| Planner I (Full-Time) |
| Municipality: |
Fraser Valley Regional District |
This posting closed on
November 22, 2017
at 4:30 PM
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| Job ID: |
2017-39 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying) |
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| Department: |
Strategic Planning & Intiatives |
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| Job Description: |
The Fraser Valley Regional District is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the full-time position of Planner I in the Regional Programs Division. The department???s portfolio includes: Regional Growth Strategy, regional transit, strategic planning, economic analysis, affordable housing and homelessness, First Nations relations and other strategic areas. |
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| Duties: |
Under the direction of the Manager of Strategic Planning, the Planner I will work as part of a team responding to inquiries pertaining to statistical information, and regional growth strategy matters; supporting the planning and administration of the FVRD???s regional transit services, developing and preparing statistical reports relating to regional growth issues; assisting in the review of referrals from Provincial and other agencies; preparing correspondence, reports and responses to bylaw referrals from other jurisdictions; developing brochures and other graphic materials; and assisting in the research and preparation of planning policy documents and bylaw development. |
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| Educational Requirements: |
??? A degree in planning, geography or related discipline with courses in survey techniques, GIS, map interpretation, map compilation, graphics and statistical analysis, plus two years of local government or similar experience; |
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| Skill Requirements: |
??? Working knowledge of standard planning, building, and engineering nomenclature, practices and methods;
??? Excellent computer skills with a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Office including PowerPoint;
??? Sound knowledge of GIS, graphics, and desktop publishing software and the ability to acquire sound knowledge of electronic filing software;
??? Ability to read and interpret engineering, architectural and site plans and understand specifications;
??? Must acquire a sound knowledge of FVRD planning legislation, Provincial Statutes and regulations and local geography;
??? Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to express thoughts and ideas clearly, and converse with a wide range of people including technical consultants, elected officials, staff and the general public to provide advice, make recommendations and effective presentations;
??? Excellent writing skills, with the ability to write in a clear and concise manner, and to prepare well written technical and administrative reports;
??? Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with consultants, contractors, stakeholders, staff, elected officials, other government agencies, advisory bodies and the public;
??? Experience in transit planning, administration, and operation will be considered an asset in this position;
??? Must possess a valid Driver???s Licence.
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| Salary: |
The wage rate for this bargaining unit position is $32.40 per hour plus a comprehensive benefit package. Upon successful completion of the required six month probationary period the wage will increase to $38.12 per hour. |
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| Additional Information: |
If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your resume, along with a cover letter, indicating how you meet the qualifications. Please quote Competition #2017-39 and send, in confidence, by 4:30 p.m. on November 22, 2017 to:
jobs@fvrd.ca or mail to:
Human Resources Department
Fraser Valley Regional District
45950 Cheam Avenue
Chilliwack, BC V2P 1N6
or fax confidentially to: 604-702-5461
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| Web Address: |
www.fvrd.ca |
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| Address: |
45950 Cheam Avenue
Chilliwack, BC
V2P 1N6 |
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| E-mail: |
jobs@fvrd.ca |
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| Fax: |
604-702-5461 |
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| Opening Date: |
November 7, 2017 08:30 AM |
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| Closing Date: |
November 22, 2017 04:30 PM |
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