Economic Growth Specialist

Salary :

$83,100 - 93,500 yearly

Company : Parkland County

Job Type : Contract

Parkland County, Ab

Number of Applicants

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Job Description - Economic Growth Specialist

Now Hiring: Economic Growth Specialist

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.

Job Posting:	#26-57	Status:	Temporary, Full-time
Posting Closes:	May 20, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.	Schedule:	35 hours/week (7 hours/day) Working from approximately June to December, 2026

Working within the Strategic Growth department and reporting to the Manager, Economic Growth, the Economic Growth Specialist delivers technical support, programs and services that advance business investment and growth with a primary focus on new and local businesses. This position will be solutions-focused in delivering regulatory information and pathfinding services to business owners as they navigate the County’s permit processes, as well as identifying and referring to other business support services. Guided by Parkland County’s strategic plan, the Economic Growth Specialist will lead public education programs and service delivery improvements, using an equity lens, to support a vibrant and prosperous business community and further the County’s reputation as business friendly.
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:

Post-Secondary Diploma in Business Administration, Urban and/or Regional Planning, Economic Development, Arts, or a related field. A Degree in a related field would be considered an asset.
Minimum of three (3) years of related experience in economic growth and/or business attraction & retention.
Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP), Alberta Professional Planning Institute (APPI), or Alberta Development would be considered an asset.
Public engagement/participation certificate would be considered an asset.
Familiarity with planning and development permit processes, the Municipal Government Act, Zoning Bylaws and Alberta Safety Code and other relevant statutory plans, policies, procedures, and bylaws would be considered an asset.
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication, active listening and negotiation skills.
Strong relationship-building skills, customer service skills and the ability to remain diplomatic and tactful when dealing with the public.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and SharePoint, and ability to quickly learn and adapt to new programs.

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:

A Starting Salary of:

$83,100 to $93,500 per year

Max Salary Potential:

$105,200 per year

Benefits Including:	Blue Cross Extended Health and Dental
Work/Life Balance:	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

Application Details:
Interested candidates are invited to apply online at parklandcounty.com/Careers. Applications will only be considered through the Parkland County website.

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 [email protected].

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