Planning Technician

Thompson-Nicola Regional District; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is seeking a detail-oriented Planning Technician to support planning and development applications. This full-time, permanent position will be based in Kamloops, and it involves working with the public to provide information on various planning matters. Candidates should have a diploma in a relevant field and at least three years of related experience. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for managing inquiries and assisting planners effectively.

Qualifications

• Three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Understanding of research methodologies and data collection practices.
• Ability to assess inquiries related to planning applications.

Responsibilities

• Process planning and development applications and facilitate land use planning.
• Provide accurate information to the public on land use inquiries and permits.
• Perform routine office tasks including data entry and records tracking.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Diploma in Planning, Geography, or related discipline

Tools

GIS

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Tempest

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Job Title

Job Type

Full-time

Union

CUPE

# of work hours per week

35

Location

Job Description

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is located in south-central British Columbia, with dozens rural and urban communities spread across 44,300 square kilometres. The TNRD provides more than 120 local government services to approximately 144,000 people in 10 Electoral Areas, 11 member municipalities, and 25 First Nations.

The TNRD is headquartered in the City of Kamloops, the largest community within the regional district. The Thompson-Nicola region has a vast range of climates that experience true four-season weather, with plenty of year-round sunshine, little rain, and warm summers. Residents generally have short commutes, easy access to recreation and the outdoors, and a high quality of life. The TNRD acknowledges that we are located within the unceded, ancestral lands of the Nlaka’pumux, Secwépemc, St’at’imc, and Syilx Nations.

The Role

Reporting to the General Manager of Development Services, the Planning Technicianplays a key supportive role in the processing of planning and development applications and facilitating land use planning across the region, allwith a focus on providing accurate and timely customer-service to the public.

The Planning Technician reviews and processes building permit applications in relation to planning and zoning, andensures compliance with TNRD corporate practice and bylaw requirements, andsupports Planners withland use and development application processing. This position also is responsible for the parallel routine office tasks including data entry, tracking and records.

As the first point of contact for members of the public, including homebuyers, developers, and realtors, the Planning Technician must communicate accurate information on a broad range of general inquiries including general land use information, guiding inquiries related to routine development permits, variances, subdivisions, and referrals.

This full-time, permanent position is based out of the TNRD Civic Building which is located in the heart of downtown sunny Kamloops. The vibrant TNRD Civic Building also houses the Kamloops Downtown Library, the Kamloops Art Gallery and a busy café.

Job Requirements

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong communication skills and a solid foundation in land use planning, particularly in a rural context.

Education and Experience

• Diploma in Planning, Geography or related discipline and 3 years related experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of planning philosophies, principles, practices, and techniques.
• Understanding of research methodologies and data collection practices.
• Familiarity with local government policies, procedures, bylaws, and relevant guidelines.
• Ability to assess, analyze, and respond to inquiries related to planning applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage client interactions, including handling aggrieved individuals with professionalism.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Effective time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects or issues concurrently while meeting deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in using relevant software applications, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Tempest, GIS, and others as required

This position requires a clear Criminal Record Check and the submission of a driver's abstract.

This position falls under the provisions of the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 900. The placement of the Planning Technician is at Pay Grade 7, which is $2,499.26 - $2,881.79/biweekly.

Applications must include a cover letter and resume outlining your qualifications and experience. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and will be accepted until 23:00 PST on the closing date of the competition. While we appreciate the interest of applicants, only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Thank you for considering the Thompson-Nicola Regional District as a place to share your talents!

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