Manager, Community Planning

Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government•Ucluelet, BC

1d•CA$81,731 - CA$122,596•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Community Planning is responsible for leading and managing the Community Planning function of the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government. The role provides strategic oversight of land-use frameworks, regulatory instruments, and long-term development planning to advance Treaty Settlement Land optimization and community priorities. Reporting to the Director of Lands & Resources, the Manager ensures the effective development, implementation, and integration of planning initiatives aligned with Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ laws, policies, strategic plans, and Treaty obligations. This role carries accountability for planning program delivery, delegated regulatory decision-making, budget oversight, and supervision of planning staff and consultants.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Urban, Community, or Regional Planning
Certified Registered Professional Planner (RPP) with the Planning Institute of BC or equivalent affiliate
7–10+ years progressive professional planning experience
Minimum 2 years supervisory or people management experience
Demonstrated experience leading major planning initiatives
Experience managing budgets and consultant contracts
Well-developed knowledge of planning principles and practices
In-depth knowledge of specializations such as economic development, land-use, community planning, consultation, First Nation, transportation, or environmental planning
Knowledge of principles, methodology, and practices of community engagement, research, and data collection
Knowledge of or experience in community remediation and redevelopment and relevant Provincial programs
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, econometric or transportation modeling, database management, AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, GIS, or mapping software
Able to work independently with minimal daily supervision and within a collaborative team framework
Genuine respect for Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ traditions, culture, and protocols
Performs all duties in accordance with Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government policies, standards, practices, and procedures

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Planning, Public Administration, Indigenous Governance, or related field
Experience working within Indigenous or Modern Treaty governance
First-hand knowledge and experience of Modern Treaty Nations and cultural history

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the development, review, and implementation of the Official Community Plan (OCP) and related statutory planning instruments.
Oversee zoning, development permit areas, and land-use regulatory frameworks.
Translate long-term community vision into integrated planning strategies.
Ensure alignment between planning frameworks, infrastructure capacity, housing priorities, economic development, and environmental stewardship.
Monitor implementation of planning objectives and report progress to the Director.
Exercise delegated authority in reviewing and approving development plans consistent with Nation laws.
Oversee permitting, leasing, licensing, and land-use compliance frameworks.
Develop and implement planning policies and regulatory instruments.
Ensure planning practices are defensible, transparent, and aligned with Treaty authorities.
Represent the Nation in planning-related negotiations and intergovernmental discussions as assigned.
Supervise planning staff (as applicable) and oversee external planning consultants.
Conduct performance management, coaching, and workforce planning.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance.
Support recruitment and succession planning within the planning function.
Lead culturally grounded engagement processes.
Integrate community knowledge, Elders' input, and technical data into planning outcomes.
Provide clear communication regarding planning policies and development processes.
Promote transparency and accountability in land-use decision-making.
Develop and manage the annual planning budget.
Oversee procurement and management of consultant contracts.
Monitor expenditures and ensure fiscal accountability.
Support funding proposals and grant management related to planning initiatives.