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Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Planning Assistant 2, Community Planning
Posted on April 19, 2024 by Employer details District of North Vancouver
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Planning Assistant 2, Community PlanningJP#24-19T(Temporary Full-Time)Home to vast parkland and attractions including Grouse Mountain, Lynn Canyon and Capilano Suspension Bridge, the District of North Vancouver is inspired by nature, and enriched by people. Designated one of BC?s Top Employers for six years, the District offers exciting professional development opportunities and a competitive total compensation package including a nine day fortnight and hybrid work options. This is an exciting time to join the District, as we embark on a range of initiatives to transform digital service delivery, customer experience, and our approach to climate action. Known for being a flexible, family-friendly employer with an inclusive workplace culture, the District of North Vancouver is an exceptional place to work. If you are civic-minded and interested in making an impact on people and businesses on the beautiful North Shore, consider working for the District of North Vancouver. Our Community Planning and Housing Department has a temporary full-time opportunity for a Planning Assistant 2 to join their team for up to 2 years (renewable annually). This is technical and administrative planning work to support the Community Planning and Housing team. In this role you will work with databases and statistics and conduct analysis in a variety of areas including housing. You will assist in monitoring progress on key initiatives and be involved in new projects such as the Official Community Plan. In addition, you can expect to have exposure to the breadth of portfolios in Community Planning which encompass housing, social planning, heritage, employment lands, public engagement, child care, regional planning and more. The successful applicant will have:A good understanding of the various components of community planning. Sound knowledge of data collection, modelling and analysis and an ability to generate reports from sources such as Statistics Canada and BC Stats. The ability to describe, illustrate, and condense information and data into reports, presentations and other formats. Familiarity with urban and graphic design principles and mapping presentation methods are desired. Excellent research skills and an understanding of planning principles, processes and legislation. A high level of competency with Excel, and a working knowledge of other data visualization software (such as Illustrator, In Design, Sketch Up, and Photoshop) will also assist your success in this role. The successful candidate will be an effective communicator, with the ability to perform various tasks under minimal supervision and be a team player with innovative approaches to problem solving. This is an excellent opportunity to use and grow your planning skills, while being supported by a working supervisor and department manager. QualificationsThe successful candidate will have post-secondary education in a relevant field such as planning, geography, land economics or urban design. Work experience in these areas would be an asset. An equivalent combination of training and experience will also be considered. A valid BC Drivers Licence is required. DetailsSalary: The pay range for this unionized position is $36.08 to $42.45 per hour (2024 rates) based on a 35-hour work week.Hours of Work: 35-hour work weekApplyThe District of North Vancouver is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and accessible work environment. If you have what we?re looking for and have a passion to serve people and the community, and a demonstrated commitment to supporting a healthy and safe workplace, we would like to hear from you. Please apply on-line at https://careers.dnv.org by May 9, 2024, to be considered. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please inform us when we contact you.We thank you for your interest in employment with the District of North Vancouver and advise that only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.We respectfully acknowl- LocationNorth Vancouver, BC
- Salary$36.08HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Term or contractFull time
- Start date Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CivicJobs.ca #93747
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