Strategic Advisor, Planning and Development

Salary :

$95,732 - 124,924.8 yearly

Company : City Of Beaumont

Job Type : Full Time

Beaumont, Ab

Number of Applicants

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Job Description - Strategic Advisor, Planning and Development

The City of Beaumont is a rapidly growing community of more than 25,000 residents, located on Edmonton’s southern boundary and minutes from the Edmonton International Airport. Our growth and strategic location create exciting opportunities to shape Beaumont’s future through innovative and forward-thinking planning.

The Planning and Development Department guides this growth through development planning, long‑range and regional planning, and safety codes services. We are a collaborative, relentlessly curious, and purpose‑driven team committed to problem‑solving and community building. We are seeking a Strategic Advisor to join our team.

As the Strategic Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in redefining how our city grows and develops. Reporting to the Director, Planning and Development, this role drives continuous improvement across the end-to-end development process by bringing consistency, clarity, and certainty to how work gets done. This role offers the opportunity to redefine suburban development, champion high‑quality urban design, and help shape Beaumont as a vibrant and livable community.

We are a small, ambitious organization that isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo. This position places you at the centre of impactful initiatives within one of the Edmonton Metropolitan Region’s fastest-growing communities. Our collaborative and professional team values creativity, strong relationships, and practical problem-solving. The ideal candidate thrives on new challenges, sees connections others may miss, and balances innovative thinking with sound judgment and results-focused action.

What YOU’RE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

Lead complex, end‑to‑end planning and development initiatives from concept through implementation, ensuring projects are delivered on time and aligned with corporate priorities.
Drive continuous improvement by analyzing systems, trends, and data to modernize processes, eliminate inefficiencies, and improve service delivery.
Apply proven methodologies (process mapping, Lean, design thinking, user‑journey analysis) to redesign and streamline the development process.
Build strong, trusted relationships across departments and with external stakeholders to advance shared goals and remove barriers.
Provide effective change leadership by assessing impacts, aligning initiatives to business objectives, and guiding the organization through transformation.
Communicate complex information clearly through reports, dashboards, KPIs, and strategic messaging to support informed decision‑making.
Conduct research, develop performance metrics, and create standard tools and procedures that strengthen organizational planning capability.
Serve as a trusted strategic advisor, providing sound judgment, professional discretion, and recommendations to senior leadership.

What YOU Bring:

Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in in planning. Previous supervisory and leadership experience, project management experience or training, or prior experience working in a private consulting is an asset.
Undergraduate degree in Planning, Geography, or another related field.
Professional Membership with the Alberta Professional Planners Institute (Registered Professional Planner – RPP) or eligible.
Advanced knowledge of municipal legislation, land use planning principles, and growth management strategies.
A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset, demonstrated problem solving skills, and the ability to juggle multiple deadlines and tasks within a fast paced, high-volume environment.
Strong story-telling skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly in both written and oral formats to diverse audiences.
Ability to relate strategic planning initiatives to policy implementation and awareness and sensitivity towards the current political and economic environment and its impact on the planning environment.
Familiarity with Continuous Improvement tools and techniques such as Lean Six Sigma, methodology and process mapping software is an asset
A sharp eye for identifying weak points in processes and organizational structures.
Experience and practical knowledge of computer software (Microsoft Office Suite).
Project Management Professional (PM) and Change Management certification is an asset.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

What WE Offer:

A salary range of $95,732.00 - $124,924.80 per annum (based on experience and qualifications).
Comprehensive benefits package, including employer paid Health and Dental benefit, eligibility to participate in our Earned Day Off and Hybrid Work Programs, and an annual Health Wellness and Learning Spending Account.
Enrolment in Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP).
Membership to the Beaumont Sport and Recreation Centre
A commitment to fostering a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages continuous improvement and new ideas.
35-hour work week (some evening and weekend work may be required)
And an amazing team to work with!!

If you meet these qualifications, please email your cover letter and resume as one document by 9:00 am on May 19, 2026.

The City of Beaumont is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. This means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected. Any persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected]

Information For Applicants:

Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system. If you have any difficulties, please reach out to our HR department.
We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Final candidates for this position will be required to undergo pre-employment screening, including reference checks, education verification, and a criminal record check.

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