Township of Langley

The Township of Langley is home to approximately 150,000 residents, and is committed to providing diverse business, housing, and recreational opportunities, while balancing its unique mix of urban atmosphere and rural beauty. As a progressive workplace, the Township of Langley offers competitive salaries, excellent benefit packages, a municipal pension plan, employee wellness programs, and opportunities for professional development and career growth, among other benefits. Join our team and be a part of something great!

Job Overview

The Township of Langley is currently recruiting for a regular full-time Planner 1 to join our team of professionals in the Community and Policy Planning Department. Reporting to the Manager, Community Planning and Major Projects, in this unionized position, you will apply creativity and specialized knowledge in conducting research and analysis, assisting in preparation of community and neighbourhood plans, drafting policies and interpreting bylaws and regulations. This position will appeal to applicants who are committed to building a community that provides a lifestyle that is socially, culturally, economically and environmentally balanced. 

Responsibilities

• Conduct studies on a wide variety of community planning issues, with a focus on data analysis, affordable housing and urban design
• Develop and implement strategies for maximum public participation in support of planning initiatives
• Attend meetings and represent the department in providing technical and professional advice on policy, objectives, regulations and bylaws
• Collect and interpret data applicable to specialized planning programs and projects
• Maintain liaison with various internal and external contacts concerned with community planning, and attend related internal/external meetings
• Interpret plans, strategies and bylaws and answer a variety of internal and public inquiries regarding land use or related matters
• Perform related work as required

Qualifications

• University graduation in an appropriate discipline, plus a post graduate degree in Community or Regional Planning or other related area, supple¬mented by some professional planning experience; or an equivalent combi¬nation of training and experience
• Considerable knowledge of the various regulations, legislation and legal frameworks that regulate planning, development and affordable housing
• Sound knowledge of analytical and research techniques in planning
• Ability to perform in a high-functioning team environment, deliver excellent customer service, and establish and maintain effective communication with applicable authorities and non-government organizations (NGOs)
• Experience in data modeling, architectural sketching, graphic software, and public engagement is considered an asset

Required Certifications/Licenses 

Candidates must have the following valid and current certifications/licenses (must be valid at the time the posting closes) and these must be attached with your application. 

• BC Class 5 (full privilege) Driver’s License. You must include with your application a current Personal Driving Record (select the 5-year option if obtaining online) that has been obtained within 6 months of the closing date. To obtain a copy of your Personal Driving Record, please contact ICBC directly or the driving authority where you reside. Please note that a copy of your Driver’s License and the Driver. Factor Report will not be accepted.
• Membership or eligibility for membership in the Planning Institute of British Columbia

Applications without the attached required documents above will be deemed incomplete and may not be considered. Please title your attachments with the number of this competition and have these documents ready to upload when you apply.

Apply Now

Visit tol.ca/careers to apply for this exciting career opportunity in a growing community. The Township of Langley is an equal opportunity employer.

We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview