PLANNER 1 – COMMUNITY PLANNING
Regular Full Time and Temporary Full Time (18 months)
About Us
One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local community. As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre. We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you!
About You / What We Are Looking For
The City of Coquitlam is hiring a regular-full time and up to two temporary full-time Planner 1’s in the Community Planning Division to support key planning initiatives.
As part of the Community Planning team, this Planner 1 position will be a key team member involved in city-building through the development of long-range planning policies, such as the Official Community Plan and neighbourhood plans. This includes aligning and integrating land use policy with transportation, environment, urban design, zoning, and more. You will research and analyze land use trends and support the development of land use and long range policies that respond to emerging community needs.
This position will work closely with internal departments, external interest holders, and community organizations. Additionally, you will provide technical expertise, conduct research and policy analysis, prepare reports and other materials for Council and senior management, participate in public engagement, work in a collaborative team environment, and contribute to policy development that enhances community livability.
If you are also interested in being considered for candidacy for the temporary full-time Planner 1 position on the Community Planning team, please indicate this in your cover letter.
Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a minimum of three years of progressive experience in the planning field, including municipal government, consulting, or related sectors. You will have a strong foundation in municipal land use planning, data and policy analysis, and community engagement.
Eligibility for membership in the BC or Canadian Institute of Planners is required.
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional capable of managing multiple projects, conducting research, analyzing data, and effectively communicating with a diverse range of interest holders. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to collaborate with internal and external partners, and a proven ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues, consultants, and the public are essential for success in this role.
Preferred Qualifications
A university degree in Community or Regional Planning, Urban Studies, or Community Development is preferred.
Experience in housing, recent legislation changes, and other social issues is considered an asset.
Proven policy development and implementation experience in the following fields will be considered an asset:
- Official Community Plan and Neighbourhood Plan reviews and updates
- Housing affordability, childcare, and social policy development
- Development planning and regulatory processes
- Public participation, community engagement, and consultation processes
- Collaboration with community advisory committees and interest holder groups
What We Offer:
This CUPE position has an hourly rate range of $51.87 - $61.29 per hour (2025 rates). The rate of pay is based on a variety of factors including qualifications, knowledge, experience and skills.
You will have the chance to join a growing and diverse team dedicated to supporting the local community, and be able to engage in variety of learning and development opportunities. Additionally, there is an opportunity to participate in an earned day off program. This position is based in Coquitlam with some flexible, hybrid work options available. The City offers an attractive vacation and extended benefits package, including the ability to contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan.
Accessibility / Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Coquitlam is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer working towards enhancing equitable practices in our recruitment and retention processes. As an organization we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment to support our growing and diverse work force. To learn more about what equity, diversity, and inclusion means, and the City’s efforts in support of these principles, please visit coquitlam.ca/edi for more information.
If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please contact our team for confidential support. Staff can also provide in-person support if required.
Applicants under consideration will be required to undergo a police information check and vulnerable sector check (with no adverse reports).
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Please apply online at www.coquitlam.ca/careers by 11:55 pm on April 6, 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.