Planning Assistant Iii

**Requisition ID**:38608

**Organization**

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.

**Organization**

Located on he 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 One Water Planning Assistant will provide research, design, communications, consultation and technical support to an inter-disciplinary team responsible for advancing the Rain City Strategy and implementing integrated water management planning at a watershed and project design scale. The role will support the City’s efforts to be a leader in clean water, green buildings, access to nature in the urban environment, fostering a green economy and building a resilient city in the face of a changing climate.

**Key Contacts and Reporting Relationships**

The position reports to the One Water Planner I.

**Specific Duties/Responsibilities**
- Prepares and conducts technical research, surveys, analysis on topics of moderate complexity;
- Prepares communication and presentation materials;
- Provides graphics and mapping support;
- Manages data for the initiative, including collection, tracking, and reporting;
- Assists in the preparation of technical reports, council reports
- Organizes meetings and events, support public engagement and stakeholder processes, participates in and minute public events and staff meetings;
- Maintains initiative web pages and contact lists;
- Responds to public inquiries;
- Other duties/responsibilities as assigned

**Minimum Qualification Requirements**

Education and Experience:
Completion of the twelfth school grade or equivalent in technical or vocational school supplemented or including courses in urban studies, planning, sustainability, drafting, graphics, commercial art or related courses or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Sound knowledge of conducting research, collecting and analyzing data, performing field studies and providing technical, communications and/or logístical support for design, planning, research and/or policy development projects
- Sound knowledge in using computer software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the Adobe suite of software for graphical representations and mapping
- Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
- Good knowledge of integrated water management and green infrastructure policy, planning, design, and/or operations
- Strong organizational and time management skills including the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks at the same time, set and meet deadlines, and adapt to emerging or changing priorities
- Ability to develop communication materials for workshops, meetings or presentations and supporting stakeholder engagement strategies
- Ability to work collaboratively and effectively on inter-disciplinary teams, with staff across City departments, with contractors, consultants, outside agencies, industry stakeholders and the public
- Ability to work independently and to provide support and advice while functioning effectively in a team environment
- Ability to read and interpret architectural plans and specifications.
- Ability to perform moderately difficult statistical survey and analysis work.
- Ability to meet transportation needs

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 co