Planning Analyst

**Requisition ID**:42839

**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 and environmentally sustainable cities. 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, reconciliation, 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 Planning Analyst provides a range of technical, research and graphic support to the City-wide and Regional Planning Division and primarily assists the Employment Lands Planning team. The main responsibilities of the position include research, data collection and analysis, mapping, providing graphic support, drafting presentations and organizing public consultations. The analyst will support policy research and engagement related to intensification of industrial areas, hotel development policy and employment area planning.

**Specific Duties/Responsibilities**

The Planning Analyst will provide a range of professional and technical services as part of the City-Wide and Regional Planning Division.

The Analyst plays a key role in:

- Organizing and facilitating public consultation processes
- Developing informational and graphic materials for public open houses, workshops and for inclusion in Council reports
- Summarizing public consultation processes and opinion surveys
- Maintaining and updates websites
- Facilitates social media outreach
- Undertaking research, technical writing, mapping and data collection
- Responsibilities will also include technical research and analysis, project implementation, rezoning processes, project scoping and policy by-law amendment and development

Responsibilities for this position can also include:

- Preparing and coordinating materials for Public Hearings
- Preparing and reviewing land use by-laws and guideline documents
- Overseeing the by-law enactment process
- Preparing reports for minor by-law text amendments, rezoning proposals, and other policy reports
- Assisting in the preparation of planning policy, zoning, and guidelines
- Assessing, analyzing and presenting rezoning enquires for internal staff discussion;
- Responding to written enquiries
- Performing other duties/responsibilities as assigned

**Minimum Qualification Requirements**

Education and Experience:

- University degree in Planning
- Some professional planning experience or related university degree with experience related closely to the duties involved
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Demonstrated ability to work independently and participate successfully on work teams and with the public and to complete assignments using sound professional techniques and judgment.
- A proven ability to self-manage workload and meet time demands (e.g. prioritize tasks, communicate expected delivery of items with staff, request help when needed).
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills, written and verbal
- Sound research and analytical abilities and experience and have an aptitude in the legal and technical aspects of planning work.
- Familiarity with rezoning processes and a working knowledge of zoning and land-use regulations, land development economics and urban design principles is strongly preferred
- A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and graphics programs (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) is required, and familiarity with GIS and other mapping software and 3D software (e.g., Sketchup) is an asset.

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

**Affiliation**:CUPE 15 Non Pks

**Employment Type**:Temporary Full Time

**Position Start Date**:February, 2025

**Position End Date**:April, 2026

**Salary Information**:Pay Grade GR-024: $42.04 to $49.65 per hour

**Application Close: December 15, 2024**

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders 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.