Employment Opportunities

Description

Parkland County has opportunity for a temporary, full-time Senior Planner, Current Planning working approximately March 2023 to April 2025. Reporting to the Manager, Current & Long Range Planning, the Senior Planner, Current Planning, oversees current planning functions including preparation of, and recommendations for decision and/or action on, subdivisions, redistricting, development agreements, and preparation of various non-statutory plans, policies, reports and studies of a current planning nature.  The Senior Planner, Current Planning also oversees technical support staff for addressing and offsite levy programs.  This position supervises current planning staff and provides support to the Manager through a variety of current planning projects and issues.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:

• Post-secondary degree in Planning or a related discipline (e.g. Geography) or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to Current Planning with increased degree of responsibility. A Master’s degree in planning or related field is considered an asset.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a municipal planning environment.  Previous supervisory experience is required.
• Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners or registration as an Alberta Community Planner is an asset.
• Exceptional working knowledge of the Municipal Government Act, and other relevant legislation.
• Excellent writing, presentation, negotiation, organization, and time-management skills.
• Capable of working within tight deadlines with consistent heavy workloads on an ongoing basis.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Possession of a valid Alberta driver’s license and satisfactory driving record is required.

The total rewards package for this position includes:

A starting annual salary of $97,585 - $121,982 based on a 35-hour work week and option to join the Earned Day Off Program.

In addition, extended health and dental benefits, access to our confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program, paid sick time, three (3) weeks vacation a year with your birthday off, flexible work arrangements allowing remote work options (based on position’s needs), and personal days. Our organization offers access to physical fitness including an employee on site gym and lunch exercise programs, a Social Club, a mental health committee, and a comprehensive training program with extensive learning and development opportunities. Visit our careers page to view the complete Total Rewards Package for this position!

Additional Information

Interested Candidates are Invited to Apply Online at careers.parklandcounty.com - posting will remain open until suitable candidate is found. 

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applications will only be considered through the Parkland County website.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes, respects and values the multivariate diversity of current and prospective employees. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodation throughout the recruitment and employment process. If you have any questions regarding this, please connect with our team at humanresources@parklandcounty.com

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