Islands Trust

Position is based primarily in our Salt Spring Island office. There may be an opportunity to telework (with some conditions) as set out in applicable employer policies.

Must be willing to work overtime, including some evenings and weekends.

Must have valid BC drivers license.

This position is excluded from union membership.

An eligibility list may be established.

Your skills, confidence and initiative will be valued in this challenging role

Located in Coast Salish territory, the Islands Trust is a federated body responsible for protecting the unique amenities and environment of 13 major gulf islands and more than 450 smaller islands and surrounding waters in the southern Strait of Georgia and Howe Sound. Created by the Province via the Islands Trust Act, Islands Trust plans and regulates local land use, advocates on key environmental issues impacting the area, and protects land through the Islands Trust Conservancy. Islands Trust works closely with other government agencies and First Nations to accomplish its mandate. The Islands Trust is comprised of 16 distinct corporate entities: the Trust Council, 13 Local Trust Committees (LTC), one municipality and the Trust Fund Board.

There is a Local Trust Committee (LTC) for each island or group of islands designated as a local trust area under the Island Trust Act.  Comprised of locally elected trustees and one Executive Committee member, a LTC is responsible for land-use planning and regulation for its area of jurisdiction. As such, its responsibilities include preparation and adoption of an Official Community Plan, comprehensive land use bylaws, regulation of soil removal and deposit, and authorization of certain Local Government Act permits.

Each Regional Office is a stand-alone work unit providing planning and regulatory services to a geographical area. The Regional Planning Manager (RPM) ensures the work unit’s organizational effectiveness. The RPM leads the work unit in day-to-day operations including program and financial management, supervision of staff and program evaluation.

The RPM provides senior planning advice regarding the delivery of planning services to local trust committees in the Trust area.  As a senior planning professional, the RPM advises LTCs on emerging policy and regulatory issues and consults with the Director of Planning Services to establish strategic direction and initiatives for LTCs.

The RPM is also responsible for the development of confidential policy initiatives for the benefit of both Trust Council and the LTCs.  An RPM may also process complex development applications with the assistance of team planners and provide assistance and advice to all planning positions.

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

On November 1, 2021 the BC Public Service announced the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19.  Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required.  It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service.  More information can be found here.

 

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile.  For specific position related enquiries, please contact aeddy@islandstrust.bc.ca. DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS. 

For more information about how to create or update your profile and how to submit your application, please refer to the Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are still experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible to assist you.

Please APPLY here: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/90185

NOTE: Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.

 

Job Requirements:
In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined below: 

• A graduate degree in planning or another relevant field such as geography or environmental science
• At least five years’ experience in the planning field, with demonstrable responsible planning experience with local government
• Demonstrated supervisory and or management experience
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered 

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• BC local government experience
• Experience working with First Nations on planning issues
• Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners
• Experience leading an OCP review and processing rezoning applications 

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting. 
 
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Cover letter required: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume required: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES (BASIC) - As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a basic questionnaire