Senior Transit Planner

Are we right for you...

We’re passionate about people and creating sustainable, safe and affordable solutions to BC. We are an organization that has a People First approach and considers people first in every business decision that we make. We are part of the solution and what we do matters; from fighting climate change with battery electric buses, to affordability through cost effective transportation, to connecting remote communities, we bring the heart, soul and innovation to public transportation.

It’s an exciting time to be in the transit industry and we’re looking for creative and passionate people to join our team. Not only would you be joining an engaged organization but you’d also get to enjoy flexible work arrangements, extended benefits and a pension plan as just a few of the benefits BC Transit employees are eligible for. Keep reading to find out if this role is meant for you!

What you'll be doing...

Reporting to the Manager, Service Planning, the Senior Transit Planner is accountable for providing senior planning expertise and leadership primarily to medium/ higher scope planning projects that include transit operational plans, transit service plans, long range transit plans, service implementations, feasibility studies and defining capital project requirements and policy development in a multi disciplinary team environment.

For additional information about the full accountabilities of this position please review the Senior Transit Planner job description.  

What you'll bring to the table...

• Post secondary degree in transportation or urban planning or a related field including courses in accounting, GIS technology and databases
• Master's degree planning, engineering or a related discipline would be an asset
• Experience providing an advanced level of expertise and leading projects in an agency specializing in planning or transportation
• Additional university accreditation in planning related programs such as urban design, sustainable development or community engagement would be an asset
• Demonstrated delivery of strategic and implementation plans 
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Understand and apply the principles of urban planning
• Understand and apply the techniques to deliver strategic transit plans and detailed service specifications for service changes across complex transit systems 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner
• Demonstrated experience in leading public engagement 
• Knowledge of the BC Community Charter, BC Local Government Act, and other provincial policies in respect of planning matters
• Demonstrated broad and detailed knowledge of contemporary community and regional planning theories and practices
• Ability to work on a number of concurrent tasks with deadline pressures;
• Strong report writing and presentation skills
• Undertake leadership role with special projects
• Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office products - Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel, along with working knowledge of GIS related programs

What we'll bring to the table...

• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits to support you and your family, regardless of what life throws at you
• Membership in BC’s Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP). Nationally recognized for its strong investment and governance practices, PSPP is a “defined benefit” plan 
• Access to fitness and lifestyle centers to help you take care of your physical fitness and health
• Various programs that support employees such as an Employee Assistance Program and health and wellness initiatives and events aimed at fostering your mental health
• A complimentary employee bus pass (plus taxable dependent passes)
• A corporate learning and development program to help you in continuous career growth
• An employee recognition program where we all recognize each other's successes (not just your Leaders!)
• A social club that gives you access to events throughout Victoria

What next steps could look like...

• Interviews will take place the week of June 2, 2025
• An assignment or presentation may be included as part of the recruitment process.
• The position requires the completion of a Criminal Record Check or Vulnerable Sector Search.
• An eligibility list may be established for future full time regular and full time temporary vacancies
• If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please contact careers@bctransit.com to let us know how we can assist you.
• BC Transit is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If the organization identifies this position as a reasonable accommodation for an existing employee, all candidates will be notified as soon as reasonably possible.