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Urban Planning Specialist

2 months ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada City of Vancouver Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Urban Planning Specialist to join our team at the City of Vancouver. As a key member of our Planning, Urban Design & Sustainability department, you will play a critical role in supporting the development of our city's urban planning initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide professional urban planning services to support a wide range of projects, including community planning policy and programs.
  • Lead the Railtown Industrial Area Zoning Review and review rezoning and development applications on behalf of the Employment Lands Planning Team.
  • Convene and work with technical and citizen advisory and stakeholder groups to support policy planning initiatives.
  • Prepare and disseminate communication materials, including Council reports and presentations.
  • Facilitate meetings and present to other staff, management, external stakeholders, and City Council.
  • Supervise staff and consultants.
Requirements
  • University degree in a related field, such as Community Planning, Public Policy, Economics, or Business Administration, and several years of professional experience related closely to the duties of the position.
  • Membership or eligibility for membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners is desired.
  • Experience related to the duties and responsibilities of the position is required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Proven experience building and maintaining relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders involved in local economic development.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Ability to interpret and apply city policy, by-laws, and the Vancouver Charter.
  • Proven ability to manage and implement urban planning public and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
  • Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment in managing workload and shifting priorities while delivering complex projects on time and on budget.
  • Proven experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously and flexibility to shift between projects as needed.
  • Proven experience developing urban planning policy in a multi-stakeholder environment.
  • Proven ability to clearly communicate complex issues through Council reports and presentations.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze and summarize quantitative and qualitative information.
  • Ability to supervise and mentor staff.
What We Offer

The City of Vancouver offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve.