Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
We are hiring for dedicated Planner 2s for two specialized streams: one dedicated to supporting policy projects that shape planning frameworks, and the other focused on development planning with a core focus on implementation.
As a Planner 2, you are responsible for preparing planning policy or reviewing land use, outline plan, and development permit applications. You will contribute to one of the two main lines of service for the Community Planning Business Unit; creating and recommending local area policy plans to achieve Municipal Development Plan goals; or enabling development through planning applications approvals. Primary duties include:
- Review pre-application requests and provide advice and guidance to customers.
- Conduct research and analysis and present planning reports and planning policy documents.
- Negotiate with applicants and provide interpretation guidance to external parties on policy development initiatives and planning applications.
- Coordinate and obtain input from interdepartmental partners on policy development and planning applications.
- Ensure consistency between plans within communities, as well as neighboring communities.
- Recommend decisions to Calgary Planning Commission on outline plan/land use amendment applications, policy plans and policy plan amendments.
- Positions with the Urban Design & Open Space team will involve the review of parks and open space aspects of development and land use applications and the coordination of relevant specialist input.
Qualifications
- A degree in Planning that is recognized by the Alberta Professional Planners Institute (APPI) or another provincial or territorial institute or association representing the Planning profession in Canada and at least 3 years of relevant planning experience; OR
- A degree in a planning related discipline and at least 4 years of relevant planning experience.
- Working knowledge of planning legislation and experience involving a broad range of projects in a major urban municipality.
- Membership with the Alberta Professional Planners Institute (APPI) will be considered an asset.
- Business and political acumen with sound judgement skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively negotiate and collaborate on quality outcomes.
- A strong passion for planning with a demonstrated ability to work in a customer-oriented and collaborative environment while adhering to tight timelines and changing priorities.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle: This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Community Planning
Position Type: 8 Permanent & 3 Temporary (up to
18 months)
Location: 800 Macleod Trail SE or 133 6 Avenue SE
Compensation: Pay Grade 13 $49.32 - 66.00 per hour
Days of Work: This position works a 5 day
work week with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: August 8, 2025
Job ID #: 312400
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
We are hiring for dedicated Planner 2s for two specialized streams: one dedicated to supporting policy projects that shape planning frameworks, and the other focused on development planning with a core focus on implementation.
As a Planner 2, you are responsible for preparing planning policy or reviewing land use, outline plan, and development permit applications. You will contribute to one of the two main lines of service for the Community Planning Business Unit; creating and recommending local area policy plans to achieve Municipal Development Plan goals; or enabling development through planning applications approvals. Primary duties include:
- Review pre-application requests and provide advice and guidance to customers.
- Conduct research and analysis and present planning reports and planning policy documents.
- Negotiate with applicants and provide interpretation guidance to external parties on policy development initiatives and planning applications.
- Coordinate and obtain input from interdepartmental partners on policy development and planning applications.
- Ensure consistency between plans within communities, as well as neighboring communities.
- Recommend decisions to Calgary Planning Commission on outline plan/land use amendment applications, policy plans and policy plan amendments.
- Positions with the Urban Design & Open Space team will involve the review of parks and open space aspects of development and land use applications and the coordination of relevant specialist input.
Qualifications
- A degree in Planning that is recognized by the Alberta Professional Planners Institute (APPI) or another provincial or territorial institute or association representing the Planning profession in Canada and at least 3 years of relevant planning experience; OR
- A degree in a planning related discipline and at least 4 years of relevant planning experience.
- Working knowledge of planning legislation and experience involving a broad range of projects in a major urban municipality.
- Membership with the Alberta Professional Planners Institute (APPI) will be considered an asset.
- Business and political acumen with sound judgement skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively negotiate and collaborate on quality outcomes.
- A strong passion for planning with a demonstrated ability to work in a customer-oriented and collaborative environment while adhering to tight timelines and changing priorities.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle: This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Community Planning
Position Type: 8 Permanent & 3 Temporary (up to
18 months)
Location: 800 Macleod Trail SE or 133 6 Avenue SE
Compensation: Pay Grade 13 $49.32 - 66.00 per hour
Days of Work: This position works a 5 day
work week with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: August 8, 2025
Job ID #: 312400
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.