Agriculture and Food Security Planner
Job Overview
Job title: Agriculture and Food Security Planner
Job description: The District of Saanich is one of the four core municipalities within the Capital Regional District. The community is home to 117,000 citizens and is comprised of urban, suburban and rural areas, and 12 diverse neighborhoods. Saanich is known for its progressive initiatives in the areas of Environmental Protection, Climate Change, and Community Planning. Our Official Community Plan highlights our Vision Statement that “Saanich residents enjoy food security through the safeguarding of agricultural land and the promotion of community gardens and urban farming.”
Saanich is seeking an Agriculture and Food Security Planner to implement priority actions identified in the District’s Agriculture and Food Security Plan. The successful candidate will be innovative and self-motivated, with a focus on customer service. Skill sets will include thorough knowledge of agriculture and food security issues, legislation and best practices, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills.
The successful candidate will be called upon to undertake a wide variety of municipal planning work including: developing, updating and maintaining plans, policies, regulations and guidelines; designing and delivering public engagement processes; coordinating and partnering with local stakeholders on initiatives and outreach; liaising with committees on plan implementation; developing education and outreach materials; preparing grant submissions; writing planning reports and correspondence, and undertaking research and analysis.
Requirements include an Undergraduate Degree in environmental studies, agricultural sciences, social sciences, community development, urban planning or related discipline; three years experience including agriculture, food policy and sustainable food systems issues in a municipal setting; and a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence. Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners or British Columbia Institute of Agrologists is an asset. Consideration may be given to candidates who hold an equivalent combination of education and experience.
The successful candidate will work 17.5 hours per week. This position is for a 16 month term with the possibility of extension(s).
*As a component of the selection process, testing will be conducted.*
Important Information:
The District of Saanich has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy to help keep our employees and community safe. The requirement remains in effect until April 8, 2022 after which, the policy will be suspended. It is important to know that the requirement may be reinstated and unvaccinated employees may not be able to work. In order for the District to respond to any changing vaccination requirements for staff, we request that you verify your COVID-19 vaccination status with us during your first week of employment.
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Company: District of Saanich
Expected salary: $44.21 per hour
Location: Saanich, BC
Job date: Fri, 23 Sep 2022 23:38:45 GMT
Job Source: Careerjet.ca
