Planner III (Rezoning Centre)

Requisition ID: 42900

Organization

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world's most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

Main Purpose and Function

This is a senior professional position responsible for advanced, complex city planning work. The incumbent leads a staff team responsible for managing rezoning applications and major projects city-wide, and supporting the supervision of the Rezoning Centre. The position oversees the analysis and evaluation of land use and development proposals and brings those applications forward for consideration by the Vancouver City Council.

The current focus is on rezoning, however knowledge in policy and implementation is also expected.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Directly supervises a staff team responsible for the analysis, evaluation and coordination of rezoning applications through a multi-departmental review.
• Communicates with a broad range of stakeholders including other COV divisions/departments, applicants, consultants, business groups, other levels of government, as well as community members and residents.
• Facilitation, problem resolution and mentoring. Exercises independent judgment in conceptualizing project work, developing and managing work programs, and supervising staff.
• Writes and edits Council reports,
• Consults and engages with public.
• Presents to the City Council and the public.
• Provides guidance and direction to staff managing case files that involve multiple policy objectives such as land use and development requirements, heritage retention, affordable housing, landscape, environmental and sustainability goals, as well as the consideration of community benefits.
• Develops and assesses land use policy, including rezoning policy and district schedules.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

• A university degree in urban planning or a related discipline with extensive and progressive municipal experience at a professional level (minimum of 10 years of experience is preferred); or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with and knowledge of City of Vancouver land use policy and regulatory frameworks is required.
• Membership or eligibility for membership in the Planning Institute of British Columbia is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge in all of the following areas is highly desired:
• Land use regulation and policy in a multi-stakeholder environment.
• Scoping and developing work programs and managing complex projects and public processes.
• Preparing and presenting reports which clearly communicate complex ideas to audiences that do not possess technical expertise.
• Ability to lead and participate on teams involving diverse interest groups using facilitation, conflict resolution and interest-based mediation skills to achieve mutually agreeable solutions.
• Managing and mentoring staff for greater responsibilities.
• Working in a changing environment, while delivering complex projects within performance targets and deadlines.
• Ability to meet transportation requirements

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 - 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite. At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Planning, Urban Design & Sustainability (1275)

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Position Start Date: February, 2025

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-034: $63.84 to $75.51 per hour

Application Close: January 19, 2025

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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