Job Description

Join a team that prioritizes public service, where your work will make a meaningful impact within the community. Parkland County believes in the power of teamwork, fostering a collaborative environment across departments to improve efficiency and innovation. With a solution-focused mindset, we approach challenges with resilience. Parkland County is committed to respect, working to uphold transparency, inclusion, and accountability in all decision-making. With a focus on safety, we create a supportive and safe environment for employees and the public. If you share these values and are ready to contribute to a dynamic and caring organization, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

Now Hiring: Senior Planner, Liaison Services (Competition #25-85)

Parkland County has an opportunity for a permanent, full-time Senior Planner, Liaison Services position in the Planning & Development Services Department. Reporting to the Director, Planning & Development Services, the Senior Planner, Liaison Service requires a high degree of professional responsibility and political acuity to guide and facilitate the most complex, politically sensitive, and/or high-profile applications within the Planning & Development Department. Using a project management approach, this position acts as a direct line of communication for applicants and will coordinate, facilitate and manage land development and building projects through the full life cycle, from inception to occupancy to being fully operational. This position also assists the Director, Planning & Development Services with business planning for the department, employing an adaptive management approach to continuously review and reflect on key performance indicators and the strategic goals of Council.



The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:Bachelor's Degree in Land Use Planning, Planning & Development, Urban Design, Environmental Science, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Geography, or a related discipline. Master's Degree in Planning or a related field is considered an asset. Five (5) to Seven (7) years of related planning experience with some supervisory experience. Strong working knowledge of land use planning practices and the ability to analyze and evaluate complex challenges to form effective decisions. Excellent writing, presentation, negotiation, organization, and time management skills with the ability to work within tight timelines with an often steady, heavy workload. Ability to build and maintain relationships with groups with different expertise, external groups, senior management, the public and Council. Possession of a valid class 5 driver's license and satisfactory driving record is required.

The total rewards package for this position includes:

A starting annual salary of $109,500 to $118,500, with a maximum earning potential for this pay range of $138,500, 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, and personal days are offered. 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 parklandcounty.com/Careersby Friday, September 26, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.



The primary work location for this position is Parkland County Centre - 53109A Hwy 779, Parkland County, AB.




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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