Planner - Casual

Job No: DLC139
Location: Lake Country, BC

 

Casual Term Vacancy

 

About the Opportunity

The District of Lake Country has an exciting opportunity for a Planner (up to 35 hours per week) based in Lake Country, BC. This is a casual term position for approximately 6 months.

Reporting to the Manager of Planning (Long Range) and Manager of Current Planning you will provide research, analytical, report writing, presentation services respecting policy development, land use planning projects, and land use applications. 

 Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Formulating policies respecting the development of land which are articulated in a variety of planning documents including Official Community Plans;
  • Preparing land use planning studies utilizing a variety of formats;
  • Working collaboratively with District staff to make submissions to Council and other affected public and private agencies, and with committees and above named groups respecting land use in the  community.
  • Preparing correspondence in relation to public enquiries, development applications;
  • Performing other related duties as required.

More About You

To qualify for this role, you must have a minimum of a diploma in Planning (or equivalent) and a minimum of three years’ work experience in Planning. Additionally, you will be a member or be eligible for membership in the Planning Institute of BC. A valid British Columbia Driver’s License, Class 5 is required.

As our ideal candidate, you have strong communication and presentation skills. You have thorough knowledge of related Acts and Regulations and the planning process in British Columbia. You have demonstrated organizational, problem solving, research and writing.

Above all, we value a collaborative attitude, fostering positive working relationships with staff and tactfully conveying information and policies to the public.

 About the Benefits

  • You will receive a competitive salary of $47.61 per hour (2025 wage rate). More qualified candidates could be compensated at senior position based on education and experience to the satisfaction of the District;
  • You will also receive 17.4% in lieu of all benefits;
  • A collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work culture;
  • Remote work may be available for the right candidate.

For a detailed job description, and more information about Lake Country please visit the District’s website at www.lakecountry.bc.ca.

Applications will be received

Until 4:00 pm on March 26th, 2026

APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED THROUGH OUR WEBSITE AT                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  WWW.LAKECOUNTRY.BC.CA

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The District of Lake Country is committed to being an equal opportunity employer who embraces and respects diversity. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting hr@lakecountry.bc.ca

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About Us

Situated within the unceded territory of squilx”/syilx (Okanagan) peoples, Lake Country is a vibrant community of approximately 15,000 citizens and is located in the heart of the rapidly growing Okanagan Valley. Lake Country is less than a half hour drive from downtown Kelowna and mere minutes to beautiful orchards, wineries, farms and the serenity of the Okanagan lakes. Lake Country is in close proximity to the Kelowna International Airport and the University of British Columbia – Okanagan. Residents enjoy hot summers and temperate winters with boundless opportunities for year-round recreation – from water sports to cycling, golfing, skiing, hiking and much more. If you are searching to relocate to a community that truly has it all, join our team and experience ‘Life. The Okanagan Way!’
District of Lake Country