Planner, Policy & Development

• Pay or shift range: $44.48 CAD to $47.37 CAD
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PLANN
  001034

Are you looking for a challenging, dynamic and innovative job to fall in love with? Then look no further.

This is an exciting time at the City of Lloydminster and as a Planner, Policy & Development, your experience will range from policy implementation to creating planning documents from the ground up. Key roles include:

• 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 facility future growth;
• Supporting the Development Officers regarding development permit reviews; and
• Reviewing and monitoring current internal processes to ensure alignment with legislation and to continuously improve processes.

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.

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.

The City of Lloydminster offers a full compensation package including opportunities for flexible work arrangements, competitive benefits including $1,000 annually towards 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).

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.

Contingent upon budget approval, there is ongoing need for the comprehensive review of that statutory documents which effect our City on both the Alberta and Saskatchewan sides of our border.

Living in Lloydminster offers a range of urban, recreational and outdoor activities, including:

• enjoying local restaurants;
• attending community events including Heritage Days, Street Fest, Winter Fest, and Lloyd Ex Fair;
• enjoying activities at Bud Miller All Seasons Park like tennis, pickleball, ultimate frisbee, beach volleyball, minigolf, walking, skating, cross-country skiing and swimming;
• visiting the movie theatre;
• shopping at big-name stores and local shops;
• attending numerous community and sports events;
• easy day trips to Edmonton or Saskatoon; and
• camping, hiking, and fishing at nearby lakes.

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

Reporting to the Manager, Planning, the Planner, Policy & Development provides professional expertise in statutory planning, policy development, and community planning. Working with internal departments, the public, and external partners, the Planner interprets planning legislation, evaluates complex land-use issues, and ensures growth is managed sustainably. Key responsibilities include preparing, reviewing, and approving statutory planning documents, developing planning policies, and providing informed advice that is supported and upholds the public good.

• Reviews and processes applications to amend statutory planning documents, including but not limited to the Municipal Development Plan (MDP), Land Use Bylaw (LUB) and Area Structure Plans (ASP).
• Reviews and processes…