2025-169; Planner 2 - #193856

This is planning work at the professional level, working in the Development organizational unit. An employee of this class applies specialized knowledge and social, economic and physical data to major planning projects involving complex problems and often politically sensitive issues. An incumbent will lead major planning projects and development applications. The successful candidate will be tasked with implementing significant City policy including the Official Community Plan, Local Area Plans, Sustainability Strategies, Rental Use Zoning, Tenant Assistance and Climate Action. The incumbent works within a team under the supervision of a Development Manager, to review and prepare complex current development proposals related to residential, commercial, and mixed-use rezoning applications; consults with applicants and advisers; liaises with other departments, citizens' groups and standing committees; prepares final reports for submission to Council. Oversees and participates in the work of professional and/or technical staff engaged in major planning projects relating to land use, transportation, zoning, urban design or similar. Appears before lay groups and the public to convey information regarding the Municipality's planning programs; may be required to chair meetings and attend City Council meetings, Committees of Council meetings and other civic and outside meetings to represent the department and make presentations and answer questions. Prepares comprehensive planning reports for submission to supervisors, boards and commissions, and the Municipal Council. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include Master's Degree in Planning or related discipline with considerable professional experience in urban or regional planning; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and objectives of urban and regional planning, as well as municipal land use policy and provincial land use regulation. Ability to express ideas effectively orally and in a written or graphic manner. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, professionals and the public, and to transmit clearly the principles and requirements of sound planning and development. Membership or eligibility for membership in the Planning Institute of British Columbia or the Canadian Institute of Planners is required.

This is a Temporary Full Time position until May 31, 2026.

The closing date for this competition has been extended until it is filled. New applications are welcome!

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

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 at www.burnaby.ca/careers.

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

We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.