The District of Saanich is seeking an experienced Planning Technician to join our Current Planning team. The successful candidate will be a professional who is self-motivated and detail oriented with a focus on customer service. Skill sets will include a practical knowledge of planning principles; a comprehensive and technical understanding of land-use/zoning and building bylaws, provincial and municipal legislation; excellent research and analytical skills; proficiency with GIS and graphic programs; and effective written and verbal communication skills.
The successful candidate may be called upon to undertake a wide variety of technical and administrative tasks related to the review and processing of documents in support of applications for building permit, sign permit, business licence, rezoning, development permit, development variance permit, subdivision, and Board of Variance. The Planning Technician is proficient in cross-referencing building plans with applicable zoning bylaws, related municipal policies, and provincial legislation to ensure compliance. The Planning Technician will also complete GIS mapping and analysis; prepare graphics and other visual communication materials; write planning reports and correspondence; and respond accurately to a variety of planning inquiries from the public and development community.
Requirements include a university degree in planning or related field and three years related experience preferably in a local government setting. Candidates with a Technical Diploma from a recognized institution in architectural, building technology, or planning or an equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience will be considered. We are seeking proficiency with GIS and design programs including Bluebeam Revu, AutoCad, In-Design, Illustrator, Photoshop and other 3D modelling software.
The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (35 hours per week) with flex days and a possibility of a modified work schedule. Occasional work from home is available depending on work assignments.
As a component of the selection process, testing will be conducted.