Director of Planning and Development Services

Squamish-Lillooet Regional District; Pemberton; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government organization in Pemberton is seeking a Director of Planning and Development Services to lead planning and development initiatives. The ideal candidate should possess at least seven years of experience in senior planning roles and hold both an undergraduate and post-graduate degree in planning. This role includes oversight of planning policies, collaboration with senior leadership, and bylaw enforcement. The salary range for this position is $135,455 - $152,456 annually, along with an extensive benefits package. Submit your application by email by January 4, 2026.

Benefits

Comprehensive extended benefits package

Participation in the Municipal Pension Plan

Professional development opportunities

Compressed work week (9-day fortnight)

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years of experience in progressively senior planning roles.
• Experience in developing planning policies and bylaws.
• Membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and development, building services, and GIS functions.
• Guide planning policies and align with strategic goals.
• Collaborate with the senior leadership team.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Planning expertise

Bylaw enforcement

GIS mapping

Education

Undergraduate degree in planning or related discipline

Post-graduate degree in community and regional planning

Full membership with the Planning Institute of BC

Job description

Director of Planning and Development Services

(Regular, Full‑time)

Looking to contribute to your local community? Consider a career in local government. Join the SLRD’s team of dedicated staff who work together to make a difference in the region.

Headquartered in Pemberton, the Squamish‑Lillooet Regional District (SLRD) delivers a wide range of regional, sub‑regional and local services to its residents. The SLRD is a BC Regional District consisting of four member municipalities (Squamish, Whistler, Pemberton, Lillooet) and four electoral areas. Services include land use planning, solid waste management, building inspection, fire protection, emergency preparedness, 911 services, recreation, water and sewer utilities, regional transit, trails and open spaces as well as financial support for various community services. The region contains some of the most spectacular forests, waterways, and mountains in the province and affords an endless range of opportunities for outdoor adventure, making it an exceptional place to live, work and play.

The SLRD is seeking a strategic and collaborative Director of Planning and Development Services. The Director of Planning and Development Services is responsible for overseeing the planning and development, building services, bylaw enforcement and GIS land and property mapping functions of the SLRD. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, and as a member of the senior leadership team, this position provides oversight, direction and guidance on planning and development policies, plans, and bylaws in alignment with SLRD strategic goals and objectives.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of seven (7) years of recent experience in progressively senior planning roles, an undergraduate degree in planning or a related discipline plus a post‑graduate degree in community and regional planning; and full membership with the Planning Institute of BC and/or the Canadian Institute of Planners. For further information, please refer to the full job description at www.slrd.bc.ca/employment.

The salary range for this position is $135,455 - $152,456 annually. A comprehensive extended benefits package, participation in the Municipal Pension Plan, compressed work week (9‑day fortnight), and professional development opportunities are also available.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their cover letter and resume (preferably in pdf format) by email, no later than January 4, 2026 at 11:59 pm to [e-mail].

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.