Municipal Land Advisor

Parkland-County; Stony Plain; Hybrid; CAD 83,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Employee Family Assistant Program

Free onsite counselling

Social club

Health, safety and wellness committee

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Parkland County is seeking a Municipal Land Advisor to manage Crown Dispositions and related land rights, reporting to the Municipal Land Specialist.

The ideal candidate holds a post‑secondary diploma in Business, Land Administration, Real Estate or Planning with 2–4 years’ drafting experience, and familiarity with provincial statutes. In‑person role at Parkland County Centre, AB, with flexible work options.

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Diploma in Business, Land Administration, Real Estate, Planning or related field.
• 2–4 years drafting legal land agreements with conditions reflecting use and regulatory requirements.
• Certification in Property Management and accreditation from IRWA or similar is an asset.
• Strong administrative, oral communication and technical writing skills.
• Familiarity with MGA, Land Titles Act, Surface Rights Act and related regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

• Manage Crown Dispositions and interests in Parkland County lands and rights‑of‑way (leases, licenses, encroachments, etc.).
• Act as subject‑matter expert for land use requests and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with provincial statutes and regulatory bodies to achieve resolutions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Administrative skills

Oral communication

Technical writing

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Post-Secondary Diploma in Business

Land Administration

Real Estate

Planning

Tools

Spin II

ETS/EDS land software

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Now Hiring: Municipal Land Advisor

Join a team that prioritizes public service and where your work will make a meaningful impact within the community. Parkland County believes in the power of teamwork, approaching challenges with a solution-focused mindset, demonstrating a commitment to respect in all we do and a focus on safety for employees and all those we serve. If you share these values and are ready to contribute to a dynamic organization, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

Contract type and working hours: Permanent, Full-time. Schedule: 35 hours/week (7 hours/day)

Working within the Strategic Growth Department and reporting to the Municipal Land Specialist, the Municipal Land Advisor is responsible for the management of Parkland County-held Crown Dispositions and interests in Parkland County lands and rights-of-way, such as but not limited to Leases, Licenses of Occupation, Encroachments, Access and Temporary Use/Workspace. This position acts as a subject matter expert for land use requests and concerns pertaining to Parkland County titled lands, closed road allowances and minerals rights, and determines and achieves resolution based on regulatory requirements, County standards and industry best practice.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:

• Post-SecondaryDiploma inBusiness, Land Administration, Real Estate, Planning or a related field.
• Minimum oftwo (2) to four (4) years of experience drafting legal land agreements with conditions reflective of use, land and aligning with regulatory requirements.
• Certification in Property Management and Accreditation through the International Right of Way Association, Alberta Association of Surface Land Agents or similar would be considered assets.
• Highly organized with strong administrative, oral communication and technical writing skills.
• Experience working with multiple Provincial Statutes and Regulations, such as the Municipal Government Act, Land Titles Act, Surface Rights Act. Familiarity with regulatory bodies such as Alberta Energy Regulator, Alberta Environment and Parks, Alberta Utilities Commission, and the Canada Energy Regulator.
• Proficient in the use of computer applications, including Microsoft Office, Spin II, Electronic Transfer System (ETS)/Electronic Disposition System (EDS) land software and ArcGIS.
• Database and legal document retention experience would be considered an asset.
• Proficient in interpreting land titles under the Torrens Land Titles system, reading registered survey plans and an understanding of the Dominion Land Survey system.

Requirements:

• Ability to primarily work in-person at Parkland County Centre - 53109A HWY 779, Parkland County, AB.
• A valid class 5 driver’s license and current, satisfactory driver’s abstract provided upon hire.
• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required upon hire, excluding candidates under the age of 18 and current Parkland County employees.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

In addition to an organizational priority for employee well-being, satisfaction and development, including access to an on-site gym, an Employee Family Assistant Program, free onsite counselling services, a social club, a health, safety and wellness committee, and comprehensive training and development opportunities, this position will be eligible for:

• Starting Salary: $83,100 to $93,500 per year
• Max Salary: $105,200 per year
• Blue Cross Extended Health and Dental
• Defined Pension through LAPP
• Option to join the Earned Day Off Program
• Vacation entitlement starting at 3 weeks
• Birthday off with pay
• Flexible work arrangements including option of one remote day per week

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applicants from this posting may be considered for vacancies of the same position for up to three months after posting closure.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes, respects and values the multivariate diversity of current and prospective employees. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodation throughout the recruitment and employment process. If you have any questions regarding this, please connect with our team at [e-mail].