Emerging Economy Planner

Are you ready to shape the future of our winter city and other emerging economic opportunities in Edmonton? In this dynamic role, you will lead the charge in implementing innovative strategies and policies that will foster economic growth and enhance the quality of life in our community. You will collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, from local businesses and community organizations to international experts, to identify opportunities, address challenges, and promote best practices in urban planning and economic development. If you have a proven track record of success in this field and a passion for making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply to this Planner II position today!

What will you do?

• Work with internal and external stakeholders and advising groups to identify, create and promote opportunities for civic and community engagement
• Provide expertise locally, nationally and internationally on best practices, policies, and implementation of design and winter supports as well as cross-City collaboration on a variety of issues
• Review and analyze projects, plans, and new or revised policies in relation to aspects of City work that are impacted by winter, to determine degree of consistency and appropriateness
• Design, develop, apply and enhance planning information - with particular focus to winter design - to support neighbourhood planning, land use and development activities analysis, and specialized research
• Manages the WinterCity website as well as social media content development and contracting for X/Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. This includes contract management, overseeing contractors and assisting with content development
• Develop and apply forecasting and analysis models where appropriate
• Develop and implement analytical techniques for portfolios within the role, while ensuring appropriate, relevant research is conducted
• Design, implement and evaluate planning projects for WinterCity and Emerging Economy, including developing and administering project schedules, activities, timelines, costs, production and other processes
• Respond to project inquiries of a sensitive or complex nature from council, senior administration, general public, developers and contractors
• Oversee the implementation of WinterCity and various Emerging Economy strategy programs and projects, including developing an annual budget, monitoring expenditures, and providing strategic oversight
• Respond to requests for support from other City of Edmonton business areas
• Plan and host meetings directly related to strategy implementation
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or a degree related to the functions specific to the position
• Minimum of four (4) years’ progressively responsible related experience in areas including public policy implementation, economic development, policy and program development, grant administration, business development, community planning, recreation and/or community-based programs
  
  
  

Skills required for success:

• Knowledge and experience in the principles and practices involved in project management and economic development
• Broad and demonstrated experience in handling projects or areas of specialization that are complex, highly sensitive and that have significant future impact
• Knowledge of standard statistical techniques and research methodology
• Knowledge of urban design, land use planning and control and/or other identified areas of specialization including principles and practices of winter city planning, winter maintenance issues, and leading practices for winter urban design
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations as necessitated by work assignments, including ability to analyze and resolve areas of conflict as appropriate to this position
• Excellent communication, customer service, interpersonal, presentation, time management and organizational skills
• Working knowledge of Google suite and apps
• Alignment to our Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments
• Alignment to our Leadership Competencies
• Applicants may be tested
  
  
  

Working environment:

• This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52.
  
  
  

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected] . Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits .

Up to 1 temporary full-time position for up to 36 months with benefits included

Hours of Work: 33.75

Salary Range: $51.171 - $65.301 (Hourly); $90,150.51 - $115,044.04 (Annually)

Talent Acquisition Consultant: AS/MM