Located in the south-central region of B.C., the Regional District Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) covers an area over 10,400 km2 and is renowned for its orchards, vineyards and golf courses, as well as its widely varied landscape including deserts, mountains and valleys.

Reporting to the Planning Supervisor, the Planning Technician is responsible for the performance of technical planning services including processing development applications and providing customer service to internal and external clients.

Qualifications will include:

2 year diploma in planning or a related discipline.
A minimum of 2 years related experience.
Working knowledge of standard planning, building and subdivision procedures and methods, local land use Plans, Bylaws, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of provincial, municipal, and Regional District legislation as it relates to local land use planning.
Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel). Experience with mapping software would be considered an asset.
Ability to work independently and efficiently with limited supervision.
Ability to communicate in a courteous and tactful manner.
Ability to work on a number of concurrent tasks with deadline pressures.
Ability to work evenings and weekends on occasion.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with discretion and integrity.
Valid BC Driver’s License.

This regular full-time position is included in the BCGEU bargaining unit. Bi-weekly wages for the position are $30.93 per hour plus an attractive fringe benefit package.