JOB TITLE: PLANNER II or Planner III (Regular Full-Time, one position only)

DEPARTMENT: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

RESPONSIBILITIES:

PLANNER II

- 1. Review various applications including Development Permits, Development Variance Permits, Agricultural Land Reserve Applications, Plans of Subdivision and amendments to the Zoning Bylaw and Official Community Plan, as required;
- 2. Serve as a member of planning or other required task forces, as required;
- 3. Provide information, explain policy, and interpret bylaws to builders, developers, government agencies, consultants, and the public;
- 4. Liaise and attend meetings with various City of Terrace departments, agencies, and other groups concerning municipal development policy and land use;
- 5. Undertake research and analysis for specific planning projects and the strategic planning process, prepare reports on land use, physical, social & economic issues;
- 6. Assist with the development of policies, bylaws and proposals affecting land use and community development;
- 7. Attend evening and weekend meetings as required; and
- 8. Other duties, as required.

PLANNER III

- 1. Review various applications including Development Permits, Development Variance Permits, Agricultural Land Reserve Applications, Plans of Subdivision and amendments to the Zoning Bylaw and Official Community Plan, as required;
- 2. Serve as a member of planning or other required task forces, as required;
- 3. Provide information, explain policy, and interpret bylaws to builders, developers, government agencies, consultants, and the public;
- 4. Liaise and attend meetings with various City of Terrace departments, agencies,



and other groups concerning municipal development policy and land use;
- 5. Present reports and other findings to staff, Council, and the public;
- 6. Manage complex planning studies, development applications, and review consultant proposals;
- 7. Develop project budgets, oversee project tenders, and verify contract expenditures and compliance;
- 8. Support regional planning efforts, as required;
- 9. Participate in the preparation of all policies, bylaws and proposals affecting land use and community development;
- 10. Attend evening and weekend as required; and
- 11. Other duties, as required.

MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS:

PLANNER II:

- 1. Degree in Urban & Regional Planning (or related field) and full membership (or eligibility) with the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP);
- 2. A minimum of 3 years diverse municipal or private sector work experience;
- 3. Good understanding of planning principles and practices;
- 4. In-depth knowledge of one or more planning specializations, such as economic development, transportation planning, or environmental planning;
- 5. Ability to work independently to prioritize and accomplish several tasks and assignments while exercising time management abilities;
- 6. Ability to deal effectively with co-workers and the public;
- 7. Computer skills including word processing and spread sheets,



CAD and graphic software experience would be an asset;
- 8. Good written and oral communication skills; and
- 9. Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's Licence.

PLANNER III:

- 1. Degree in Urban & Regional Planning (or related field) and full membership (or eligibility) with the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP), Master’s Degree an asset;
- 2. 5 to 7 years’ diverse municipal or private sector related work experience;
- 3. Considerable knowledge of the theory, principles and techniques of the planning profession and development process;
- 4. In-depth knowledge of one or more planning specializations, such as economic development, transportation planning, or environmental planning;
- 5. Supervisory experience;
- 6. Ability to work independently to prioritize and accomplish several tasks and assignments while exercising time management abilities;
- 7. Ability to deal effectively with co-workers, project developers, contractors, and the public;
- 8. Computer skills including word processing and spread sheets, CAD and graphic software experience would be an asset;
- 9. Good written and oral communication skills; and
- 10. Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's Licence.

JOB SPECIFIC TESTING MAY FORM PART OF THE INTERVIEW/SELECTION PROCESS.

RATE OF PAY:

Planner II: $41.45/hour

Planner III: $46.86/hour

HOURS OF WORK:

35 hours/week

UNION:

C.U.P.E. Local 2012

PERKS:

As per Collective AgreementP osting 66 -202 6 – Planner II or III (Regular Full -Time) Page 3

REPORTING TO:

Planning Manager/Director of Development Services

THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL:

4:30 P.M., FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 2026

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