The City of Abbotsford is currently growing and evolving in a dynamic way and the Community Planning department is seeking a hard-working, self-motivated Summer Student for a four month employment opportunity from May to August 2019.
Job duties may include:
- Assists with preparing maps and diagrams for reports and studies using GIS software and other related software applications.
- Assists with preparing graphics and power point presentations for planning reports and studies.
- Assists with preparing reports and correspondence for signature by supervisor(s).
- Assists with a variety of research tasks related to planning feasibility studies, regulation development and policy formulation
- Collect data from drawings and transfer to a database.
- Other related duties, as necessary.
The hourly rate of pay for this position is as follows plus an additional 4% in lieu of benefits:
2nd year student$18.07
3rd year student$19.51
4th year student $21.23
If you are ready for a fun, challenging but rewarding and fulfilling opportunity, where you will play an integral role in helping Abbotsford to be the vibrant city that all other communities aspire to be; we want to hear from you.
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Studying at a post-secondary institution for a minimum of two years in Geography or Applied Urban and Regional Planning from a recognized post-secondary institution planning, geography, or a related field;
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare a variety of correspondence;
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Self-motivated with the ability to make good decisions regarding priorities in a fast paced, deadline-orientated work environment;
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Ability to explain and apply a wide variety of Local Government bylaws and regulations, including the Official Community Plan and zoning bylaw.
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Ability to collect and analyze a wide variety of planning related information
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Ability to write reports concerning various types of development applications.
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Some working knowledge of various software including ARCview, GIS, Adobe PhotoShop and PowerPoint.
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Excellent customer service skills and the ability to maintain good working relationships with others.