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Township of LangleyPlanner 1Competition Number: 26-U077Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time(from approximately August 31, 2026 to December 31, 2027)Pay Rate: $50.13 - $59.23 per hour (5 steps, 2024 rates) plus 13.5% in lieu of benefitsHours of Work: 35 hours per week; Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pmCompetition Opening Date: July 9, 2026 Competition Internal Closing Date: July 17, 2026Competition External ClosingDate: July 23, 2026Job OverviewThe Township of Langley is currently recruiting for a temporary full-time Planner 1 (from approximately August 31, 2026 to December 31, 2027) to join our team of professionals in the Community Development Division, Development Planning Department. Reporting to the Manager, Development Planning, in this unionized position you will take on a wide range of development planning responsibilities, including reviewing urban and rural issues, and processing rezoning, subdivision, ALR, and development permit applications. This position will appeal to applicants who can provide informed advice and interpretation on land development projects, demonstrate excellent communication skills, and are committed to supporting a strong, well-balanced community.Responsibilities Conduct detailed analysis of rezoning and other development applications for conformance to overall development goals, design guidelines and bylaws Draft, interpret, amend and consolidate bylaws and prepare reports to Council as required Liaise with various internal/external contacts on land development, design guidelines and planning trends Answer enquiries and provide information to other departments and the public on planning, zoning, land use and related matters Attend and participate in meetings, representing Development Planning and provide technical and professional guidance on policies, goals, objectives, regulations, and bylaws as required Perform related work as requiredQualifications University graduation in an appropriate discipline, plus a post graduate degree in Community or Regional Planning or related area, supplemented by some professional planning experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience Considerable knowledge of the practices, principles, techniques and methods used in urban planning Considerable knowledge of the regulations, policies, bylaws and legislation related to community development Considerable knowledge of economics, municipal finances and sociology as applied to urban planning Sound knowledge of analytical and research techniques and current trends in municipal planning Ability to exercise consistent judgement and creativity in dealing with a variety of planning matters Ability to maintain effective communication with internal/external contacts and related agencies Experience working in a municipal environment is considered an assetRequired Certifications/LicensesCandidates must have the following valid and current certifications/licenses (must be valid at the time the posting closes) and these must be attached with your application. BC Class 5 (full privilege) Driver?s License. You must include with your application a current Personal Driving Record (select the 5-year option if obtaining online) that has been obtained within 6 months of the closing date. To obtain a copy of your Personal Driving Record, please contact ICBC directly or the driving authority where you reside. Please note that a copy of your Driver?s License and the Driver Factor Report will not be accepted. Membership or eligibility for membership in the Planning Institute of British Columbia or the Canadian Institute of PlannersApplications without the attached required documents above will be deemed incomplete and may not be considered. Pl