Planner 1 - Community Planning
City of Maple Ridge
Date: 6 days ago
City: Maple Ridge, BC
Contract type: Full time
Planner 1 - Community Planning Position Overview
This is professional planning work in the analysis of policy planning issues, including the preparation of related reports and recommendations for review by a superior. The work involves the assembly, research, analysis and interpretation of historical, economic, physical, legal, statistical and other data for departmental studies and projects. The incumbent maintains liaison with a variety of contacts and attends related internal and external meetings and may supervise technical subordinates assigned to a specific project. An employee exercises considerable independence of action and judgment, referring complex problems or policy matters to a superior who reviews work performance in terms of achievement of desired objectives.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEUniversity graduation in an appropriate discipline, plus a post graduate degree in Community or Regional Planning or other related areas, supplemented by some professional planning experience, OR an equivalent combination of training and experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESConsiderable knowledge of the practices, principles, techniques, and methods applicable to urban planning operations.
Considerable knowledge of the rules, regulations, policies, by-law objectives and legislation governing the operations of the Planning Department.
Sound knowledge of analytical and research techniques and methodology and of the current trends and developments in municipal planning
Sound knowledge of economics, Corporation finances and sociology applicable to municipal planning.
Ability to perform planning research and analytical tasks, and to apply statistical techniques. Ability to prepare reports and recommendations on a variety of planning projects, programs and policies, to communicate effectively and to explain technical concepts and plans to non-technical people.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, professionals, internal and external stakeholders and authorities.
Ability to present reports to senior staff and Council, if requested to do so.
Ability to exercise consistent judgment and creativity in dealing with a variety of planning matters.
Ability to perform tasks under general supervision.
Working knowledge of MS Office and other relevant programs. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATESMembership or eligibility for membership in the Planning Institute of British Columbia.
Class 5 Driver’s License valid in the Province of British Columbia. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EQUITY STATEMENTAt the City of Maple Ridge, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive culture that actively values and embraces diversity. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is broadly reflective of the community we proudly serve. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting [email protected]. WHAT WE OFFER YOU:The City of Maple Ridge is a great place to work with competitive compensation packages that include the Municipal Pension Plan, a strong employee wellness program and the opportunity for professional career growth and professional development. If you want to help shape a growing community in a municipality that strives for service excellence, then this is the position for you. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
This is professional planning work in the analysis of policy planning issues, including the preparation of related reports and recommendations for review by a superior. The work involves the assembly, research, analysis and interpretation of historical, economic, physical, legal, statistical and other data for departmental studies and projects. The incumbent maintains liaison with a variety of contacts and attends related internal and external meetings and may supervise technical subordinates assigned to a specific project. An employee exercises considerable independence of action and judgment, referring complex problems or policy matters to a superior who reviews work performance in terms of achievement of desired objectives.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEUniversity graduation in an appropriate discipline, plus a post graduate degree in Community or Regional Planning or other related areas, supplemented by some professional planning experience, OR an equivalent combination of training and experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESConsiderable knowledge of the practices, principles, techniques, and methods applicable to urban planning operations.
Considerable knowledge of the rules, regulations, policies, by-law objectives and legislation governing the operations of the Planning Department.
Sound knowledge of analytical and research techniques and methodology and of the current trends and developments in municipal planning
Sound knowledge of economics, Corporation finances and sociology applicable to municipal planning.
Ability to perform planning research and analytical tasks, and to apply statistical techniques. Ability to prepare reports and recommendations on a variety of planning projects, programs and policies, to communicate effectively and to explain technical concepts and plans to non-technical people.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, professionals, internal and external stakeholders and authorities.
Ability to present reports to senior staff and Council, if requested to do so.
Ability to exercise consistent judgment and creativity in dealing with a variety of planning matters.
Ability to perform tasks under general supervision.
Working knowledge of MS Office and other relevant programs. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATESMembership or eligibility for membership in the Planning Institute of British Columbia.
Class 5 Driver’s License valid in the Province of British Columbia. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EQUITY STATEMENTAt the City of Maple Ridge, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive culture that actively values and embraces diversity. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is broadly reflective of the community we proudly serve. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting [email protected]. WHAT WE OFFER YOU:The City of Maple Ridge is a great place to work with competitive compensation packages that include the Municipal Pension Plan, a strong employee wellness program and the opportunity for professional career growth and professional development. If you want to help shape a growing community in a municipality that strives for service excellence, then this is the position for you. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
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