Who you are?
You are an experienced, solutions-oriented planner with a strong technical foundation and the ability to manage high-impact projects independently. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a keen eye for detail, and can provide clear guidance to staff and stakeholders.
Your qualifications include:
- A degree in Regional and Urban Planning, Urban Design, Environmental Science, Landscape Architecture, Geography, or a related field.
- Membership or eligibility for membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) or Alberta Professional Planners Institute (APPI).
- Minimum five (5) years of professional planning experience, ideally with municipal exposure and high-complexity development projects.
- Proven ability to interpret legislation, bylaws, and policies with sound professional judgment.
- Valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s licence (or equivalent) and comfort performing site visits as required.
- Experience working with CityView permit processing software (or similar digital permitting software) will be an asset.
Your key strengths include:
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to committees, Council, and public forums.
- Strong project management skills, including leading planning studies, Land Use Bylaw reviews, and multi-stakeholder initiatives.
- A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach that inspires confidence, fosters teamwork, and ensures effective guidance to staff and stakeholders.
What we Offer?
At the City of Leduc, you’ll find more than just a job — you’ll find purpose, balance, and the chance to make a real impact in a growing community. While this is a temporary, full-time position, you will gain:
- Leadership experience in high visibility planning initiatives.
- The opportunity to work on challenging projects that shape Leduc’s built environment.
- Collaboration with a talented and supportive team of municipal professionals.
- Mentorship opportunities and skill development in policy, land use regulation, and complex planning.
- A professional environment that values innovation, problem-solving, and practical impact.
- A free annual pass to City of Leduc recreation facilities, including drop-in programs.
Important Notes!
- This position is a maternity leave coverage, ending December 31, 2026
- The successful candidate must provide a current Criminal Record Check at their own expense.
- Please include a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with this role
Ready to Join Us?
If you are a highly skilled planner looking for an impactful opportunity to shape Leduc’s development landscape, apply today at www.leduc.ca/careers and make a meaningful contribution to one of Alberta’s fastest-growing communities.
Competition closes at 11:59 pm (MT) on November 07, 2025. Due to the high volume of resumes received, we are not able to respond to individual phone calls. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same or lower classification level. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
