Now Hiring: Development Planner II

Join a team that prioritizes public service and where your work will make a meaningful impact within the community. Parkland County believes in the power of teamwork, approaching challenges with a solution-focused mindset, demonstrating a commitment to respect in all we do and a focus on safety for employees and all those we serve. If you share these values and are ready to contribute to a dynamic organization, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

Job Posting:

#26-39

Status:

Permanent, Full-time

Posting Closes:

April 15, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

Schedule:

35 hours/week (7 hours/day)

Working within the Planning & Development Services department and reporting to the Senior Planner, Development Planning, the Development Planner II is responsible for managing complex development applications and ensuring compliance with land use regulations. This includes interpreting and applying the Municipal Government Act, Parkland County’s Land Use Bylaw, and related policies for effective service delivery of industrial, commercial, and residential development activities. This position leads pre-application meetings, provides expert guidance on bylaw interpretation to the planning team, and facilitate the development review process, including intake and assessment. This role will represent Parkland County by providing informed feedback on bylaw amendments, advise key players, resolves complex planning issues, and delivers technical customer service regarding land use and development permit processes. This position acts as the Development Authority for major development applications and actively contributes to ongoing process improvements.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or a related field.
• Master’s Degree in Planning or a related field is considered an asset.
• Eligibility for membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners and Registered Professional Planner designation in the Alberta Professional Planners Institute is desired.
• Minimum of two (2) to four (4) years of experience and knowledge of the application of Provincial and Municipal planning policies, legislation, processes, procedures, and Statutory Planning documents in the Alberta context.
• Demonstrated ability to make sound and valid decisions on the development proposals and permitting processes and issues.
• Proven ability to manage multiple permit applications and other assigned tasks effectively within the development review framework.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations and streamline work processes, and work cooperatively to provide quality customer service.

Requirements:

• Ability to primarily work in-person at Parkland County Centre – 53109A HWY 779, Parkland County, AB.
• A valid class 5 driver’s license and satisfactory driver’s abstract provided upon hire.
• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required upon hire, excluding candidates under the age of 18 and current Parkland County employees.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

In addition to an organizational priority for employee well-being, satisfaction and development, including access to an on-site gym, an Employee Family Assistant Program, free onsite counselling services, a social club, a health, safety and wellness committee, and comprehensive training and development opportunities, this position will be eligible for:

A Starting Salary of:

$91,400 to $98,900 per year

Max Salary Potential:

$115,600 per year

Benefits Including:

Blue Cross Extended Health and Dental
Defined Pension through LAPP

Work/Life Balance:

Option to join the Earned Day Off Program
Vacation entitlement starting at 3 weeks
Birthday off with pay
Flexible work arrangements including option of one remote day per week

Application Details:

Interested candidates are invited to apply online at parklandcounty.com/Careers. Applications will only be considered through the Parkland County website.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applicants from this posting may be considered for vacancies of the same position for up to three months after posting closure.

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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