Industrial Policy Planner (Planner I)

City Of Edmonton; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 139,758,000 - 176,589,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

The City of Edmonton is seeking a Planner I to lead planning initiatives and amendments to industrial Area Structure Plans in alignment with strategic objectives. You will coordinate with internal teams and external collaborators to review land development applications for policy alignment and provide clear recommendations.

This temporary role emphasizes engagement with landowners and industry, preparation of bylaws and council reports, and collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or related field.
• At least 2 years of planning experience in land use policy or land development planning.
• Asset: Project Management certification or formal training.
• Strong policy interpretation and link between strategy and municipal tools.
• Collaborative approach to integrate diverse perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Support changes to industrial Area Structure Plans under the direction of a Principal Industrial Policy Planner.
• Propose policy updates to advance corporate growth objectives.
• Maintain project management tools (charters, Gantt charts, decision logs, risk registers).
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate engagement with landowners, industry representatives and stakeholders.
• Prepare plan amendment bylaws, council reports, presentations, and plan consolidation documents.
• Review LDAs for policy alignment and attend pre-application meetings.
• Formulate clear recommendations to Planning Coordination and Development Services.
• Collaborate across City departments to understand impacts and trade-offs.

Skills

Policy interpretation

Collaborative approach

Engagement strategies

Organizational skills

Written communication

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning

Tools

Gantt charts

Job description

Job Number: 55910Join our team in shaping the future of Edmonton’s urban landscape! We are seeking a dedicated professional to lead key planning initiatives that directly impact our growing community.This temporary position leads a project to prepare amendments to industrial Area Structure Plans in alignment with the Industrial Investment Action Plan. Working closely with internal teams and external collaborators, you will support the creation or amendment of industrial Area Structure Plans. You will also review land development applications to evaluate policy alignment and deliver recommendations.What will you do?Support changes to industrial Area Structure Plans under the direction of a Principal Industrial Policy PlannerPropose policy and regulatory document updates that advance corporate growth objectivesMaintain project management tracking tools such as charters, Gantt charts, decision logs, and risk registersPlan, coordinate, and facilitate engagement activities with industrial landowners, industry representatives, and other interested or affected partiesPrepare plan amendment bylaws, council reports, presentations, and plan consolidation documentsSupport the creation of new industrial Area Structure Plans, including drafting policy content and mapsReview industrial land development applications (LDAs) for policy alignment and attend pre-application meetingsFormulate clear recommendations to Planning Coordination and Development ServicesCollaborate across City departments to understand the impacts and trade-offs of proposed policy changesQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or a related degree focused on positional functionsMinimum of two (2) years of related planning experience in land use policy or land development planningAssets:Project Management certification or formal trainingSkills required for success:Policy interpretation and linking strategic direction to municipal implementation toolsStrong collaborative approach to integrate perspectives from diverse collaboratorsEffective engagement strategies when connecting with landowners and members of the publicStrong organizational skills to manage tasks independently, document decisions, and maintain project schedulesClear written communication for preparing reports, bylaws, and presentationsCritical thinking to evaluate trade-offs and resolve complex policy challengesAdaptability in working alongside multi-disciplinary teams across departmentsAlignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusionConditions of Employment:Applicants may be testedWork Environment:Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement, and the incumbent will be notified in advanceThis role works primarily in an indoor settingThe City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefitsUp to 1 temporary full-time for up to 11 monthsHours of Work: 40 hours per weekSalary Range: $48.774 - $61.628 (Hourly)Recruitment Consultant: JF/SOEdmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis NationClassification Title: Planner IPosting Date: Aug 20, 2026Closing Date: Sept 03, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Temporary Full-timeUnion : CSU 52Department: Planning and Environment ServicesWork Location(s):8th Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4