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Job Title:Junior Planner
Job Requisition ID:72793
Ministry:Infrastructure
Location:Edmonton
Full or Part-Time:Full Time
Hours of Work:36.25hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope:Open Competition
Closing Date: August 13 2025
Classification: Program Services 2
Salary: $2345.14 to $3076.28 bi-weekly ($61208 - $80291/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: Infrastructure designs builds manages and maintains government-owned and operated facilities and collaborates with other ministries to ensure that schools hospitals and government facilities infrastructure meet the needs of Albertas population. The Ministry also provides accommodation services and manages a large portfolio of owned and leased facilities while maintaining fiscal accountability and optimizing value for Albertans.
We believe in building careers and providing opportunities to develop within the organization. We also provide our staff with a work-life balance including reasonable hours of work and support for wellness at work with a series of activities over the lunch break and after office short we provide staff with the tools and support they need to excel. Working together we will promote the Alberta Public Service Values of Respect Integrity Accountability and Excellence.
For more information about Alberta Infrastructure please visit .
Role Responsibilities
Reporting to the Planning Manager the Junior Accommodation Planner supports the branch working along with both Strategic and Accommodation Planners with various projects and initiatives. This role is ideal for candidates with a background in interior design architecture or space planning who are passionate about shaping functional and inspiring work environments. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organized analytical and relationship-driven professional to contribute to complex province-wide planning initiatives that support government priorities.
This position is currently based on mobile work arrangement that will allow the candidate to work both from the office and home. The candidate is required to live in Edmonton or within reasonable commuting distance. The home base for the Branch is at the Infrastructure Building 6950-113 Street Edmonton Alberta.
Key Responsibilties:
- Supporting development of high-level space layouts and conceptual designs that align with client program needs and government accommodation standards.
- Applying principles of interior design and workplace strategy to optimize space functionality flow and user experience.
- Supporting internal teams and design consultants to review and refine layout proposals ensuring alignment with project goals and stakeholder expectations.
- Supporting the development of long-term regional facility and accommodation plans in alignment with asset management principles.
- Identifying and recommending short-term space solutions that align with long-term strategies.
- Gathering and analyzing data to prepare lease renewal instructions space allocation plans and project documentation.
- Maintaining accurate project information and supporting Branch performance reporting.
- Collaborating with Strategic Planners Asset Analytics and Ministry clients to ensure informed and responsive planning decisions and accuracy of information.
- Engaging with external client stakeholders as requested in support of strategic objectives for Non-Government User policy implementation.
- Conducting site visits in various buildings throughout the province to support decisions for client program delivery needs as well as identify opportunities to reduce government costs associated with accommodation through lease terminations.
Role Continued
To be successful in this role you will draw on your strong analytical decision making time management and interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships with client and stakeholders. The position requires travel to various sites across the province to support project delivery. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for effectively collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders.
Consider joining a team where your planning skills will directly support the responsible use of public infrastructure. Apply today and help shape the spaces where Alberta delivers its most essential services.
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Qualifications
Required: University degree in Interior Design Urban/ Regional Planning or related no experience required; or equivalent as described
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 of education.
For Example:
Related 1 year certificate PLUS a minimum 3 years of experience.
Related 2-year diploma PLUS a minimum 2 years of experience.
Related minimum 4 years of experience.
The successful candidate MUST also have:
- Class 5 drivers licence or equivalent and ability to provide a clear driver abstract.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Word Excel Teams Outlook).
Assets:
- Understand and use appropriate planning tools (such as AutoCAD) and methods.
- Basic understanding of workplace design principles.
- Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to convey design ideas clearly.
- Experience working on group projects or in team environments (e.g. school studios internships volunteer work).
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks or project components.
- Apply strong writing skills for creation of presentations correspondence and executive communication.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings space standards and policy documents.
- Familiarity with data analysis and report preparation.
- Knowledge of government planning processes asset management principles and relevant legislation (e.g. Municipal Government Act FOIP).
- Experience with government systems such as BLIMS.
- Familiarity with real estate leasing or infrastructure project planning in the public sector.
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to
Terms of Employment: Permanent Full-time position
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Location: Edmonton
Traveling will consist of 10-20% of the work schedule.
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
What the GoA has to offer:
- Working for the Alberta Public Service - Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - .
- Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - learning and development - Alberta Public Service Careers tool .
- Positive workplace culture and work-life 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 post-secondary 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 Lavanya Jothinataraj at .
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
