Development Officer 1

Organization

City of Wetaskiwin

Alberta

Aug 12, 2026 before 23:30

Full-time Permanent

Planning & development

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Planning and Engineering Services Division

Posting:
Internal/External

Work-Life Balance:
Enjoy a 35-hour workweek (Monday-Friday). Earned Day Off (EDO) eligible!

Competition No. PES-26-14

Welcome to the home of possibility! Do you want to be a part of a different kind of local government? We are a diverse and eager team that knows it can be done better, and we are doing it! Wetaskiwin is a collaborative and inclusive place where we share ideas for making things better and turn these ideas into actionable plans.

Our values are Trust, Resourcefulness, and Integrity. Here, we cultivate well-being through our team's dedication to building positive, trusting, and fulfilling relationships.

Conveniently located only 35 minutes south of Edmonton and 55 minutes north of Red Deer, the City of Wetaskiwin provides all the amenities and quality of life of an urban-rural center.

Working at the intersection of planning and development, this position is a great opportunity to launch your career in local government, providing hands‑on experience while building valuable skills in planning, development, and community engagement. If you enjoy problem‑solving, connecting with people, and seeing the impact of your work come to life, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while growing your career.

The Development Officer I supports responsible community growth by helping residents, businesses, and builders navigate development and business licencing processes with clarity and confidence. This role focuses on lower‑complexity applications, front‑line service, and accurate administration to ensure approvals and information are provided consistently and in accordance with City bylaws, plans, policies, and legislation. Through responsive service and attention to detail, the position helps make development processes accessible, timely, and transparent.

• Reviews standard development permit applications for completeness and accuracy, and issues development permits for permitted and discretionary uses according to the Land Use Bylaw.
• Reviews Real Property Reports for compliance and issues Compliance Certificates accordingly.
• Works with Safety Codes contractor to receive building permit applications and issue building permits as required.

• Acts as the primary customer service touchpoint for development and business licencing applicants.
• Answers customer questions in a timely manner and provides advice and assistance as required.

• Reviews business licence applications and issues licences to ensure compliance with the Land Use Bylaw and Business Licence Bylaw.
• Monitors the status of applications and permits and follows up on outstanding documentation or conditions to ensure timely completion.

• Receives and follows up on complaints pertaining to the Land Use Bylaw.
• Responds to Land Use Bylaw complaints.
• Conducts site inspections as required.
• Prepares enforcement notices, and supports compliance monitoring for standard permits.

• Maintains complete and accurate records of issued permits and licences, compliance certificates, enforcement actions, and other departmental activities, to support efficient service delivery and regulatory compliance.
• Assists in the preparation of Safety Codes Audits and Annual Reviews.
• Assists in preparing materials for Council meetings, Public Hearings, and Open Houses for Development files as required.
• Maintains the Development section of the City's website.
• Facilitates public education initiatives and comprehensive current knowledge of applicable legislation, new trends and literature.

• Post- secondary certificate or diploma in Office Administration is an asset.
• Applied Land Use Planning…