25-024 Environmental Planner 2

The City of Maple Ridge; Maple Ridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking municipality dedicated to sustainable development and environmental protection! As an Environmental Planner, you'll play a crucial role in shaping policies and strategies that promote responsible urban growth and climate resilience. Engage with diverse stakeholders, conduct environmental assessments, and contribute to impactful initiatives that benefit the community. This role offers an opportunity to make a lasting difference while working within a supportive and inclusive environment that values diversity and professional growth. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to influence the future of our city, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Employee Wellness Program

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field with considerable experience in environmental management.
• Ability to assess environmental impacts and provide expert recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare studies and develop long-term environmental plans and strategies.
• Conduct environmental data collection and technical reviews to support policy decisions.

Skills

Environmental Management

Policy Development

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Research Methods

Education

Master’s degree in Resource Management

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science

Job description

Regular Full-Time - Closing March 2, 2025

COMPETITION: #25-024
STATUS: Regular Full-Time (CUPE)
DEPARTMENT: Planning
SALARY: $53.67 - $63.51 per hour
CLOSING: March 2, 2025

We strive for excellence as we deliver vital municipal services with innovation, accountability and efficiency to meet the needs of the community now and into the future. Be part of our story. Come grow with us!

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Shape the Future of Sustainable Development!

Are you passionate about protecting the environment, advancing climate policy, and guiding responsible urban growth? Do you thrive in policy development, with environmental and climate assessments, and with engaging with diverse stakeholders? We’re seeking an Environmental Planner to help shape forward-thinking policies and lead sustainability initiatives that will influence the future of our city.

Join our team and make a lasting impact on our community and environment!

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL

1. Prepare studies, recommend bylaw amendments, and develop long-term environmental plans and strategies.
2. Conduct environmental data collection, on-site inspections, and technical reviews to support policy decisions.
3. Liaise with municipal staff, government agencies, consultants, and community groups to ensure sustainability goals are met.
4. Represent the City at intergovernmental forums, provide professional input on environmental issues, and contribute to task forces and committees.
5. Assess environmental impacts of development proposals and provide expert recommendations to Council and City officials.

DESIRABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Master’s degree in resource management, environmental planning, environmental science or a discipline related to the work with considerable experience in an environmental management environment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Qualification as a RP Biologist, and work experience in a planning environment would be an asset.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and objectives of environmental management.
2. Considerable knowledge of the policies, rules, regulations, by-laws, objectives and legislation governing the work performed.
3. Considerable knowledge of research methods, statistical techniques and of trends and developments in environmental protection.
4. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, professionals and the public; and to transmit clearly the principles and requirements of sound environmental protection practices and to express ideas effectively orally and in written or graphic form.
5. Ability to perform detailed analytical and research tasks and develop strategies, programs and policy options.
6. Ability to assess the environmental impact of development upon the Municipality, including conformance with applicable environmental legislation and regulations and draft amendments to the by-laws suitable to the needs of the community as established by Council.
7. Ability to express ideas effectively orally and in written or graphic form and skill in presentation.
8. Skill in dealing with politically sensitive topics in a tactful manner.
9. Ability to work with minimal supervision.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Qualifications of this role involves mainly policy related project work that includes reviewing and updating environmental and climate policy and programs, the planning and managing of public engagement processes, updates to various long-range planning strategies, and a minimum of five years of policy planning experience.

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

EQUITY STATEMENT

At 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 [e-mail].

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.