City of Burnaby

The goal of the City of Burnaby and its employees is to consistently deliver first class service and services to our community.  With this in mind, we hire people who share the same passion, those with the drive and determination to grow with and contribute to our already exceptional team.  People like you!

As a Planner 1 within our Neighbourhood Planning and Urban Design Division, you will have the opportunity to work within a dynamic team on a wide range of projects such as development of new community plans and related land use policy, urban design and development guidelines, and master plan development applications. The role would suit an individual with a background and interest in urban design and city-building, with experience developing policy, assembling and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, communicating complex planning ideas both written and graphically, working with interdisciplinary teams, and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Your main focus in this role will be providing technical and graphical support, analyzing and interpreting data, and developing recommendations to ensure high-quality planning outcomes across various projects. 

Responsibilities for this role include:

• Design/planning tasks: support the development of preliminary planning and design concepts and recommendations to support neighbourhood planning processes, development applications, Zoning Bylaw updates, and related land use policy;
• Data Analysis: assemble, analyze, interpret, and present social, economic, and physical research data as it applies to the development of neighbourhood plans, land use policy, development plans, and other related general planning programs;
• Reporting tasks: writing and graphically contributing to neighbourhood plans and policy documents, Council and Committee reports and presentations;
• Support planning and development projects across the Department from an urban design perspective;
• Support the review and coordination of referrals;
• Interface with  a  variety  of  internal  and  external  contacts  including  Departmental officials,  government  officials, developers, and the public;
• Support the planning and delivery of public engagement processes and,
• Other related work as required.

Knowledge and Capabilities:

• Comprehensive understanding of land use and development processes, and applicable government regulations;
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and objectives of urban and regional planning;
• Sound knowledge of the current literature, trends and developments in the areas of specialization;
• Ability to perform moderately complex technical research and analysis, and prepare reports and presentations thereon;
• Proficient in applying urban design principles in relation to the development and evaluation of neighbourhood plans and development projects;
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to express ideas effectively both orally and in a written and graphical manner;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365. Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite, ArcGis Urban and other relevant mapping/design programs is desirable;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with other employees, professionals and the public as necessitated by work assignments;
• Ability to exercise consistent judgment and creativity in dealing with a variety of planning matters, problems and projects;
• Ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines; and,
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team in moving forward assignments and/or projects in a timely and efficient manner.

Education and Experience:

• Master’s Degree in Planning or related design/development discipline;
• Membership or eligibility for membership in the Planning Institute of British Columbia or Canadian Institute of Planners is desirable;
• Experience related to the duties and responsibilities of the position; and,
• Equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Please apply online by November 10, 2023 via https://tre.tbe.taleo.net/tre01/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CITYBURNABY&cws=1&rid=5950

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.

At the City of Burnaby, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce that authentically mirrors the vibrant community we proudly serve. We consistently embrace diversity and endeavor to build an inclusive workforce that celebrates the richness of our community. We warmly welcome applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to join us in shaping a more vibrant and equitable future together.

Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.