Discover Nanaimo - One of the oldest cities on Canada’s west coast, the City of Nanaimo is a growing, livable urban centre that still maintains its historic charm. Situated between the mountains and the ocean on the east coast of Vancouver Island, Nanaimo is a short ferry trip away from Metro Vancouver, and a 90 minute drive from Victoria. Nanaimo is truly an extraordinary community that is home to Vancouver Island University and is rich in parks, recreational, cultural and social amenities.

Transportation Planning Specialist

Position Overview
The City of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Transportation Planning Specialist. Under the general direction of the Manager of Transportation, the Transportation Planning Specialist leads a variety of medium to long range transportation planning projects, studies, and initiatives. The incumbent will act as the City’s representative for strategic large scale multi stakeholder tasks, such as City/MOTI integrated planning, inter-regional transit or regional goods movement to ensure that City goals, objectives, bylaws or policies are being met or upheld.

Qualifications
Applicants must have an advanced diploma from a recognized College or Technical Institute in Civil Engineering with specialized courses in Traffic/Transportation Engineering, and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in transportation engineering or planning, which includes a minimum of 2 years of project management. Membership in the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC, as an (ASCT), or the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC is required, as well as possession of a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Additional Information
This is a unionized position. $45.68 per hour - after Probation (Jan 2022 Rate), based on a 35 hour work week. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials.

To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter (.docx or PDF file format) to employment.opportunities@nanaimo.ca referencing the specific competition 23-13 by the application deadline. For detailed information on this position and for more information on our community, please visit our website at https://www.nanaimo.ca.

The City of Nanaimo is an inclusive employer and invites applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If you are unsuccessful, please accept our appreciation for your interest. This position is restricted to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

Posting Date: April 12, 2023

Application Deadline: May 8, 2023 4:30pm

Contact Information
Human Resources
City of Nanaimo
2nd Floor, 455 Wallace Street
Nanaimo, BC V9R 5J6
Phone: (250) 755-4406
Fax: (250) 755-4449