City of Prince George

Lead a Professional Team to Continue to Build a Vibrant Sustainable Community

About Our Community:

Boasting a high quality of life and standard of living, Prince George has all of the amenities of a large city mixed with the friendliness and appeal of a smaller community.  It is a regional centre for close to 326,000 people for shopping, education, health care, the arts and sports.  Prince George’s central location in the province offers work/life balance with unparalleled access to four-season outdoor recreation activities that are complemented by a full range of urban amenities and a comprehensive transportation infrastructure that connects local residents, businesses, resources and agricultural products to markets around the world.  In addition, it is only a short drive to almost anywhere in Prince George – spend less time commuting and more time doing what matters most to you!  Discover all of these opportunities and more!

About Our Organization:

The City of Prince George is committed to ensuring a positive, well-balanced work environment for its employees.  With opportunities for employee training, wellness programs and professional development the City of Prince George offers a safe and supportive workplace in which to serve our community.

About The Opportunity:

This high profile role is responsible for ensuring City development is in accordance with City bylaws and meets the appropriate aesthetic, functional, safety and quality of life standards.  The Manager oversees a professional team involved in land use planning and development approvals, building inspection, subdivision, building permits, and business licenses.  Other major areas of responsibility include coordinating the public input process on development projects and land use issues, overseeing the development and administration of the Zoning Bylaw and liaising with the business community, developers, the public, senior administration and City Council.

About Your Background:

Ideally you have a graduate degree in Community and Regional Planning or a related discipline however an undergraduate degree combined with suitable experience will be considered.   You are eligible for membership with the Planning Institute of BC and the Canadian Institute of Planners and have at least five (5) years of related experience including supervisory experience in a municipal setting.  You are a results oriented team player with strong interpersonal, problem solving and decision making skills with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service.

Why You Will Love Working with our Development Services team at the City of Prince George:

• Use your extensive knowledge of community planning to enhance our City’s growth and development.
• Establish strong working relationships with developers, land development consultants, contractors and residents.
• Enjoy a competitive starting wage and comprehensive benefits package.

Please refer to the job description on our website for more details about this exciting career!

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply by February 7, 2022 to:  http://princegeorgejobs.prevueaps.ca/jobs/

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The City of Prince George thanks all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.