Plng o 18r

Posting Title - PLNG O 18R - Planning Technician - Position Classification - Planning Officer R18 - Union - GEU - Work Options - Hybrid - Location - Gabriola, BC V0R 1X3 CA Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary) Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2N8 CA Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA - Salary Range - $64,123.59-$72,674.35 annually - Close Date - 2/14/2025 - Job Type - Regular Full Time - Temporary End Date - Ministry/Organization - BC Public Service -> Municipal Affairs - Ministry Branch / Division - Islands Trust - Job Summary Located in Coast Salish territory, the Islands Trust is a special purpose government responsible for protecting the unique amenities and environment of more than 450 islands and surrounding waters in the southern Strait of Georgia and Howe Sound. Created by the Province via the Islands Trust Act, Islands Trust plans and regulates local land use, coordinates with other levels of government and First Nations on key issues impacting the area, and protects land through the Islands Trust Conservancy. **Job Overview** The Planning Technician provides support to Local Trust Committees throughout the Islands Trust Area. Acting under the direction of a Regional Planning Manager (RPM), the Planning Technician is primarily responsible for responding to enquiries and referrals. This position will support all three planning offices. Routine duties may include interaction with administrative staff in all three offices to ensure communication, reporting and facilitation of meetings and events. **Qualifications**: Education and Experience Requirements - Minimum of a two-year diploma in land use planning, geography, urban studies or related field. - At least one-year of recent planning related experience. - An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Preference will be given to qualified applicants with any or all of the following: - Experience working in a BC local government planning office. - Experience working with Indigenous communities. - Experience working with rural communities. - Extensive experience with visual communications/graphics (i.e. Adobe Creative Suite). - Demonstrated experience with reviewing building plans **Provisos**: - Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service. - Must be willing to work overtime, including some evenings and weekends. - Some travel and overnight travel is a requirement of this position, including by ferry and water taxi. - Possession and maintenance of a Class 5 BC Driver’s License. **About this Position**: An eligibility list may be established for future temporary or permanent full time or part time opportunities. A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required. Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment. **Working for the BC Public Service**: The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace. **How to Apply**: **Cover Letter: NO** - Please do not submit a cover letter it will not be reviewed. **Resume: YES** - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying. If you do not include a month and year that indicates a start and end date, years that may be viewed as partial years will not be counted towards your experience. - Job Category - Scientific and Technical