Planner I

Planner I

Full-time Unionized Job Vacancy
Competition #26-09:
PLANNER I (2-YEAR TERM POSITION)

POSITION TITLE :       
Planner I

DEPARTMENT :          
Development Services

HOURS OF WORK : 
Full-time, 35 hours per week, 2-year term

POSTING DATE:        
Thursday, June 4, 2026

CLOSING DATE:        
4 p.m. Thursday, June 25, 2026

HOURLY RATE:         
$40.19 (2025)

Surrounded by mountain ranges and beautiful lakes and rivers, Smithers is a true northern gem. The town has a population of around 5,400 and is a service hub for the surrounding region comprised of approximately 15,000 people.

Residents enjoy four seasons of recreational activities; including a ski hill within half an hour of  town, world-class fishing, backcountry and cross-country skiing, hunting, golfing and alpine trails  for hiking and horseback riding, along with a lively music scene, boutique shopping, an art gallery  and museum, an aquatic centre, and numerous family-friendly activities. 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
The Planner provides professional Planning services for the Town of Smithers and works  collaboratively with homeowners, developers, and the public to provide information on Town  bylaws, processes, and initiatives. They will also provide advice and make recommendations to  Council on a variety of projects and applications. 

Qualifications include:

• Undergraduate degree in Community Planning
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

PERKS AND BENEFITS:
The Town of Smithers offers a competitive wage ($40.19/hr), comprehensive benefits package, Municipal Pension Plan, and 15 days of paid vacation for the first year worked.

Further information, including a complete job description, is available on the Town of Smithers website: 

Testing may be required during the interview process. Testing will be based on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and qualifications outlined in the job descriptions.

Qualified candidates may forward their application package including cover letter, resume and three references, quotingCompetition #26-09, no later than 4:00 p.m., Thursday June 25, 2026, to:

Human Resources Confidential:
Competition 26-09 
Town of Smithers
Box 879, 1027 Aldous Street
Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 
View email address on civicjobs.ca

The Town of Smithers thanks all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Town of Smithers is an equal opportunity employer committed to establishing an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

JOB DESCRIPTION