Planner 2 - Development Planning

City of Surrey; Surrey; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team in one of Canada's fastest-growing cities as a Planner 2 in Development Planning. This role offers the chance to engage in complex planning assignments, mentor junior staff, and contribute to sustainable community development. You'll prepare comprehensive analyses and reports, ensuring effective communication with Council and the public. As a forward-thinking organization, we prioritize innovation and meaningful work, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about urban planning and community building.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in planning or related fields.
• Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze planning issues and land development applications.
• Draft comprehensive reports and Zoning Bylaws.
• Mentor junior planners and conduct site inspections.

Skills

Land Development Analysis

Zoning Bylaw Drafting

Public Communication

Mentoring Junior Planners

Education

Degree in Planning

Master's Degree in Planning

Job description

City of Surrey

Planner 2 - Development Planning

REGULAR FULLTIME

As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city—and their careers—forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Union – CUPE Local 402 – Regular Full-Time

Scope
Reporting to the Development Planning Manager, this is an intermediate level professional planner position with a considerable level of experience and expertise to undertake a wide range of planning assignments of moderate to high complexity with some responsibility to mentor junior planners.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, researching, and providing analysis on a wide range of planning issues.
• Reviewing and processing complex land development applications (including rezonings, development permits, subdivisions) and enquiries.
• Responding to enquiries from Council and the public.
• Preparing comprehensive reports to Council and preparing correspondence to the public.
• Drafting comprehensive development Zoning Bylaws.
• Coaching and mentoring junior planners.
• Other duties include conducting site inspections and researching and analyzing specific planning issues.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Degree in Planning or a related discipline with supplementary courses recognized by the Canadian Institute of Planners as fulfilling the requirement for membership plus a minimum of 5 years related experience.

OR

• Completion of relevant Master’s Degree and a minimum of 3 years’ related experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners is an asset.

OTHER INFORMATION
Pay Grade: 33
Hourly Rate: $60.82

Pay Steps Hourly Rates
Step 1 $60.82
Step 2 (6 months) $63.35
Step 3 (18 months) $66.00
Step 4 (30 months) $68.79

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