2025-14 Junior or Senior Planner

at  City of Dawson Creek

JOB DESCRIPTION

City Planner
Department Development Services
Hours of Work 35 hours per week

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Development Services Manager or designate, the Planner assists
in the review, assessment and processing of development plans, land use designation and zoning
amendment requests, subdivision requests and other related projects in the Development Services
department. The planner exercises judgement and discretion while interpreting, analyzing, and
coordinating projects, focusing on current planning functions.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES & SKILLS:

1. A Degree in Planning or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Experience in land use planning in a local government setting, including experience in complex
   planning projects such as the development and review of Official Community Plans.
3. Eligibility for membership in the Planning Institute of BC.
4. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and a high level of trust and respect across the
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   organization.
5. Ability to interpret, implement and adhere to organizational policies and procedures.
6. Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
7. Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s licence.

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

1. A working knowledge and understanding of the Local Government Act, Community Charter, Land
   Title Act and other Provincial policies, legislation and legal mechanisms applicable to land use
   planning in the Province of BC.
2. Working on a broad range of planning initiatives, including Official Community Plan and Zoning
   Bylaws and amendments, processing a variety of development applications.
3. Sound knowledge of policy analysis and development techniques.
4. Ability to work effectively in a mixed environment with a large amount of autonomy, while exercising
   considerable judgment to establish priorities and complete the duties of the position.
5. Demonstrated sensitivity to political issues and impacts.
6. Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with the public,
   applicants, landowners, agencies, and team members.
7. Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage timelines and prioritize workloads.

KEY DUTIES PERFORMED:

1. Processes, analyses and assesses development applications in terms of conformance with the
   Official Community Plan, Development Permit Guidelines, and other pertinent bylaws and provincial
   guidelines.
2. Prepares reports suggesting whether to accept or decline proposals, along with proposing suitable
   terms or conditions for proposal acceptance.
3. Reviews restrictive covenants, easements, statutory right-of-ways, and instrument releases for form
   and content, and coordinates information sharing for approval and registration.
4. Prepares maps, charts, graphs, and other material for public consultation presentations.
5. Responds to public inquiries regarding city planning, zoning, proposed land use and development.
6. Participates in the development and preparation of new policies, procedures, and bylaws relating to
   department operation.
7. Assists in the development and implementation of growth management and land use plans, energy
   & water conservation plans and initiatives, sustainable practices, economic development plans,
   utility, housing, transportation, and City facility planning to meet the needs of the City, and/or other
   levels of government as applicable.