Planner, Policy & Development

Key Responsibilities

• Project management
• Supporting the implementation and review of the Municipal Development Plan
• Supporting the implementation of the newly approved Land Use Bylaw
• Processing subdivision applications, road closures, and bylaw amendments
• Policy writing and report writing
• Community consultation
• Facilitating intermunicipal relations with our counterparts on both the Alberta side and Saskatchewan side of our City
• Aiding in the implementation of the City’s new Area Structure Plan policy
• Supporting the creation and visioning of Area Structure Plans to facilitate future growth
• Supporting the Development Officers regarding development permit reviews
• Reviewing and monitoring current internal processes to ensure alignment with legislation and to continuously improve processes

Qualifications

Our Planning Department is seeking a highly motivated individual who is ready to learn and adapt to the ever-growing City we call home. Preference is given to individuals with a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution in planning or a related field. Registered Professional Planners or those in the process of obtaining their designation are preferred.

Job Expectations

As the successful candidate, you are willing to adapt and learn about the legislative challenges we face as Canada’s border city, be able to respond professionally and creatively to unexpected challenges and shifting workload priorities, and be an independent thinker and problem solver who works well in a collaborative environment.

Compensation and Benefits

The City of Lloydminster offers a full compensation package including opportunities for flexible work arrangements, competitive benefits including $1,000 annually toward a health spending account, a voluntary vacation payment plan, a minimum of three weeks of paid vacation, pension contribution from the employer, free access to City recreation facilities and competitive wages in accordance with the CUPE Collective Agreement Band 7 ($44.48-$47.37/hr).

Additional Context

Over the last two years the City has adopted a new Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw. As the Planning Services Team works through implementation and ongoing monitoring of the documents, this is an existing time of change, growth and opportunity. To date in 2025, the City has approved several multi-million dollar permits (based on construction value) which will continue to entice and spark growth within our community and region.

Lloydminster is a youthful and active community ready to welcome you!