Planning Clerk

Posted on: Jul 31, 2026
Posted by: Thorhild County

Summary

Planning Clerk-Immediate Opening
Temporary-2 Month Term
Potential Opportunity for Permanent Employment
Tuesday-Friday (8:00 am-4:30 pm)

Reporting to the Manager of Planning and Development, Thorhild County is seeking a motivated, experienced individual to provide temporary support.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities Include:

• Must interact with landowners, developers, and the public regarding the planning and development process, including subdivision conditions and compliance certificates.
• Issue and accept permits under Superior Safety Codes, including calculation of fees, updating, and maintenance of E-Site System.
• Act as Secretary of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB), preparing the necessary agenda, minutes and other documents as required.
• Provide administrative support to the Manager of Planning and Development.

Requirements

Qualifications/Education/Experience Required:

• Professional designations and/or equivalent experience in land use planning or an Applied Land Use Planning Certificate (ALUP).
• 1-2 years’ municipal experience in planning and development directly dealing with compliance, permitting, and subdivision processing.
• Knowledge of the Municipal Government Act and applicable regulations pertaining to Planning and Subdivision; and Assessment & Taxation.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw.
• Intermediate skills in MS Office products.
• Strong multitasking skills and the ability to manage projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Successful candidate will be required to provide a Criminal Records Check.

Thorhild County offers a comprehensive benefit program. Salary for this position will be determined by the candidate’s education and experience. The hourly rate of pay range is $34.23-$43.62. Current employees of Thorhild County fulfilling the requirements essential to this position shall be considered.

Position will remain open until suitable candidate is hired.

Job Type

.80 FTE Tuesday-Friday

Employer Contact

No employer contact listed.

Salary Range

$34.23-$43.62

Closing Date

August 14, 2026
Posting ID: 39508