Research Planner

2 weeks ago


Victoria, Canada CRD Full time
p>

Business Unit: Planning & Protective Services 

Division: Regional Planning

Pay Grade: CAN/05/02/J18  

Rate of Pay: $48.19 per hour 

Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly

Posting Date: October 8, 2024

Closing Date: This position will remain opened until filled

Summary

The Capital Regional District (CRD) is looking for an accomplished technical planner looking to make an impact on the future of one of Canada’s most dynamic regions. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Regional Planning, this role will lead complex research, analysis, and mapping within the Regional Planning Division. The role will provide support with demographic, economic, growth management and transportation information and analysis.

Key Duties & Responsibilities
  • Oversees key divisional business data, which includes statistical and spatial databases related to transportation, land use, demographic, economic and social information.
  • Identifies divisional data needs and sources; creates, maintains, provides quality assurance and distributes business data; and designs and develops databases and spreadsheets.
  • Provides advice on data collection and statistical analysis methods and ensures correct use of data methodology.
  • Obtains data from Statistics Canada and other sources and provides to municipal planning departments.
  • Leads the transportation data program, including primary source collection.
  • Leads contracts and procurement processes related to divisional business data, in alignment with corporate policies and procedures.
  • Produces the annual municipal population and household/dwelling unit estimates.
  • Develops and maintains a variety of program monitoring indicators.
  • Undertakes data computation, analysis, and statistical sampling, and interprets findings.
  • Uses GIS tools and applications to access, analyze and report on spatial data including the production of maps and thematic layers for use on CRD WebMap application.
  • Performs GIS operations involving analyses, multiple data layers/multiple databases to generate data analyses, interpretations, maps, and reports.
  • Writes, modifies, and trouble-shoots standard and custom GIS applications, data and output.
  • Designs and updates factsheets, writes articles/reports and designs, and develops data visualization products to communicate complex technical information in reports for public/stakeholders.
  • Represents Regional Planning on corporate GIS User committees, liaises with the IT division and prepares content for the divisional website.
  • Responds to complex statistical inquiries from internal/external clients including CRD departments, municipalities, businesses, non-profits, academia, students, and the general public.
  • Identifies and coordinates data partnerships and distribution with stakeholders including the identification new information products and services.
  • Coordinates licensing agreements with data suppliers and users, and ensures they are followed and renewed.
  • Maintains knowledge of current GIS software, applications, and trends.
  • Maintains current knowledge of regional and local planning/development, economic, environmental, and social issues, trends, available data, data sources, and of data-related methodologies, definitions and concepts, limitations, and applications.
  • Follows all policies, procedures, and standards of the CRD.
Additional Information
  • None
Key Skills & Abilities
  • Thorough knowledge of and experience interpreting and analyzing Census data from Statistics Canada and other sources.
  • Thorough knowledge of regional land use and transportation planning principles and information.
  • Thorough knowledge of quantitative and qualitative data collection methods.
  • Strong ability to oversee an integrated transportation data collection and reporting system, including the ability to create, maintain, provide quality assurance, and distribute data.
  • Strong ability to perform statistical and spatial analysis related to transportation, land use, demographic, economic and social data.
  • Strong presentation and training skills with demonstrated ability to communicate complex, technical information to non-technical and technical audiences.
  • Advanced MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook and SharePoint skills.
  • Advanced database and data analytics skills, including database software (MS Access), SQL query and open-source data analysis programs.
  • Advanced proficiency and experience using Adobe Professional software.
  • Working familiarity with website maintenance and editing.
  • Advanced understanding of GIS concepts and advanced skills in ArcGIS.


  • Victoria, Canada 0358 Full time

    TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting and engineering firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for public and private clients worldwide. The firm is an internationally recognized pioneer in solving the most difficult engineering challenges. Headquartered in San Francisco, California for...

  • Plng o 24r

    3 weeks ago


    Victoria, Canada BC Public Service Full time

    Posting Title- PLNG O 24R - Planner 2- Position Classification- Planning Officer R24- Union- GEU- Work Options- Location- Gabriola, BC V0R 1X3 CA Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2N8 CA Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary) - Salary Range- $76,071.18 - $86,658.48 annually- Close Date- 12/11/2024- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization-...

  • Parks Planner

    4 weeks ago


    Victoria, Canada Capital Regional District Full time

    **Capital Regional District** *** **Parks Planner - Planning and Development**: **Req ID**: 1116 **Business Unit**: Parks Recreation and Environmental Services **Division**: Regional Parks **Regular/ Auxiliary**: Regular **Pay Grade**: CAN/05/02/J18 **Rate of Pay**: $48.72 - $55.19 per hour **Hours of Work**: 70 hours bi-weekly **Posting Date**: November 18,...

  • Parks Planner

    1 week ago


    Victoria, Canada Capital Regional District Full time $49

    Capital Regional District Parks Planner - Planning and Development Req ID: 1116 Business Unit: Parks Recreation and Environmental Services Division: Regional Parks Regular/ Auxiliary: Regular Pay Grade: CAN/05/02/J18 Rate of Pay: $48.72 - $55.19 per hour Hours of Work: 70 hours bi-weekly Posting Date: November 18, 2024 Closing Date: December 8, 2024 ...


