Planning Technician I

City of Kelowna; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal organization is seeking a Planning Technician I for a term position in Kelowna. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing direct service to the public and assisting the development team with permit applications. Ideal applicants will have a post-secondary certificate and excellent communication and customer service skills. This role includes an hourly rate of $35.39, with a focus on work-life balance and professional development.

Benefits

Support for work-life balance

Career and professional development

Qualifications

• Related experience in planning or technical support roles.
• Experience in construction or building regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct service to the public in land use and permitting.
• Schedule inspections and create reports.
• Support planners and technical staff in the development team.

Skills

Team player

Great communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Education

Post-secondary certificate in a related field

Job description

Overview

Planning Technician I (Up to 18-month term)

Be the face of our development team. We are looking for a Planning Technician to join our team! The City of Kelowno processes an average of 7,000 permit applications every year. A Planning Technician provides direct service to the public and supports planners and other technical staff as part of the Building and Permitting team in the Development Services Department. In this dynamic position, the successful incumbents will be part of a team receiving in-person applications pertaining to land use development, building, plumbing & natural gas permits and providing technical advice to the public and development clients. You will schedule inspections and create various reports, statistics, correspondence, permits and forms.

Qualifications

We require positive team players with related experience, great communication skills and a proactive and innovative attitude. Computer skills, a keen attention to detail, and superior customer service skills are crucial. A post-secondary certificate in a related field (1 year full-time) is required; preference will be given to those with experience in construction or building regulations.

Help create Kelowna as a City of the Future. Our diverse and dynamic team strives to innovate to make things better, work as one team, serve proudly, and lead responsibly. Live, work and play in one of Canada’s fastest growing cities. Kelowna boasts miles of lake access, public areas and outdoor recreation opportunities, a vibrant downtown and cultural scene, healthy and connected neighborhoods, and a world-renowned College and University. You’re only a quick link to the world via the Kelowna International Airport.

Grow your career in an organization that supports employee work-life balance and career and professional development. This is a CUPE bargaining unit position with an hourly rate of $35.39 per hour plus 14% in lieu of benefits, vacation and statutory holidays.

The City of Kelowna is committed to being an organization that values and reflects its community’s diverse population, and to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and progressive work environment where everyone can be their authentic self and feels a sense of belonging.

For further information or to apply, please check our website at www.kelowna.ca/careers

Applications must be received by end of day October 7, 2025.

Applicants not contacted within three weeks of the closing date are thanked for their interest.