closing Date: June 21, 2024
Competition External Closing Date: June 27, 2024
Job Overview
The Township of Langley is currently recruiting for up to two regular full-time Planner IIs to join our team of professionals in the Community and Policy Planning Department. Reporting to the Manager, Community and Policy Planning, in this unionized position, you will apply your creativity and specialized knowledge in conducting research and analysis, preparing community and neighbourhood plans, drafting policies and interpreting bylaws and regulations. This position will appeal to applicants who are committed to building a community that provides a lifestyle that is socially, culturally, economically and environmentally balanced.
Responsibilities
- Conduct studies on a wide variety of community planning and policy issues
- Draft reports and bylaws that address the changing needs of the municipality
- Supervise the work of technical and professional staff, and direct the work of consultants on planning projects
- Exercise considerable judgement in developing, completing and administering programs and projects
- Attend meetings and represent the department in a capacity to provide professional expertise, explain policies and receive public input
- Maintain liaison with various internal and external contacts regarding land development, design guidelines and general planning trends
- Interpret plans, strategies and bylaws and respond to enquiries regarding land use or related matters
- Perform related work as required
Qualifications
- University graduation in an appropriate discipline, plus a post graduate degree in Community or Regional Planning, plus sound related experience in urban planning or an equivalent combination of training and experience
- Considerable knowledge of the policies, rules, regulations, bylaws, objectives, and legislation governing community and policy planning
- An understanding of various facets of community planning including land use, urban design, natural environment, transportation, housing, social planning, cultural, and other considerations
- Working knowledge of land economics and municipal financing tools as applied to community planning and development
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal/external contacts and applicable authorities
- Sound knowledge of analytical and research techniques in planning
- Ability to assess the community impact of strategic and policy planning initiatives and projects, and draft bylaws/amendments suitable to the needs of the community, and as established by Council
Required Certifications/Licenses
Candidates must have the following valid and current certifications/licenses (must be valid at the time the posting closes) and these must be attached with your application.
- BC Class 5 (full privilege) Driver’s License. You must include with your application a current Personal Driving Record (select the 5-year option if obtaining online) that has been obtained within 6 months of the closing date. To obtain a copy of your Personal Driving Record, please contact ICBC directly or the driving authority where you reside. Please note that a copy of your Driver’s License and the Driver. Factor Report will not be accepted.
- Membership or eligibility for membership in the Planning Institute of British Columbia
Applications without the attached required documents above will be deemed incomplete and may not be considered. Please title your attachments with the number of this competition and have these documents ready to upload when you apply.
Apply Now
Visit tol.ca/careers to apply for this exciting career opportunity in a growing community. The Township of Langley is an equal opportunity employer.
We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: Master’s degree
Job Experience: Experience an asset
Rate: $54.44 to $64.47 Hour
