Looking for an exciting summer job in BC’s beautiful Shuswap?  Come join our team where you’ll be given the opportunity to develop and improve your skills for future employment, while enjoying a lifestyle that blends outdoor recreational opportunities and diverse cultural activities.

The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) is now accepting applications for a full-time summer student position based out of its Salmon Arm, BC offices.  The student will work primarily with Development Services staff and sometimes GIS staff on a variety of projects and tasks including:

Analysing and interpreting property data (land use, building type etc.) and reviewing existing zoning bylaws and Official Community Plans that will be used in the creation of new zoning bylaws in the Shuswap area of the CSRD;
Conducting land use verification in the field as required;
Assisting Development Services staff with public open houses;
Attending internal and public planning meetings; and
Performing other Planning-related duties as required.

Qualifications:

Ideal candidates for this position will:

be enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution (full-time or part-time) in a discipline relevant to the position;
be returning to school (full-time or part-time) at the end of the period of employment;
have experience using GIS and MS Office software (including Excel) ;
have a knowledge of land use planning;
have the ability to work independently;
have strong analytical and organization skills;
have strong interpersonal skills; and
hold a valid Driver’s Licence.

This position is from early May to late August 2015, with hours of work being Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and is subject to the provisions of the Collective Agreement negotiated between the CSRD and CUPE Local 1908.