Senior Planner Municipality: City of Abbotsford This posting closed on April 18, 2024 at 4:30 PM Job ID: J0324-1409 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying) Department: Planning & Development Services Job Description: The City of Abbotsford is currently offering an exciting opportunity in our Development Planning Department for a dynamic, self-motivated Senior Planner with proven leadership skills. As an integral team player, you will be part of achieving the vision for the City of Abbotsford to be the most sustainable, livable, and prosperous City in British Columbia. Duties: You will apply specialized knowledge of land use policies, bylaws, guidelines and urban design to review complex Official Community Plan and rezoning and development applications. You will take a leadership role in shaping the applications, and this includes significant new projects. In conducting this work, you will represent the City in negotiations for amenities, review and evaluate submitted studies and information from consultants, provide recommendations on improvement to site planning and design, and participate in public engagement processes. You will recommend and draft bylaw amendments and interpret applicable bylaws. You will also provide various planning groups, committees and Council with technical and professional expertise and guidance, prepare Council reports and present proposals for Council consideration and answer questions, and supervise technical and/or professional staff. Attendance at evening Council, committee and public meetings may be required. Are you up for the challenge of joining our team of highly motivated professionals to build the future success of Abbotsford through key partnerships of stakeholders, including the development industry? If so, we want to hear from you! Educational Requirements: To be considered for this position you will have: • A Masters in Urban Planning, or a combination of experience and undergraduate degree in a related field(s); • A minimum of eight (8) years of development planning experience preferably with a local government or the private development industry; • Membership or eligibility for membership in the Planning Institute of B.C. or the Canadian Institute of Planners; and • Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and laws applicable to the planning profession. Salary: The salary range for this position is $118,518 - $139,867 per year. Additional Information: At the City of Abbotsford, we work strongly to create a challenging and rewarding environment for our employees to thrive. We offer ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package. Web Address: www.abbotsford.ca/careers Address: City of Abbotsford 32315 South Fraser Way Abbotsford BC V2T 1W7 E-mail: careers@abbotsford.ca Fax: 604-864-5541 Opening Date: April 4, 2024 08:30 AM Closing Date: April 18, 2024 04:30 PM Back