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Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Planner II
Posted on November 08, 2024 by Employer details City of Vancouver
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Planner IIRequisition ID: 42635 OrganizationLocated on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx?wú7mesh (Squamish), and s?lilw?ta? (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 rewarding workplace.Main Purpose and FunctionThis is a professional planning position that involves reviewing rezoning applications throughout the city, along with contributing to the development of zoning, policy and guidelines. The work is complex city-building in the investigation and development of solutions with regard to planning matters. The nature of the work will also include comprehensive review, assessment, ongoing updates and monitoring of the current development (rezoning) process, systems, and procedures.The current focus is on rezoning, however knowledge in policy and implementation is also expected.Specific Duties/Responsibilities Responds to public enquiries regarding rezoning potential, and reviews, evaluates and processes rezoning applications from enquiry through to enactment. Supervises professional and technical support staff. Establishes collaborative working relationships with community organizations, businesses, residents, property owners, developers and other stakeholders. Manages the public consultation process; designs, attends and facilitates community events that could include community forums, public engagement, workshops and meetings (including weekday evenings and weekends). Co-ordinates and synthesizes input from internal and external review groups and members of the public. Advises and negotiates with applicants. Presents complex material and information to staff, the public and City Council. Prepares rezoning and other complex reports for Council; drafts proposed by-law amendments. Prepares and manages work programs. Advises on and prepares policy, zoning and guidelines for area planning initiatives. Assess and understand the City?s rezoning processes, evaluating the effectiveness of existing systems and structures, and exploring best practices for innovation. Determine opportunities to improve, simplify and consolidate review processes, and support implementation and change management. Other duties/responsibilities as assignedMinimum Qualification RequirementsEducation and Experience: A university degree in planning or a related discipline; and Minimum of two years professional experience in the planning field in either municipal experience undertaking rezoning and development application review or private sector experience preparing rezoning and development applications, preferably supplemented by supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Membership or eligibility for membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners is desirable.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Considerable knowledge of urban planning, architecture or related fields of study, and a working knowledge of other subjects applicable to planning work. Considerable knowledge of several of the following as they relate to planning: urban design, social sciences, law, economics, development practices and municipal finance. Considerable knowledge and understanding of governmental structures and systems. A working knowledge of the City?s Zoning and Development By-law, Official Development Plans and Policies and Guidelines, plus a broad knowledge of City services, programs and processes. Knowledge of land use, urban design, and policy issues facing the City of- LocationVancouver, BC
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$56.27HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CivicJobs.ca #99399
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