Planning Assistant Iii

3 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada The City of Vancouver Full time

**Requisition ID**:38039

**Company**

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, decolonization, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

**Main Purpose and Function**

The City’s Sustainability Group has a temporary full-time (23 month) opening for a Planning Assistant III. The Planning Assistant III will be responsible for supporting the teams that are overseeing implementation of the Climate Emergency Action Plan and Climate Change Adaptation Plan.

**Specific Duties and Responsibilities**

The focus of the work is on supporting communications, engagement and mobilization related to the Climate Emergency Action Plan as well as the City’s Climate Adaptation Strategy. The Planning Assistant III will manage content for the Greenest City social media accounts and newsletter, support project managers in the Sustainability Group and will be expected to take on tasks independently where appropriate.

Work tasks will include the following:

- Supporting digital communication plans by executing specific tactics including but not limited to generating social media and monthly newsletter content.
- Supporting public engagement and internal/external stakeholder processes.
- Liaising with external partners and/or stakeholders.
- Responding to public enquiries.
- Tracking and reporting progress on social media, newsletter, and other projects as needed.

The Planning Assistant III may also be expected to:

- Prepare web and presentation materials.
- Organize meetings and events.
- Participate in and take minutes for public events and staff meetings.
- Prepare and administer surveys.
- Collect and manage data.
- Undertake best practice research and contextual analysis.
- Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

**Qualifications**

Education and Experience:

- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent, preferably supplemented by post-secondary education in sustainability, communications, environmental science, or planning.
- Sound experience in communications and/or public engagement related to environmental issues is strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Demonstrated experience with environmental sustainability, specifically climate issues.
- Strong verbal and written communications skills.
- Experience developing communications materials and managing social media accounts is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal clients and external partners.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Ability to manage priorities and multiple tasks, to meet deadlines.
- Ability to function as a team player while also working individually with mínimal supervision.
- Mapping and graphic design skills are an asset.
- Background in any of the Climate Emergency Action Plan focus areas and/or climate change adaptation is preferred.
- Experience in environmental communications for non-profit or pubic sector is preferred.
- Experience working with local government, particularly city of Vancouver, is an asset.
- Experience working with diverse stakeholders and interest groups, with demonstrated personal commitment to sustainability is preferred.
- Written and/or verbal language skills beyond English is considered an asset.

The City’s COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time. However, should circumstances change and the City deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.

**Business Unit/Department**:Planning, Urban Design & Sustainability (1275)

**Affiliation**:CUPE 15 Non Pks

**Employment Type**:Temporary Full Time

**Position Start Date**:March, 2023

**Position End Date**:March, 2025

**Salary Information**:Pay Grade GR-021: $34.23 to $40.29 per hour

**Application Close: March 10, 2023**

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process._ _Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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