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Example: Determine and develop user requirements for systems in production, to ensure maximum usability

Example: Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Has considerable knowledge of the principles, practices, standards and guidelines used in urban park natural area management.

Strong organizational, time management, record-keeping and computer skills.

Experience supervising staff and strong leadership skills.

Completing a variety of manual and semi-skilled tasks including but not limited to:

Has superior public relations, interpersonal, communication, organizational and leadership skills.

Experience with power tools (brush saw, hedge trimmer, backpack blowers) and hand tools (shovels, picks, hand snips, loppers, hand saws).

Drawing experience, ideally in urban infrastructure

Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D

Good team spirit, communication skills, proactive

DEP in surveying or drawing

DEC in civil engineering or any other equivalent and relevant training

Mastery of spoken and written French

Autonomy and excellent organizational skills;

Have a high school diploma.

Spoken and written bilingualism (English and French);

Windows software (Word, Excel, etc.).

Positive approach to customer service;

Ability to interact with various types of clients;

Showcase strong time management and multitasking abilities, consistently meeting deadlines.

Demonstrate professionalism and personal accountability for time management, quality control, project troubleshooting, and adherence to timelines and budget constraints.

Effectively manage team workload and collaborate with professionals from other disciplines.

3 years of industry planning experience, ideally within a consulting environment.

Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Organize and lead public consultation meetings, as well as community information sessions.

•Communications with project managers and contractors

•Minimum 2 years experience in a planning or drafting related environment

•Experience with Land Registry Office an asset

• Full Benefits Package

•Drafting and designfor site planning

•Prepare 2D & 3D colour renderings

Complete a variety of manual and semi-skilled general labour tasks including:

Have experience performing manual labour.

Have strong public relations, communication and interpersonal skills.

Successful Applicants Must Provide Proof Of Qualifications.

Work in natural area parks throughout Surrey on a field-based crew under the supervision of senior staff.

Planting native trees and shrubs.

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification

Closing date July 13, 2023

Sustainable Planning and Community Development Department

Work schedule Monday - Friday, 35 hour work week

$54.02 per hour, Pay Grade 17

This is a CUPE Local 50 Position

Strong time management and multi-tasking skills and ability to meet deadlines

Ensure professionalism and personal accountability for time management, quality control, troubleshooting of project work, and meeting timelines and budget

Manage and maintain team workload/backlog and collaboration with other disciplines

Industry planning experience of a minimum of 5 years

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Office, graphics, GIS, and design computer based applied skills

Manage all aspects of urban design on client files including submission of applications.

Interpret planning policies, regulations, and guidelines, to offer insightful urban design and planning policy recommendations for development applications.

Advanced knowledge of Urban Design and Community Planning theory, principles, practices and techniques

Advanced verbal, written, and graphic communication skills

Strong analytical, research, and interpretive skills

Creative problem-solving and solution-finding skills to gather relevant information to solve urban design and planning problems

Membership or eligibility for membership in Alberta Professional Planners Institute/Canadian Institute of Planners (APPI/CIP). Experience in project management preferred

Excellent time management and organizational skills, with a high attention to detail

Develop, review, and manage the approval process for land use planning applications

Manage and support multiple planning projects

A minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant experience

Experience with Public Engagement processes and strategies

Strong technical, functional, and professional knowledge and skills in Arboriculture; knowledge of current developments, innovation and trends in Arboriculture

Familiar with AINSI Standards and Arboriculture Best Management Practices

Maintain records and documentations related to the work, including schedules, work orders and safety inspections and training certifications

Minimum of 5 years experience in Arboriculture with a minimum of 2 years supervising staff

TRAQ Certified or experience with Tree Risk Assessment and documentation

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and organizational skills

Excellent organization and project management skills;

Excellent writing, organizational, and time management skills

The ideal candidate will have the following skills & qualifications:

Minimum 7 years related and progressive experience;

Strong research and analytical skills;

Excellent problem-solving skills including the ability to assess critical issues;

Strong time management and multi-tasking skills and ability to meet deadlines

Ensure professionalism and personal accountability for time management, quality control, troubleshooting of project work, and meeting timelines and budget

Manage and maintain team workload/backlog and collaboration with other disciplines

Industry planning experience of a minimum of 3 years.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Office, graphics, GIS, and design computer based applied skills