Open Space Planner I

Join the Urban Growth and Open Space team to help shape the future of Edmonton’s land use and environmental landscape. This temporary full-time role offers a professional opportunity to impact how our city grows and how our natural spaces are preserved.

As a Planner, you will perform professional-level work in land use, active transportation, environmental, and open space planning. You will lead a variety of projects, generating recommendations and developing policies that align with provincial legislation and municipal regulations.

What will you do?

Research, develop, and guide the implementation of city-wide policies for land use and open space

Review and participate in the development of new neighbourhood plans and statutory plan amendments

Evaluate rezoning, subdivision, and land development applications throughout the city and the North Saskatchewan River Valley

Collaborate with internal and external community partners to promote best practices in environmental planning

Respond to complex inquiries from City Council, media, and the general public

Conduct research and provide accurate, customized information for various audiences

Contribute to city-wide strategic level policies and interdisciplinary studies

Support engagement plans and methods for interested and/or affected parties

Implement "Breathe: Edmonton’s Green Network Strategy" by prioritizing projects across departments

Provide subject matter expertise to ensure the success of branch and department initiatives

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Environmental Studies, or a related field

Minimum of 2 years of progressively relevant experience in planning, policy development, public engagement, and project management

Assets

Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, or Environmental Studies

Skills required for success

Application of land use, active transportation, and environmental policy planning principles

Proficiency in municipal service delivery for parks, recreation, and open space planning

Execution of detailed research and analysis on short notice

Effective communication of complex information through professional-level writing and verbal presentations

Management of large workloads and prioritization of tasks within short timeframes

Negotiation and collaboration with diverse groups to achieve corporate priorities

Application of statistical techniques and qualitative/quantitative research methodologies

Utilization of computer systems for mapping, design applications, and data management

Building of professional networks and effective working relationships across City Departments

Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)

Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment

Applicants may be tested

Work 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 52

The 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 advance

This role works primarily in an indoor setting

Availability to attend events during the evenings and weekends may be required from time to time

This is a public-facing role and requires engagement and interaction with diverse people from various backgrounds with different needs, expectations and emotional states

The 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 employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.

Up to 1 permanent full-time position

Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week

Salary Range: $51.611 - $65.218 (Hourly); $90,925.680 - $114,897.810 (Annually)

Recruitment Consultant: JF/SO

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

Classification Title: Planner I

Job Number 55234

Posting Date May 14, 2026

Closing Date May 21, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)

Number of Openings (up to) 1 - Permanent Full-time

Union CSU 52

Department Planning and Environment Services

Work Location(s) 7th Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4

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