Planner

**Planner**:
**Temporary** **Full-Time** **24** **Months** **(35** **hours** **per** **week)**

The City of White Rock is a unique, ocean-side community of 22,000 citizens known for its sunny weather, expansive beach, historic pier, delightful restaurants, and sense of community. The City is located half an hour south of Vancouver on the shore of Semiahmoo Bay.

**Requirements**:

- Degree in Planning, supplemented by a minimum of five years of progressively responsible planning experience preferably in a combination of municipal and private sector environments; or an equivalent combination of training and experience;
- Current membership or eligibility for membership with the Planning Institute of British Columbia and/or Canadian Institute of Planners member;
- Experience with GIS and data management systems; experience with Tempest / Prospero an asset;
- Proficiency with graphic software tools (AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Adobe Creative Suite) is desirable;
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint);
- Considerable knowledge of planning practices and principles, particularly in an urban context;
- Considerable knowledge of the legal framework for decision-making in British Columbia including, but not limited to, provincial planning law and the relationship between an Official Community Plan, zoning bylaw and other municipal regulatory controls;
- Sound knowledge of research techniques and the ability to collect, analyze and interpret data and submit conclusions and recommendations in a clear and concise manner;
- Strong control of the English language (e.g., spelling, grammar, punctuation, etc.) and ability to prepare well written reports, with compelling / rationalized arguments, and clear recommendations that draw from planning principles, local policy, technical concepts and related materials;
- Ability to exercise consistent judgement and creativity in dealing with a variety of planning matters;
- Ability to maintain files, records, reports and related material with detail and accuracy;
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively while providing outstanding customer service to the public, Council, and City staff regarding planning policy, regulations, processes and related matters;
- Ability to work well with others and to make a positive contribution to a team environment;
- Possess and maintain a valid BC Class 5 driver’s license with a safe driving record.

**Application Deadline: April 14, 2024, by 4:30pm**
**Subject Line: 2024-11**

Education : Bachelor’s degree
Experience : 5 years or more