  • Victoria, Canada Ecofish Research Full time

    **WHO IS ECOFISH LOOKING FOR?** We are looking for a dedicated and hard-working **Construction Environmental Management Specialist** to join our growing team! We will provide an opportunity to join a team of experienced and skilled professionals who thrive on innovation, collaboration, and integrity. While working alongside Ecofish experts in your field, we...

  • Planner

    6 months ago


    Victoria Harbour, Canada The Corporation of the Township of Tay Full time

    Work Term: Temporary - Work Language: English - Hours: 35 hours per week - Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate - Experience: Experience an asset **Work setting**: - Willing to relocate - Municipal government - General office **Tasks**: - Compile and analyze data on factors affecting land use - Review and evaluate proposals for land...


  • Victoria, British Columbia, Canada District of Saanich Full time

    At the District of Saanich, we're seeking an experienced Urban Planning Specialist to join our Current Planning team. Our office is located in a scenic area near beautiful Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary and offers easy access via rapid transit and regional trails.About UsWe're a dynamic organization that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to...

  • Planning Analyst

    1 month ago


    Victoria, Canada The Corporation of The City of Victoria Full time

    **Job Description**: **Planning Analyst** **Competition Number**:24/247 **Posting Scope**:Internal / External **Posted Date**:November 12, 2024 **Closing Date**:December 3, 2024, 4:30 PM PST **Department**:Planning and Development **Posting Type**: Continuous (Regular Full-Time) **Work schedule**:Monday to Friday ( 35 hour work week) **Salary**:$...

  • Bio 24r

    3 months ago


    Victoria, Canada BC Public Service Full time

    Posting Title- BIO 24R - Biologist- Position Classification- Biologist R24- Union- GEU- Work Options- Location- Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary) - Salary Range- $76,071.18 - $86,658.48 annually- Close Date- 10/16/2024- Job Type- Temporary (Auxiliary)- Temporary End Date- 3/30/2026- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Municipal Affairs- Ministry...

  • Planning Analyst

    1 week ago


    Victoria, Canada City of Victoria BC Full time

    Competition Number: 24/247 Posting Scope: Internal / External Posted Date: November 12, 2024 Closing Date: December 3, 2024, 4:30 PM PST Department: Planning and Development Posting Type: Continuous (Regular Full-Time) Work schedule: Monday to Friday ( 35 hour work week) Salary: $ 45.77 per hour, Pay Grade 13 Job Code: 4352 Employee Group: This is...


  • Victoria, Canada Island Health Full time

    **Job Description**: In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, (Island Health) patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reporting to the...


  • Victoria, Canada Consumer Protection BC Full time

    **Posted**:Wednesday, November 13, 2024 **Closing**:Sunday, December 1 at 11:59 p.m. **Location**:Victoria, BC or Burnaby, BC **Term**: Full-time, permanent **Annual Salary Range**:$80,556.20 - $92,047.14 **Hybrid**:Minimum two days per week (Wednesday & Thursday) in-office attendance required **Day in the life**: When you get to the office, you have a...


  • Victoria, Canada Capital Regional District Full time

    **Cloud Systems Administrator**: **Summary** **Key Duties & Responsibilities** - Implement, administer, monitor, and maintain CRD’s services within its Microsoft Azure tenant and Office 365 support Azure solutions that are deployed, including SharePoint Online and Teams. - Participate in the technical implementation of large and complex Azure...

  • Sales Manager

    6 months ago


    Victoria, Canada Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour Full time

    Managed by Atlific Hotels, the full-service, upscale Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour overlooks Victoria's vibrant and dynamic downtown, located just steps from world class attractions, shopping, venues, and dining. With 236 elegantly appointed rooms and 5000 square feet of meeting space, this hotel is committed to providing exceptional and personalized...

  • Sto 24r

    2 months ago


    Victoria, Canada BC Public Service Full time

    Posting Title- STO 24R - Area Supervisor- Position Classification- Scientific/Technical Off R24- Union- GEU- Work Options- On-Site- Location- Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary) - Salary Range- $76,071.18 - $86,658.48 annually- Close Date- 10/18/2024- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- 3/31/2026- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Env &...


  • Victoria, Canada Scotiabank Full time

    Requisition ID: 165694 Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. As a Scotiabank **Investment Specialist Associate**, you will be able to learn the intricacies of financial planning by working alongside seasoned Investment Specialists. You will have an opportunity to master the skills required to...


  • Victoria, Canada British Columbia Construction Association Full time

    **Job Purpose** The Building Builders Mentorship Program requires an organized individual with multi-tasking capabilities and outstanding communication skills to join our team as a Program Coordinator. This is a full-time remote position on contract until March 31, 2025. The Coordinator will be working independently anywhere within BC and reporting to The...

  • Development Manager

    3 months ago


    Victoria, Canada ARYZE Developments Inc. Full time

    **Who are we?** We are Aryze. We are a local Victoria-based group of millennials trying to build homes. We like to think of ourselves as entrepreneurs with an underlying goal of building better communities; this includes building a swim float with a floating tree in Victoria’s Gorge waterway, restoring historical heritage projects and engaging in...

  • Development Manager

    6 months ago


    Victoria, Canada ARYZE Developments Inc. Full time

    **Who are we?** We are Aryze. We are a local Victoria-based group of millennials trying to build homes. We like to think of ourselves as entrepreneurs with an underlying goal of building better communities; this includes building a swim float with a floating tree in Victoria’s Gorge waterway, restoring historical heritage projects and engaging in...