The City of West Kelowna is a vibrant, growing city located on the west shores of beautiful Okanagan Lake. Our employees consistently achieve remarkable results in a fast paced and innovative environment. If you are a motivated and dynamic individual and thrive as being part of an enthusiastic team, please consider this opportunity to join us for a one year term position as a Planner I.

The incumbent will accept, review and assess land use applications, assist in the preparation of a wide variety of planning projects and development applications and coordinate approvals with other departments and government agencies. This position will also assemble analyze and interpret statistical, demographic, environmental, and other data for planning purposes. The successful candidate will provide exceptional customer service by responding to public/counter inquiries.

A minimum of 2 years experience in a related position and extensive knowledge of local land use policies and regulations as well as provincial and federal legislation related to planning is required. Completion of a 2 year diploma in Planning Technology is a requirement along with basic graphic and mapping skills.

This is a full time temporary position for approximately 1 year, 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, offers an hourly rate of $32.17 along with an attractive benefit package and municipal pension plan. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity with a progressive municipal government, please forward your application by email to City of West Kelowna no later than 4:30, Monday, November 2nd, 2015.