PO 27R - Island Planner

The Team
The Islands Trust is a special purpose government located in Coast Salish territory, with a mandate to preserve and protect over 450 islands in the Salish Sea through land use planning, environmental advocacy, and conservation. The organization works closely with First Nations and partner agencies, and is governed by a 26-member Trust Council made up of locally elected trustees who work together to guide policies and decisions across the Islands Trust Area.

The Role
The Island Planner leads and delivers planning work that supports one or more Local Trust Committees, working closely with community groups, partner agencies, and First Nations across the Islands Trust area. Reporting to a Regional Planning Manager, this role manages planning projects from start to finish, processes planning applications and referrals, and represents Local Planning Services in public meetings and professional forums. The Island Planner brings a strong commitment to inclusive community engagement, respectful relationship-building, and reconciliation-focused practices in all aspects of their work.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• A Graduate Degree in Land Use Planning or a related field such as Geography or Environmental Science.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the land use planning field, preferably within a local government context.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid driver’s license.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preference will be given to applicants with:

• BC local government experience.
• Experience with relevant legislation and policies applicable to planning.
• Experience with planning theory and best practices, particularly as they apply to rural community planning.
• Experience working with First Nations on planning issues.
• Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners and eligibility for PIBC registration.
• Experience leading an OCP review and processing complex rezoning applications.
• Experience managing third-party contracts and budgets within project parameters.

Provisos

• Some overnight travel is a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Islands Trust.
• Travel for meetings and projects may be required.
• Must be willing to work overtime, including some evenings and weekends.

For questions regarding this position, please contact rjamurat@islandstrust.bc.ca.

About this Position:
1 Position available.
This position is part time (35 hours bi-weekly).
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
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A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
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