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Assistant Manager, Transportation Planning

Department: Engineering Closing Date: Nov 27, 2026 4:30 PM

Competition Number: 26-133

Job Summary

The City of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Assistant Manager, Transportation Planning. Reporting to the Manager, Transportation, the Assistant Manager, Transportation Planning is responsible for leading and coordinating the City’s transportation planning function, including the development and implementation of transportation plans, policies and programs. The Assistant Manager, Transportation Planning organizes and directs personnel and resources to ensure transportation planning initiatives are completed effectively and in accordance with accepted industry best practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

Please see the PDF below.

Requirements

Applicants must have a degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related discipline from a recognized educational institution.



A minimum of 3 years’ progressive experience in a municipal transportation engineering or planning workplace, including substantial experience with planning studies, policy or program development, public engagement, consultant assignments, functional design, and project delivery, as well as proven supervisory experience in a unionized technical environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Applicants must have a membership in, or eligibility for membership in, an applicable professional association (e.g. EGBC, PIBC) as well as a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a permanent full-time exempt position offering 35 hours of work per week, with a salary range of $116,830.80 to $124,288.09 as well as a competitive benefits package. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials.

Comments

To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter (.docx or PDF file format) to [email protected] referencing the specific competition 26-133 by the application deadline. The City of Nanaimo is an inclusive employer that values diversity and invites applications from all qualified individuals who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If you are shortlisted for the role and need an accommodation within the hiring process, we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.

📌 Assistant Manager, Transportation Planning (Nanaimo)
🏢 City of Nanaimo
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