Parks Planning Technician

24-083 Parks Planning Technician Temporary Full Time (CUPE) - Closing May 12, 2024 PARKS PLANNING TECHNICIAN   COMPETITION: #24-083   STATUS: Temporary Full Time (CUPE)   DEPARTMENT: Facilities, Parks and Properties   SALARY: $41.80 - $49.39 per hour      CLOSING: May 12, 2024 Come grow with The City of Maple Ridge! Are you a team player with a “can do attitude”, excellent communication and customer service skills? We have the perfect opportunity for you!POSITION OVERVIEW If you are ready to contribute your expertise to the creation of vibrant and sustainable outdoor spaces, we invite you to apply for the position of Parks Planning Technician. As a Parks Planning Technician, you will play a pivotal role in the planning, development, and enhancement of parks and open spaces in Maple Ridge. Your responsibilities will encompass a range of administrative, design and technical tasks, including organizing public meetings, preparing design concepts, drafting detailed landscape plans, overseeing construction projects, planning trails and liaising with internal and external stakeholders. If you are ready to contribute your expertise exciting outdoor spaces, we invite you to apply for the position of Parks Planning Technician with the City of Maple Ridge. Bring your passion for landscape design and your commitment to community development, and together, we can shape the future of our parks and open spaces. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelor’s Degree in landscape architecture, or a related discipline plus sound related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESConsiderable knowledge of landscape construction and design principles, practices and procedures applicable to the work performed.Considerable knowledge of landscape construction, materials, costs and methods related to the work performed.Sound knowledge of the functions and responsibilities of various internal departments and external agencies as related to the work performed.Sound knowledge of the rules, regulations, policies, and by-laws related to the work performed.Ability to prepare design proposals and conceptual plans for park development or redevelopment projects through the use of computer assisted drafting programs (Vectorworks) and GIS programs (ArcGIS).Ability to prepare detailed plans, drawings, contract documentation and provide contract administration for various types of parks construction projects.Ability to review, analyze, assess and interpret plans, specifications, contracts and other materials related to the work.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external contacts.Ability to prepare reports, correspondence and various other written materials related to the work.Ability to maintain a variety of records, statistical reports, reconcile and process invoices, and requisitions and invoices focusing on attention to detail to ensure accuracy.Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts.  LICENCES AND CERTIFICATESClass 5 Driver’s License valid in the Province of British ColumbiaADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThe preference would be for the successful incumbent to start in July, 2024. The term for this temporary full-time assignment is approximately twelve months with a possibility for extension based on operational needs. EQUITY STATEMENTAt the City of Maple Ridge, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive culture that actively values and embraces diversity. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is broadly reflective of the community we proudly serve. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting WHAT WE OFFER YOUThe City of Maple Ridge is a great place to work with competitive compensation packages that include the Municipal Pension Plan, a strong employee wellness program and the opportunity for professional career growth and professional development. If you want to help shape a growing community in a municipality that strives for service excellence, then this is the position for you.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.