BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The University Endowment Lands (UEL) Development Services Team is a small, collaborative group of planning and building professionals dedicated to shaping a vibrant, sustainable community. Working on complex and evolving issues—from housing and transit-oriented development to climate change and reconciliation—the team plays a key role in guiding the UEL’s growth and stewardship.

The Role
As the Senior Planning Analyst you will lead policy development and planning initiatives that advance provincial priorities such as affordable housing, climate action, and inclusive community growth in the UEL. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a quasi-local government environment, influencing real-world development outcomes while collaborating closely with a diverse range of partners.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Urban and/or Regional Planning or a related field (e.g. Architecture, Public Administration).

• Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible planning experience.

• Qualified as a member in good standing, or with ability to become a member within six (6) months, of the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) and/or the Planning Institute of British Columbia (PIBC).
   

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Eight (8) years or more of progressively responsible planning experience and/or direct local or provincial government planning experience.

• A Master’s degree in Planning or a related field.
   

For questions regarding this position, please contact Heather.Shay@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Market Adjustments.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

How to Apply:
Your resume and cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.