Co-op Student - Victoria, Canada - The Corporation of The City of Victoria
Description
Job Description:
Competition #24/130
Internal/External Posting
Closing date:
June 11, 2024
Co-op Student (Temporary - up to 4 months)
Community Planning
Sustainable Planning and Community Development Department
The Community Planning team is responsible for the management and administration of the Official Community Plan and citywide policies that guide decisions related to housing, development, public space and community infrastructure.
As a Co-op Student, you will support the team in the 10-year Official Community Plan Update, including engagement and data analysis, policy development, and plan drafting.
You will be exposed to many facets of long-range planning, and a variety of topics related to good city building.
As British Columbia's compact, historic, capital city - and the urban core of a growing region on South Vancouver Island - Victoria is an ideal city to learn about and influence progressive planning policies in a rapidly changing world.
POSITION FUNCTION
As a student hired under the Co-operative Educational Training Program, you will be given meaningful and challenging assignments while being introduced to a career in municipal government.
In this Co-op position you will assist with supernumerary projects and contribute to the overall goals of the work unit.
KEY DUTIES
Under the direct guidance and observation of the supervisor, assist with the on-going enhancement of the City's operations by utilizing existing tools and software platforms.
Participate in the development and improvement of future-focussed projects that align with the department's strategic goals and objectives by providing supernumerary field or office support.
Conduct and document research, analyze and interpret data, prepare summary of findings, draft reports, procedures and/or practices, and present to supervisor for feedback and/or next steps.
INDEPENDENCE
Work is assigned by supervisor and reviewed upon completion.
Problems are referred to supervisor.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Effort:
Normal. Some heavy lifting required (up to 50 lbs.)
Mental Effort:
Normal.
Visual/Auditory Effort:
Normal.
Work Environment:
Office, Driving, Public Events
KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Organize and prioritize work.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
Understand and carry out job related instructions.
Ability to learn quickly and independently.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Working level knowledge of current City word processing, spreadsheet, and related specialty software including social media tools.
Maintain accurate records with attention to detail.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
QUALIFICATIONS
Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:
High School.
Enrolled in a recognized Co-operative Education Program at a Canadian Post-Secondary Institution.
Currently attending full-time education and returning to full-time studies in the subsequent academic year.
In good standing in an Undergraduate Degree Program or Technical School Diploma Program.
Experience:
Not required.
or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Work schedule:
Monday to Friday, (35 hour work week)
$30.85 per hour, Pay Grade 2
Job Code #4430
**This is a CUPE Local 50 Position
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