The Planner contributes to the effective operation of the Planning Department through the managing of current planning applications, contributing to the creation and update of RDN development bylaws and communicating to the public on a variety of planning bylaws, policies and regulations. This position provides direction and support to the Current Planning Department by assisting team members in their duties, as required, to meet service expectations, departmental goals and objectives
Qualifications include an undergraduate degree specializing in land development/planning or related field, plus six (6) years prior job-related experience or a master’s degree in planning with three (3) years experience in a professional planning position. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. Candidates must be eligible for membership in PIBC. A valid Class 5 Drivers Licence is required.
This is a temporary full-time (35 hours per week) Union position, for 12 months, with the possibility of ending early or extension based on the operational needs of the department. The (2025) rate of pay is $45.66 to $48.06 per hour plus 12.4% in lieu of benefits including vacation and statutory holidays, or the uninterrupted continuation of their benefits package as provided for in the Collective Agreement between the Regional District of Nanaimo and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 401.