Planning analyst
City of Vancouver’s Department of Planning, Urban Design, and Sustainability is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Planning analyst. City of Vancouver’s Department of Planning, Urban Design, and Sustainability is responsible for guiding the city’s growth and development while promoting sustainability and livability. It oversees urban planning initiatives, zoning regulations, and design guidelines to ensure responsible development and vibrant neighborhoods. By fostering sustainable practices and community engagement, it seeks to create resilient and equitable urban environments. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Vancouver
Department: Planning, Urban Design and Sustainability (1275)
Position: Planning analyst
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $42.04 – $49.65 hourly
Employment Type: Regular/Full Time
Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks
Location: 453 W 12th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1V4, Canada
Job ID: 40988
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have a university graduate degree in planning or a related discipline, recognized by the Canadian Institute of Planners
Experience: Candidates should have professional planning experience
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have membership or eligibility for membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners and should possess strong organizational and project management skills
- The candidates should demonstrate sound research and analytical abilities and have demonstrated experience in planning-related research, data, monitoring, policy analysis, and communicating findings
- The candidates should have a working knowledge of zoning and land use regulations and should demonstrate a working knowledge of, and experience with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS), as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office
- The candidates should have graphic skills and experience with the Adobe Creative Suite and other similar design-related software
- The candidates should have a general knowledge of City by-laws, processes, and policies, which would be an asset
- The candidates should possess strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to communicate with the public in person and over the phone
- The candidates should have knowledge of the City’s community and area plans, and related policies
- The candidates should demonstrate the ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment in managing workload while delivering projects on time
- The candidates must be able to work independently and participate successfully on work teams
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to develop and conduct research on a range of planning and policy issues
- The candidates should be able to source and develop property, demographic, and other statistical information to support planning initiatives
- The candidates should be able to support qualitative and quantitative analysis of economic and demographic data for use in projects and support the evaluation and monitoring of city community plans
- The candidates should be able to collect, manage, and interpret various sources of data, including the regular use of GIS and ArcGIS software
- The candidates should be able to develop and conduct in-depth research and analyses on topics related to land use and policy
- The candidates should be able to write reports and technical papers for senior staff in PDS and other departments
- The candidates should be able to organize and facilitate public consultation processes
- The candidates should be able to develop informational and graphic materials for public open houses, workshops, and for inclusion in Council reports
- The candidates should be able to summarize public consultation processes and survey results for senior staff and the public to inform next steps in the planning program
- The candidates should be able to maintain and update websites and help coordinate social media outreach
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!