Planning Lead 69145
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Job Title:Planning Lead
Job Requisition ID:69145
Ministry:Environment and Protected Areas
Location:Edmonton(other locations will be considered)
Full or PartTime:Full Time
Hours of Work:36.25hours per week
Permanent/Temporary:Permanent
Scope:Open Competition
Closing Date:April 24 2025
Classification:Program Services 5
Salary: $3076.28 to $4053.05 biweekly $80290 $105784/year)
The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion please visit: support Albertans in being proud stewards of air land water and biodiversity by leading the work required for the desired environmental outcomes and sustainable development of natural resources.
For more information about the Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas please visit our website at: Responsibilities
Are you passionate about land stewardship environmental sustainability and shaping the future of Albertas natural landscapes Albertas Integrated Resource Management System (IRMS) supports the environmental economic and social outcomes that Albertans expect through sound land use planning cumulative effects management and sustainable resource development.
We are seeking a Planning Lead to provide strategic leadership and coordination for land use planning initiatives in central and southern Alberta. This position plays a key role in delivering the departments mandate ensuring consistency and integration across planning levels and scalesfrom local to regional.
As a Planning Lead you will:
Lead the development of subregional and local land use plans that align with environmental economic and social objectives.
Lead the Departments input into regional plans.
Ensure land use planning supports sustainable use of Crown lands for Albertans industry and Indigenous traditional practices while protecting Albertas watersheds landscapes and biodiversity.
Collaborate with Indigenous communities municipalities stakeholders and crossministry partners to build integrated planning approaches.
Lead and mentor a team of planners and specialists providing coaching strategic direction and performance oversight.
Manage complex multiyear planning initiatives and ensure adherence to timelines budgets and project objectives.
Prepare highlevel briefings for executive leadership the Minister and Cabinet regarding policy shifts or new legislative directions.
Foster an inclusive respectful and accountable culture aligned withGovernment of Alberta values.
The successful candidate will demonstrate critical thinking and problemsolving skills strong communication skills political acumen and a strong commitment to client service and building collaborative relationships.
Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.
APS Competencies
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
University graduation in a related field (e.g. natural resources management landuse planning geological sciences environmental planning Planning Economics Engineering Civil Engineering) plus 6 years progressively responsible related experience in land use planning; or equivalent as described below.
Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:
1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
1 year of experience for 1 year education.
Other mandatory requirements:
Proven leadership experience including team supervision and project management in complex multistakeholder environments.
Strong interpersonal negotiation and communication skills particularly in working with Indigenous communities industry NGOs and other government departments.
Knowledge of Albertas land use framework environmental legislation and Indigenous and Treaty rights.
Experience integrating Traditional Ecological Knowledge into planning is a strong asset.
Experience in GIS will be considered as an asset.
The position requires the following skills and abilities:
Excellent interpersonal skills to develop productive working relationships.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Consultation facilitation and issues resolution skills including consensus building encouraging and motivating.
Time management and client relations skills.
Strong analytic and problemsolving skills.
Organization coordination and project management skills.
Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.
Ability to effectively engage a variety of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to work cooperatively and productively with others to achieve agreed upon goals and set up inclusive and collaborative programs/initiatives.
Ability to weigh multiple perspectives to maximize results and recommend the most appropriate solution.
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job to
This position is a fulltime permanent opportunity.
Edmonton location is preferred but other locations will be considered.
This position works Monday to Friday 8:15 AM4:30 PM 36.25 hours a week.
In your application please a include cover page detailing your interest and role related experience. In your resume include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also please indicate whether your work experience is casual parttime or fulltime. For example January 15 2006 June 25 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).
This position will require final candidates to undergo a security clearance.
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Outofprovince applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
What we offer:
Working for the Alberta Public Service Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) .
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Positive workplace culture and worklife balance.
Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
Leadership and mentorship programs.
How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements including education experience and relevant examples of required competencies.
Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles for more information.
It is recommended applicants who have completed postsecondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process please contact Jane McEwen TAS Administrator via email at .
Employment Type
Full-Time
