Principal Policy Planner II
About the role
Job Number**:** 53349
We're looking for a passionate and skilled Principal Policy Planner to join our team in Urban Planning and Economy! In this role, you will be a key player in shaping city-wide policy for land use planning and have a direct impact on the future of Edmonton. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your professional judgment and leadership skills to drive complex projects from start to finish. You will work with diverse project teams and external collaborators to manage all aspects of a project, from budgets to deliverables, and provide mentorship to junior staff.
What will you do?
- Lead the development and delivery of strategic, city-wide policies for land use planning
- Prepare bilateral development plans along Edmonton’s boundaries with neighbouring municipalities
- Apply your advanced knowledge of land use, transportation, urban design, and the land development process to inform policy recommendations
- Manage projects from start to finish, including scoping, procurement, contract management, and project reporting
- Conduct and coordinate research to support your policy recommendations
- Design and implement engagement plans for various parties, including community partners and industry representatives, to ensure diverse perspectives are included in policy development
- Provide expert advice on land use policy to other departments, working and advisory committees, and senior leadership
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior staff members to help them develop their skills
- Draft reports, presentations and briefing notes for senior management and City Council
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Urban or Regional Planning or a related degree
- Four (4) years' experience in the area of urban planning or policy development
Assets:
- Master’s Degree
- Membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners
Skills required for success:
- Apply advanced knowledge of land use, transportation, urban design, regulation and the land development process to strategic level policy planning
- Demonstrate advanced project management skills, including project scoping, determination of project outcomes and deliverables, procurement and contract management and project reporting and closeout
- Coordinate detailed interdisciplinary studies and reports in support of plan / policy development
- Conduct research (quantitative and qualitative) to support policy recommendations
- Design and implement public engagement plans and methods, including multi-collaborator meetings, public engagement sessions, Indigenous consultation, ensuring representation of a broad range of interests and perspectives
- Knowledge of Planning legislation in Alberta (the Municipal Government Act) and land development processes in Edmonton and surrounding areas
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly and effectively
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work and track progress
- A collaborative spirit and the ability to work effectively with various parties who have different interests
- Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
- Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
- Applicants may be tested
Work Environment:
- Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
- The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance
The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits.
Up to 1 permanent full-time position
Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week.
Salary: $52.578 - $67.097 (Hourly); $92,629.29 - $118,208.14 (Annually)
Talent Acquisition Consultant: PO/VH
Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.
Classification Title**:** Planner II
Posting Date**:** Sep 17, 2025
Closing Date**:** Oct 1, 2025 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to)****: 1 - Permanent Full-time
Union : CSU 52
Department**:** Planning and Environment Services
Work Location(s)****: 6th Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4
About City of Edmonton
We’re young, ambitious and building something extraordinary. Located on Treaty 6 Territory and with a population of over one million, Edmonton is one of Canada's youngest and fastest growing cities. We’re building a resilient and diverse economy, attracting the best and the brightest and striving to be a world leader in environmental sustainability. We value quality of life, community safety and a welcoming spirit that embraces new people and new ideas.
Principal Policy Planner II
About the role
Job Number**:** 53349
We're looking for a passionate and skilled Principal Policy Planner to join our team in Urban Planning and Economy! In this role, you will be a key player in shaping city-wide policy for land use planning and have a direct impact on the future of Edmonton. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your professional judgment and leadership skills to drive complex projects from start to finish. You will work with diverse project teams and external collaborators to manage all aspects of a project, from budgets to deliverables, and provide mentorship to junior staff.
What will you do?
- Lead the development and delivery of strategic, city-wide policies for land use planning
- Prepare bilateral development plans along Edmonton’s boundaries with neighbouring municipalities
- Apply your advanced knowledge of land use, transportation, urban design, and the land development process to inform policy recommendations
- Manage projects from start to finish, including scoping, procurement, contract management, and project reporting
- Conduct and coordinate research to support your policy recommendations
- Design and implement engagement plans for various parties, including community partners and industry representatives, to ensure diverse perspectives are included in policy development
- Provide expert advice on land use policy to other departments, working and advisory committees, and senior leadership
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior staff members to help them develop their skills
- Draft reports, presentations and briefing notes for senior management and City Council
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Urban or Regional Planning or a related degree
- Four (4) years' experience in the area of urban planning or policy development
Assets:
- Master’s Degree
- Membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners
Skills required for success:
- Apply advanced knowledge of land use, transportation, urban design, regulation and the land development process to strategic level policy planning
- Demonstrate advanced project management skills, including project scoping, determination of project outcomes and deliverables, procurement and contract management and project reporting and closeout
- Coordinate detailed interdisciplinary studies and reports in support of plan / policy development
- Conduct research (quantitative and qualitative) to support policy recommendations
- Design and implement public engagement plans and methods, including multi-collaborator meetings, public engagement sessions, Indigenous consultation, ensuring representation of a broad range of interests and perspectives
- Knowledge of Planning legislation in Alberta (the Municipal Government Act) and land development processes in Edmonton and surrounding areas
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly and effectively
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work and track progress
- A collaborative spirit and the ability to work effectively with various parties who have different interests
- Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
- Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
- Applicants may be tested
Work Environment:
- Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
- The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance
The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits.
Up to 1 permanent full-time position
Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week.
Salary: $52.578 - $67.097 (Hourly); $92,629.29 - $118,208.14 (Annually)
Talent Acquisition Consultant: PO/VH
Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.
Classification Title**:** Planner II
Posting Date**:** Sep 17, 2025
Closing Date**:** Oct 1, 2025 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to)****: 1 - Permanent Full-time
Union : CSU 52
Department**:** Planning and Environment Services
Work Location(s)****: 6th Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4
About City of Edmonton
We’re young, ambitious and building something extraordinary. Located on Treaty 6 Territory and with a population of over one million, Edmonton is one of Canada's youngest and fastest growing cities. We’re building a resilient and diverse economy, attracting the best and the brightest and striving to be a world leader in environmental sustainability. We value quality of life, community safety and a welcoming spirit that embraces new people and new ideas.