Planner

Planner

Employment Type: Regular Full-Time
Pay Grade: PG 28 $53.70 - $63.45
Hours of Work: 0830-1630
Competition Number: 2026-41
Closing Date: July 29, 2026 at 4:30pm

The City of White Rock - where every wave of talent helps shape our City by the sea. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to promoting and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our teams.

The City of White Rock is a unique, ocean-side community of 23,000 citizens located half an hour south of Vancouver on the shore of Semiahmoo Bay and is known for its sunny weather, expansive beach, historic pier, delightful restaurants, and sense of community.

Overview
The Planning and Development Services Department seeks a Planner to join their team. The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team of professionals while supporting large, City-building projects, including updates to the Official Community Plan, the implementation of the City’s Affordable Housing Strategy , and other emerging projects.

Reporting to the Manager of Planning, this unionized position will primarily be responsible for managing development applications for a broad range of development applications of varying complexity. The Planner will be involved in supporting Development Information Meetings and presenting applications to the Advisory Design Panel and the Board of Variance, in addition to supporting presentations to the Housing Advisory Committee, and to Council. The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, and the ability to independently manage multiple assignments.

Qualifications

• University graduation in an appropriate discipline, plus a post graduate degree in Community or Regional Planning or related area; 
• A minimum of three to five years directly related experience in municipal or regional planning, managing projects and complex applications or reports, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and directly related experience; 
• Current membership or eligibility for membership with the Planning Institute of British Columbia and/or the Canadian Institute of Planners;

Requirements

• Experience with GIS and data management systems; experience with Tempest / Prospero an asset;
• Proficiency with graphic software tools (AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Adobe Creative Suite) is desirable;
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint);
• Considerable knowledge of planning practices and principles, particularly in an urban context;
• Considerable knowledge of the legal framework for decision-making in British Columbia including, but not limited to, provincial planning law and the relationship between an Official Community Plan, zoning bylaw and other municipal regulatory controls;
• Sound knowledge of research techniques and the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data and submit conclusions and recommendations in a clear and concise manner;
• Strong control of the English language (e.g., spelling, grammar, punctuation, etc.) and ability to prepare well written reports, with compelling / rationalized arguments, and clear recommendations that draw from planning principles, local policy, technical concepts and related materials;
• Ability to manage project tasks from initiation to completion, including work planning, timelines, coordination, stakeholder engagement activities, and delivery of assigned project outcomes;
• Ability to exercise consistent judgement and creativity in dealing with a variety of planning matters;
• Ability to coordinate technical input on development applications and, where required, proactively resolve issues of conflict so as to facilitate a coherent understanding of local expectations;
• Ability to maintain files, records, reports, and related material with detail and accuracy;
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively while providing outstanding customer service to the public, Council, and City staff regarding planning policy, regulations, processes and related matters;
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while dealing with contentious matters and difficult customers and ability to apply conflict management skills when necessary;
• Ability to work well with others and to make a positive contribution to a team environment;
• Possess and maintain a valid BC Class 5 driver’s license with a safe driving record.

The City is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to promoting and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our teams and a more vibrant community starts with you! If your experience and education have prepared you for success in this role and you are committed to working in a manner that supports a respectful, healthy, and safe environment, please submit a cover letter and resume online at