District of Saanich

The District of Saanich is seeking an experienced Senior Transportation 
Planner to join our team of professionals within the Transportation and 
Development Services Division of the Engineering Department.  This 
strategic role is accountable for working across the organization on the 
development of medium and long-range land use plans and multi-modal 
transportation infrastructure plans. The Senior Transportation Planner will 
liaise with external agencies for the planning and review of major capital 
projects and assist with the implementation of the actions identified in the 
Active Transportation Plan. This position provides in-house technical 
expertise at a professional level, while providing customer focused service.   

The ideal candidate thrives in an environment where attention to detail is 
essential and deadlines are met. Candidates must possess excellent 
communication skills, strong project management skills and the ability to 
build positive relationships.  Effective time management skills and the ability 
to problem solve in a changing work environment are equally important.  
The individual will be team focused, able to work collaboratively with a 
diverse group of stakeholders to achieve planning and departmental 
objectives.  

Requirements include a Master’s Degree in Planning or a related discipline; 
six years progressive experience in the field of transportation planning or 
related profession, preferably in a municipal environment and membership 
in the Canadian Institute of Planners. Candidates with an equivalent 
combination of education and experience may be considered.

This is a C.U.P.E. Local 2011 position with a wage of $59.79 per hour 
and an excellent benefits package.  

Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca.  

Please apply via our website by 11:45 p.m. November 7, 2024 quoting competition 24285.  

As a component of the selection process, testing will be conducted.  

We thank all applicants for applying. Only those under consideration will be 
contacted.