The Cowichan Valley Regional District is now accepting applications for a temporary full time (1 year) Planning Technician position in the Development Services Division within the Land Use Services Department. Reporting to the Manager, Development Services or designate, the Planning Technician is primarily responsible for responding to enquiries and referrals related to the subdivision, development, and use of land in CVRD electoral areas. The Planning Technician routinely interacts with department staff, members of the public, applicants, and external agencies, and provides support to the CVRD Land Use Services Department, ensuring that tasks are completed in accordance with legislative requirements and timeframes, and CVRD policies and regulations.

• Degree or diploma from a university of recognized standing or technical institute in planning, engineering technology, building construction, land development, or a related field.
• Completion of MATI School for Statutory Approving Officers and / or Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure District Development Officer Certification Program is an asset.
• A minimum of 6 months related experience, preferably within a BC local government setting.
• Experience in surveying, land development, customer service, and negotiation is an asset.
• Certification/membership or eligible for certification/membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) and Planning Institute of BC (PIBC), the Canadian Association of Planning Technicians (CACPT), the Applied Science Technologists & Technicians of BC (ASTTBC), or Engineering and Geoscientists BC is preferred.
• A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence is required
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

View the full job description listing all the job requirements. 

Guaranteed 35 hours of work per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and eligible for flex time. This position may be required to attend some evening and weekend meetings. 

Wage rate in 3 steps as per the Collective Agreement between the CVRD and CUPE Local 358, $40.01 - $41.15 - $42.39 per hour (2025 rates). Benefits are provided as per the CUPE Collective Agreement.

Please submit a resume and cover letter by 4:30 pm on the date indicated. Please include a driver’s abstract with your application.

Testing may be conducted during the interview process. Testing will be based on the knowledge, skills, abilities and qualificaton required for the position as outlined in the job description. 

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in any stage of the hiring process should contact Human Resources at hr@cvrd.bc.ca to communicate their accommodation needs.