Parkland County is hiring a
Development Officer I (Competition #25-23)

Job Description:

• Parkland County has an opportunity for a temporary, full-time Development Officer I position in the Planning & Development Services Department until approximately December 2025. Reporting to the Senior Planner, Development Planning, the Development Officer I must demonstrate strong technical planning, presentation, and time management skills as this position is primarily responsible for processing residential development permit applications, presenting decisions to applicable Appeal Board, and responding to compliance certificate requests. The Development Officer I will demonstrate excellent customer service skills through regular interaction with the County's customer base, providing timely information as it relates to development processes and Parkland County's Land Use Bylaw. When required, the Development Officer I will also provide backup support for the responsibilities of the Development Officer II.

Requirements:

• Post-Secondary Diploma in Planning or a related field.
• Completion of Applied Land Use Planning Certificate.
• Minimum of two to four years of experience and knowledge of land use planning practices.
• Demonstrated ability to respond to and anticipate customer needs in a professional manner with strong conflict resolution, active listening, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, effectively prioritizing high volumes of work with competing timelines.
• Demonstrate ability to analyze and evaluate complex challenges to form effective decisions.
• Possession of a valid class 5 driver's license and satisfactory driving record is required.

Benefits:

• A starting annual salary of $68,000 to $70,700, with a maximum earning potential for this position of $86,000, based on a 35-hour work week and the option to join the Earned Day Off Program.
• Extended health and dental benefits, access to our confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program, paid sick time, three weeks vacation a year with your birthday off.
• Flexible work arrangements allowing hybrid-remote work options and personal days are offered.
• Access to physical fitness, including an employee on-site gym and lunch exercise programs, a Social Club, a wellness & health committee, and a comprehensive training program with extensive learning and development opportunities.