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City of Surrey
Planner 2 - Development Planning
Regular Full-Time (2 Positions)
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SCOPE
The Planning & Development Department has a regular full-time opportunity for two Planner 2 positions in the Development Planning Division in the Planning and Development Department.
Reporting to the Development Planning Manager, this is an intermediate level professional planner position with a considerable level of experience and expertise to undertake a wide range of planning assignments of moderate to high complexity with some responsibility to mentor junior planners.
An eligibility list may also be established for two additional 3 year+/- Term opportunities with anticipated end dates of May 2027.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Preparing, researching and providing analysis on a wide range of planning issues.
- Reviewing and processing complex land development applications (including rezonings, development permits, subdivisions) and enquiries.
- Responding to enquiries from Council and the public.
- Preparing comprehensive reports to Council and preparing correspondence to the public.
- Drafting comprehensive development Zoning Bylaws.
- Coaching and mentoring junior planners.
- Other duties include conducting site inspections and researching and analyzing specific planning issues.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Completion of a Degree in Planning or a related discipline with supplementary courses recognized by the Canadian Institute of Planners as fulfilling the requirement for membership plus a minimum of 5 years related experience.
OR - Completion of relevant Master’s Degree and a minimum of 3 years’ related experience.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners is an asset.
Pay Step 1: $60.82
Pay Step 2 (6 months): $63.35
Pay Step 3 (18 months): $66.00
Pay Step 4 (30 months): $68.79
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Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree
Job Experience: 5 years or more
Rate: $60.82 to $68.79 Hour
