Temporary Part Time Position
Approximately one year
Saanich is seeking an experienced Environmental Planning Officer to join the Environmental Services Section as part of a team dedicated to protecting the function of natural systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and monitoring municipal policies and bylaws relating to stream stewardship, habitat protection and ecosystem planning; and reviewing private and municipal developments in relation to environmental policies, guidelines, and best practices.
Qualified candidates will have comprehensive knowledge of Provincial and Federal environmental legislation, regulations, policy and guidelines; an understanding of municipal bylaws pertaining to subdivision, zoning and development; and demonstrated ability to develop new management policies including municipal bylaws.
Requirements include an undergraduate degree in environmental studies, biology or ecology; two years of experience in environmental policy and planning including ecosystem management, preferably in a local government setting; and a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence. The successful candidate will be required to work Wednesday, 1:00 – 4:30 p.m., Thursday and Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., 17.5 hours per week.
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This is a C.U.P.E. Local 2011 position with a wage of $39.35 per hour plus 13% in lieu of benefits. Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca. Please apply by end of day FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2015 quoting competition 210.15 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. |
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| Location: | Victoria, BC |
| Profession(s): | Planning & Development Environmental Services |
| Date Posted: | Thursday, October 22, 2015 at 2:05:25 PM (PST) |
| Posting Expires: | Friday, November 13, 2015 at 11:45:00 PM (PST) |