Now Hiring: Planning & Development Summer Student

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:

#26-42

Status:

Temporary, Full-time Short Term

Posting Closes:

April 16, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

Schedule:

35 hours/week (7 hours/day)
Approximately May to end of August 2026

Working within the Planning & Development Services department and under the direction of the Senior Planner, Development Planning, the Planning & Development Summer Student will assist the development planning team with processing development permit applications and responding to compliance certificate requests. This role will demonstrate excellent customer service skills through regular interaction with the County’s customer base, providing timely information as it relates to development processes and Parkland County’s Land Use Bylaw. This position is a great opportunity for students enrolled in a Planning Degree or Applied Land Use Planning Certificate program, looking to gain valuable experience in municipal planning and development services.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:

• High-school diploma and currently enrolled in a Planning Degree or Applied Land Use Planning Certificate program.
• Excellent customer services and good conflict resolution, active listening and communication skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively while working with competing timelines.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate challenges to aid in decision making.
• Knowledge of land use planning practices.

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 Rate of Pay of:

$25.82 to $29.01 per hour

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.

6jr8KQUApx