Park Planner / Designer – District of Saanich – Victoria, BC

Regular Full Time Position

The District of Saanich, located in the Greater Victoria area on Vancouver Island, encompasses a diverse and extensive park and trail system with more than 160 parks, 825 hectares of parkland, and 100 km of trails.  Saanich values its parks and the contribution they make to the quality of life for residents.

The Parks Division is seeking a dynamic and motivated professional to work as a Park Planner / Designer to participate in the planning, design, and development of Saanich parks, trails and public spaces.

The ideal candidate will possess a University Degree in Landscape Architecture, Geography, Engineering, Architecture, or similar related field to planning; four years of directly related experience in park planning and design; eligibility for membership in the Canadian Institute of Planning and/or the B.C. Society of Landscape Architects; training or experience in research, statistical analysis, AutoCad programs, computer graphics and presentations; possession of a valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s Licence and a personal vehicle for use as and when required.

This is a C.U.P.E. Local 2011 position with a wage of $39.35 per hour with an excellent benefits package. Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca. Please apply by end of day FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2015 quoting competition 144.15 to: Human Resources, District of Saanich, 770 Vernon Avenue, Victoria, BC, V8X 2W7 (Fax 250-475-5550) or Email careers@saanich.ca.  In addition to the interview process, testing will be conducted.  We thank all applicants for applying. Only those under consideration will be contacted.

Location: Victoria, BC
Profession(s): Parks & Recreation
Date Posted: Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at 10:22:40 AM (PST)
Posting Expires: Friday, July 17, 2015 at 11:45:00 PM (PST)

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