Planning Assistant III

City of Vancouver; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Vancouver is seeking a Planning Assistant to support the Rezoning Centre. This role involves data collection, public consultation, and technical support for rezoning applications. Candidates should have strong analytical and graphic skills, with a background in urban planning preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of grade 12 with courses in urban planning.
• Preference for university degree in Planning.
• Knowledge of zoning and land-use planning principles.

Responsibilities

• Collects data and performs research and analysis.
• Organizes public consultation processes.
• Prepares presentations and related documents.

Skills

Research and analytical abilities

Interpersonal skills

Graphic skills

Education

Completion of grade 12

University degree in Planning

Tools

Sketch Up

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities . Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and engaging workplace. Working at the City of Vancouver and within the public service can be a rewarding career where you play a key role in ensuring impartial and equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and addressing the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.

Main Purpose and Function
The Planning Assistant provides technical and professional support to the Rezoning Centre, with a focus on supporting the processing of rezoning applications and related functions, as well as contributing to a variety of rezoning and policy initiatives. The emphasis is on collecting and analyzing information, developing information graphics to communicate complex ideas, and assisting with public consultation and public hearings.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Collects data and performs research and analysis.
• Responds to development and rezoning enquiries from the public.
• Organizes public consultation processes and facilitating small group discussions.
• Prepares mailing lists, notifications and other related documents.
• Receives and summarizes public comments.
• Maintains web pages and social media accounts.
• Performs skilled design and reproduction work relative and prepares presentations, public consultation information, and other graphic materials.
• Provides support for public hearings.
• Completes basic built form analysis such as shadow and massing studies.
• Performs other related duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Completion of grade 12 supplemented by courses in urban planning, graphics, and/or related courses or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• University degree in Planning would be considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Sound knowledge of zoning and land-use planning and regulations, land development economics, and urban design principles.
• Sound knowledge of drafting, layout work, report design and reproduction and of graphical presentation of statistical data and planning projects.
• Sound knowledge of the techniques and practices used in performing survey and statistical analyses work.
• Working knowledge of Sketch Up (3D Software), MapInfo, Microsoft Office Suite and graphics programs (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite)
• Ability to work independently and participate on work teams and with the public
• Ability to complete assignments using sound professional techniques and judgment.
• Ability to self-manage workload and meet time demands (e.g., prioritize tasks, communicate expected time frames for the delivery of items with staff and request help when needed).
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills (written and verbal).
• Research and analytical abilities, with an aptitude in the legal and technical aspects of planning work.
• Strong graphic skills are a requirement
• Ability to meet transportation needs
• Familiarity with rezoning processes is preferred.

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work a hybrid work week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite. At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Planning, Urban Design & Sustainability (1275)

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Position Start Date: July 2025

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-021: $37.2 to $43.78 per hour

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve . Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion .

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About the company

Vancouver (/vænˈkuːvər/ van-KOO-vər) is a major city in western Canada, located in the Lower Mainland region of British Columbia.

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