Lamont County is located less than 45 minutes east of Edmonton and is part of Alberta’s Industrial Heartland. With a population of approx. 4,000 and a service area of over 9,500 residents, we contribute to over 40 major industrial companies and investments of over $45B. The county is adjacent to Strathcona County & the City of Fort Saskatchewan, as well as many important municipalities in the region. Lamont County is a great place to work!
We are the Cradle of Ukrainian Settlement in Canada, including the honour of having the first Ukrainian settlers in Canada, and over 40 historical churches—the county is designated the Church Capital of North America. Lamont County is seeking experienced and highly motivated individuals to join our team. We are looking for a full-time Development Officer to work in a fast-paced environment as part of the Planning and Development.
The Development Officer in Lamont County’s Planning and Development Department is responsible for reviewing, processing, and enforcing development permits. Reporting to the Planning and Community Services Director and mentored by the Senior Planning and Development Officer, this role involves working independently or collaboratively, as needed. The Development Officer may also present to the Municipal Planning Commission, Lamont County (County) Council, and other boards or tribunals.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Lamont County is committed to protecting the health and safety of its employees, all personnel are governed by
the County’s Health & Safety Program. This position has the following pre-screening requirements:
- A satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
This position is based on a 35-hour work week, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Lamont County
offers a competitive salary, excellent comprehensive benefit package and participation in the Local Authorities
Pension Plan.