Senior Legislative Advisor

Posted on: Aug 5, 2026
Posted by: Town of Didsbury

Summary

Didsbury is a town of approximately 5,268 residents, located 80 kilometres north of Calgary.  We sit approximately halfway between Calgary and Red Deer and an hour’s drive to the Rockies. Didsbury offers small community living with big city amenities just a short drive away.

Didsbury is a family-focused community with three schools, a hospital, public library, and robust recreational facilities, including a newly renovated 2-surface arena, 5-lane swimming pool, 4-sheet curling rink, ball diamonds, Skate Park, golf course and numerous playgrounds and pathways. The top industries in the community include Agriculture, Construction, Real Estate, Professional Services and Transportation.

Key Responsibilities

The Town of Didsbury is seeking a highly organized and proactive professional to join our team as the Senior Legislative Advisor.  This position is responsible for document management, statutory compliance, and overseeing legislative workflows to guarantee strict compliance with the Municipal Government Act (MGA) and Town of Didsbury bylaws.

This opportunity is best suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment with a positive and outgoing personality. The candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organized.

Requirements

Required

  • Post-secondary degree or diploma in political science, policy administration, or an equivalent.
  • A minimum of three years of relevant experience in a similar position.
  • In-depth knowledge of Access to Information Act (ATIA) and Protection of Privacy Act (POPA) frameworks.
  • Commissioner of Oath appointment, or ability to obtain within one year.
  • Experience in policy and/or bylaw writing.
  • Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Clerk certificate and Assessment Review Board or ability to obtain within one year.
  • Experience in Municipal setting.
  • Experience working with escribe.

 Desired

  • Completion or working toward NACLAA Level 1.

Job Type

Full-Time

Employer Contact

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Salary Range

No salary range listed.

Closing Date

August 21, 2026
Posting ID: 39556