Urban Planner

4 weeks ago

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada City of Richmond BC Full time
Job Summary

The City of Richmond BC is seeking a highly skilled Urban Planner to coordinate affordable housing developments, support housing policy and research initiatives, and manage studies and consultants. This role will liaise with internal and external stakeholders to develop and advance the City's new Non-Profit Partnership Program.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist in establishing a framework for future affordable housing projects;
- Coordinate new affordable housing developments on City-owned land;
- Review development applications considering the City's Affordable Housing Strategy and related land use plans and policy;
- Coordinate communications and engagement activities for the City's affordable housing developments and housing policy initiatives;
- Foster effective working relationships with project partners;
- Investigate potential grants, capital funding, and other opportunities to enhance and sustain Richmond's affordable housing objectives;
- Respond to information requests from the public, staff, council, and external agencies;
- Collaborate on other priority initiatives of the Housing Office;
- Represent the City's affordable housing interests in public forums;
- Effectively manage comprehensive work programs, staff teams, budgets, and consultants.

Requirements

- Master's Degree in Community Planning or a related field;
- Eligibility or membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners and the Planning Institute of British Columbia;
- Minimum of two years of professional experience in the planning and development of housing projects, preferably involving non-profit housing organizations/partners;
- Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered in lieu of having a minimum two years of housing-related experience;
- Experience preparing and overseeing work plans;
- Accreditation as a Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent accreditation is considered an asset;
- Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License.

What We Offer

The City of Richmond BC offers competitive pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and attractive incentives. If you are looking to make a difference and share our vision, please apply.

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