job opportunity

Would you like to be part of a dynamic, fast paced, award winning local government organization?  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 full-time opportunity to be our Planner l – Climate Action.

In this exciting position, you will have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in the creation and implementation of the City of Langford’s first Climate Action Plan and Corporate Climate Action Strategy! As our Planner l – Climate Action, you will support the development of a climate action plan and corporate climate action strategy by providing recommendations to advance the City’s climate action priorities with a focus on climate action best practices and long-range planning.

Utilizing your knowledge of climate action and energy management regulatory frameworks and strategies to significantly reduce energy and GHG consumption, you will monitor and maintain the City’s current climate action initiatives and reporting requirements. And, as part of the Climate Action Plan implementation team, you will support all City departments in identifying opportunities to update current policies and procedures from a climate action and sustainability lens.

Qualifications for this position include:

• Post-secondary degree in Sustainability, Resource Management, Urban Planning, or related discipline, plus 3 to 5 years of related working experience in climate action and sustainability initiatives within the context of municipal government (or an equivalent combination)
• Valid BC Driver’s License
• Experience in writing successful grant applications to senior levels of government and/or NGOs is considered an asset
• Knowledge and understanding of strategies to significantly reduce energy and GHG consumption within medium sized public sector organizations
• Knowledge of current regulatory framework for climate action and energy management specifically as it relates to local government
• Knowledge of land use legislation affecting local government, including the Local Government Act, Land Titles Act, Strata Property Act and the Community Charter and principles of planning in local government
• Strong research, analytical, database, and technical skills and proficient in using a personal computer and a variety of software programs including GIS and CAD systems

For full details on responsibilities and qualifications, please refer to the attached job description. The salary range for this full-time position is $42.88 to $50.45 per hour, plus an excellent benefits package including one of Canada’s top pension plans, and a 35-hour modified workweek schedule with flex days.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by e-mail to (identify the position you are applying for in the subject line of your e-mail). Applications will be accepted until noon on September 3, 2024.

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

Job Description