The City of Campbell River is searching for an experienced Planner I or Planner II to join our Long Range Planning Team in this 16 month term position of 35 hours per week.

Naturally, Campbell River – Located on Vancouver Island, the City of Campbell River offers a rare combination of a welcoming small-town feel with large-city amenities. We are a 45-minute drive from the winter and summer activities of Mount Washington, and just minutes from more than 100 km of all levels of mountain biking and hiking trails, plus easy access to the ocean, rivers and lakes for sports fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding and whale watching.

Job Description

The Roles: As part of the Long Range Planning team, you will be working in a fast-paced and customer service orientated environment.

The Planner I supports long-range planning projects through research, analysis, and assisting with policy development. The role assists with reports, studies, and public engagement, applying planning knowledge to land use and growth initiatives. The Planner I works independently on routine tasks and consults with the manager on complex or sensitive issues.
The Planner II plays a key role in leading a variety of long-range planning projects and initiatives. The Planner II will conduct research and analysis, prepare detailed reports and policy recommendations, draft and update bylaws, and lead public engagement activities. Acting as a project manager, the successful candidate will provide technical advice, and collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and the public to help shape the community’s future.

What we offer: Professional development opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package which includes vacation, extended health and dental coverage, life insurance, and short term disability coverage for these CUPE bargaining unit positions. These positions are also eligible for flexible work arrangements which may include one of the following: compressed work week, earned day off or varied hours.

Planner I – $40.27 per hour – 2025 Rate of Pay (35 hour work week)

Long Range Planner I Job Description

Planner II - $48.17 per hour - 2025 Rate of Pay (35 hour work week)

Long Range Planner II - Job Description

Qualifications

Planner I

Undergraduate degree from a recognized institution in community or regional planning, urban design, land use, or a related field.
Eligible for candidate membership with the Planning Institute of British Columbia (PIBC).
1 year related experience in land use, community or regional planning or urban design OR experience working with provincial statues and regulations and municipal bylaws, within the last 5 years.

Planner II

Undergraduate degree in Urban, Community or Regional Planning or a related field.
Be a member in good standing with the Planning Institute of British Columbia (PIBC) and actively pursuing full membership as a certified Registered Professional Planner.
4 years of progressive planning experience within the last 7 years, in community or regional planning, preferable at the local government level.

Additional Information

Posting Date: November 24, 2025

Closing Date and Time: December 22, 2025

Posting Number: 25-082

Please Note: We will be contacting applicants who meet our requirements as applications are received and this posting may be closed without advanced notice.

When you apply: You will be asked to upload a cover letter and resume as part of the application process. You may also be asked to answer some screening questions related to the position.

Questions about this position? Email careers@campbellriver.ca

City of Campbell River

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