Senior Planner

About The Kwikwetlem First Nation
The Kwikwetlem community are proud downriver Halkomelem speaking Coast Salish
people who descended from a tradition of Elders who were renowned as spirit and
winter dancers, skilled canoe builders, and master sturgeon and salmon fishers.
The Kwikwetlem people are guided by the teachings of their Elders to respect,
care for, and protect their Nation, culture, and lands, waters, and resources
for past, present, and future generations. Their culture and heritage are the
legacy of their ancestors and are what defines and unites the Kwikwetlem
people.

About the Opportunity Kwikwetlem
First Nation (KFN) has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Senior Planner
to join their team in Coquitlam, BC. 
Reporting directly to the Lands & Taxation Manager, this role will
work in a variety of settings, some of which include community development,
hazard mitigation, transportation, land development, land management and is
responsible for managing complex studies, consultant proposals, and other
professionals. In addition, this role will develop land use plans and programs
that help create communities, accommodate population growth, and revitalize
physical facilities.  The position is a
hands-on role and will lead a wide variety of projects over time, from large
master-plan projects to CCP updates.

Responsibilities will include,
but are not limited to: Planning skills/responsibilities:

• Provide technical assistance in
preparing reports and presentations on a variety of topics, including
recreation, environmental protection, transportation, emergency management,
housing, and economic development

• Prepare and recommend land
development concepts and plans for zoning, subdivisions, transportation, public
utilities, community facilities, parks, agricultural and other land uses

• Highly proficient at reading,
interpreting, and drafting regulations, policies, and Bylaws. Deep understanding
of recent and relevant municipal, provincial, and federal policy program and
initiatives.

ʉۢ Expert at advancing strategic projects,
seeking approvals, and establishing development strategies.

• Managing relationships,
directing coordination, and interacting with outside agencies, clients,
industry partners, and subconsultants.

• Negotiating with outside
agencies, as required under direction from the Director

• Developing, maintaining, and
adjusting project schedules (small to medium) and (large) projects, if
required.
• Overall design review and analysis confirmation.

• Attending site visits and open
houses and if required, chair open houses Complete review, evaluation, and
finalization of basic technical writing.

• Preparation of proposals and establishing
overall project budget (basic) and if required, provide advanced budgets
•
Preparation, review, and approval of cost estimates (Planning).

• Managing and being responsible
for project expenses, if required.

• Managing the general scope of
legal agreements typically associated with development projects

• A fit with Nation's culture and
organizational approach is paramount.

• Established network of contacts
within the municipal, consultant and development communities

• LEED Principles and practices 

• Land Code knowledge

About the Ideal Candidate
Education & Experience:

• A degree, Master, or Bachelor,
in regional or urban planning, public administration, or a related discipline,
have knowledge of relevant provincial and municipal legislation, regulations,
policies, and programs, and over 5 years of experience in community planning
practices, principles and procedures, land use planning and public
participation processes.  Education and
background in Real Estate, Commerce, Urban Land Economics, Planning, Legal or
Engineering

• Membership or eligibility for
membership in the Planning Institute of British Columbia and the Canadian
Institute of Planners is required. 

• In-depth knowledge within one
or more planning specialties, such as land use, Master / Community,
transportation, economic, environmental, social, and Indigenous planning.

• Indigenous Community Planning
is an asset

Technical Skills:
• Strong
computer skills and proficiency in MS Office applications including, Excel,
Outlook, and Word

• Able to create graphic designs,
develop strategies, and render site plans via sketches and/or computer
graphics. 

Leadership:
• Will take a
leadership role on the project team, guiding, supervising, and mentoring others

• Able to work independently or in a team environment, with limited guidance or
direction.

• Responsible for leading the
execution of multiple projects, including leading internal and external teams
in delivering successful projects, taking responsibility for the design,
approval, and delivery, including financial viability of development projects

• Strategic thinker, able to
attend to details while keeping big-picture goals in mind.

Engagement & Communication:
•
Effective communication and interpersonal skills (both written and verbal) are
required, along with demonstrable success in leading project teams to a common goal.

• A deep understanding of how
social, political, and spatial systems impact urban design.

• Advanced verbal communication
skills used to communicate strategic project objectives. Able to understand,
interpret and translate complex and/or technical concepts and ideas through
written and verbal communication tools.

• Lead public engagement
activities, including being the public interface for the Nation with the
community

• Able to manage, direct and
facilitate a variety of forms of community consultation.

• Decolonizing planning practices

• Your approach is collaborative;
a team player who possesses a strong work ethic and acts as a role model for
others

• You are self-managed, goal-oriented,
and finish what you start. 

• Excellent organizational, time
management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to coordinate and set
priorities to meet deadlines while dealing with conflicting demands and
changing priorities 

• Excellent verbal and written
communication skills to produce reports and deliver effective
presentations 

• Valid BC Driver's License with
a reliable vehicle and appropriate insurance

• Able to travel to attend
conferences or business meetings from time to time About the Rewards In
exchange for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a
competitive salary based on your experience. 
After successfully completing the first three months of employment, you
will be eligible for a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes:

• Extended Health, Dental, Vision
benefits, Short-Term, Long-Term, and Life Insurance

• Family and Employee Assistance
Program

• Registered Pension plan with an
employer match

This is a great opportunity to
contribute at an exciting time of growth and changes within the Kwikwetlem
Nation and to be a part of a team that creates a place that supports growth and
promotes the values of the Kwikwetlem people. 

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