Planning Assistant III - Community Transportation Branch

Requisition ID: 43906 

Organization

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and engaging workplace.  Working at the City of Vancouver and within the public service can be a rewarding career where you play a key role in ensuring impartial and equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and addressing the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.

Main Purpose and Function
The Planning Assistant III is responsible for supporting public and stakeholder engagement on transportation planning and design projects. The position provides graphic design and professional support to members of the branch. The position also provides assistance with engagement on a broad range of topics such as bus priority, complete streets, protected bike lanes, greenways, and parking policy.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares graphic material and written content for transportation projects, reports and presentations
• Assists with public and stakeholder engagement by booking venues, speakers, catering, and supplies; distributing materials to the public; and taking notes at events
• Collects, codes and analyzes survey feedback and summarizes for internal and external audiences
• Responds to technical, written or oral enquiries from other departments and the public
• Maintains and updates records and files
• Researches, collects data and prepares analysis which forms the basis for decisions and recommendations by the Community Transportation team
• Conducts and compiles policy research to support the planning process
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned 

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent, supplemented by courses in Planning or Public Policy, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Experience in supporting public and stakeholder engagement 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Sound knowledge of layout work, report design and reproduction and of graphical presentation of statistical data and planning projects
• Sound knowledge of transportation planning and design concepts, standards, and guidelines from agencies such as the Transportation Association of Canada (TAC), National Association of Transportation Officials (NACTO), and other relevant bodies
• Strong use of software applications such as Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Excellent research and analysis skills
• Ability to read and interpret transportation plans and specifications
• Ability to establish relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to exercise professionalism, discretion and tact
• Ability to perform moderately difficult statistical survey and analysis work
• Ability to prioritize and organize work, handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines
• Ability to meet transportation requirements.

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work a hybrid work week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: August, 2025 

Position End Date: May, 2027 

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-021: $37.20 to $43.78 per hour

Application Close: July 20, 2025

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion. 

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