job opportunity

Would you like to be part of a dynamic, fast paced, award winning local government organization?  A team that prides itself on providing cost effective local government services for local residents?  Do you have the right attitude, qualifications and superior people skills for the job?  If so, the City of Langford invites you to apply for a Community Planning Co-op position!

We are currently looking to fill a 4 to 8-month Co-op position, with the preferred possibility to run from approximately January to August 2025. As our Community Planning Co-op Student, you will:

• Perform a variety of duties related to Community Planning initiatives and projects outlined in Council’s 2023-2027 Strategic Plan, including the Official Community Plan Refresh, Zoning Bylaw updates, Development Permit Area and Design Guideline updates, Good Neighbour Policy, and Urban Forest Management Plan actions
• Research best practices, collect and analyse data, and prepare memos to support the work of the Department

Qualifications for this position include:

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program related to community planning or other related field
• Proficiency in a variety of computer systems and software applications including the full Microsoft Office suite and Geographic Information Maps Systems (GIS)
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports

Our ideal candidate can adapt and learn new principles and concepts in a dynamic environment, demonstrates a commitment to excellent customer service and teamwork, has a strong work ethic and a sense of humour with the ability to take their work seriously but not themselves!

The hourly rate for this temporary full-time position is $25.00 per hour plus 13% in lieu of benefits and vacation, and a 35-hour work week. This is a 4 to 8-month co-op term, beginning in January of 2025.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by email to (identify the position you are applying for in the subject line of your e-mail). Applications will be accepted until noon on December 4, 2024.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.