25-091 Planner 2 - Community Planning

City of Maple Ridge; Maple Ridge; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Maple Ridge seeks a Planner 2 for its Planning Department to shape municipal development policies and regulations. This role includes professional planning work, public engagement, and supervising technical staff. Ideal candidates will have a Master's in Planning and experience in policy development, making significant contributions to community growth. Embrace the opportunity to work in a vibrant community committed to sustainability!

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

Municipal Pension Plan

Strong employee wellness program

Professional career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Planning with professional experience in urban or regional planning required.
• Experience in policy planning and public engagement processes.
• Five years policy planning experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct professional planning work in the analysis of policy planning issues.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for review by a superior.
• Maintain liaison with a variety of contacts and supervise technical subordinates.

Skills

Urban Planning

Zoning By-Laws

Environmental Planning

Public Consultation

Statistical Techniques

Research Methodology

Communication Skills

Education

Master's degree in Planning

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Planner 2 (community Planning) Position Overview

The City of Maple Ridge is vibrant and growing community dedicated to sustainable development and enhancing quality of life for its residents. Our Planning Department plays a key role in shaping the future of our municipality by facilitating responsible land use and fostering community engagement. As a Planner 2 – Community Planning, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the policies and regulations that guide development within our municipality. If you are passionate about community planning and contributing to the growth of our city, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. In This Role You Will:You will conduct 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. The Planner 2 - Community Planning 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. DESIRABLE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEMaster's degree in Planning with some professional experience in urban or regional planning; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESConsiderable academic and practical knowledge of principles, practices, and objectives of urban and regional planning.

Knowledge of zoning by-laws, official community plans and land use management techniques and understanding of environmental, social and heritage planning principles

Knowledge of application processing and development process.

Knowledge of effective public consultation tools and methods.

Knowledge of the current literature, trends and developments in the planning field.

Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and other relevant programs.

Knowledge of standard statistical techniques and research methodology.

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, which includes preparation of technical and administrative reports and experience in addressing public forums.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with other employees, professionals and the public as necessitated by work assignments.

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, problems and projects.

Ability To Establish Priorities And Meet Deadlines. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

This role involves mainly policy related project work that includes experience with:

Reviewing and updating new housing policies and programs.

Development of areas plans and development permit area guidelines.

Planning and managing public engagement processes.

Updates to various land use planning strategies.

Five years of policy planning experienceEQUITY 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 [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.