The County of Grande Prairie builds on its natural environment and the entrepreneurial spirit of its citizens to provide an unmatched quality of life and opportunity for all. We offer a collaborative and dynamic workplace where our values of Respectful, Strategic and Accountable guide our conduct and contribute to a healthy culture.
Under the direction of the Director, Land and Development Services, the Planning Clerk role is a paraprofessional role analogous to a technician that devotes a significant amount of time to routine administrative tasks, but possesses the skills, knowledge, and experience to perform professional-level duties of limited complexity equivalent to a junior or entry-level Planner.
This is a full-time, temporary position from November 2026 to November 2027.
A Planning Clerk will possess a broad understanding of the principles of development conditions, land use, Safety Codes, and the municipal regulatory framework including the general impacts decisions have on other departments and the community as a whole. The Planning Clerk role serves as the front-line customer service provider for Planning and Development Services customers including applicants, landowners, developers, and agencies in the areas of land use and building construction matters. A Planning Clerk is able to explain the permit application process for development, building, and trades permits as well as the rezoning and subdivision processes.
Daily tasks include:
As the recording secretary for the County’s Municipal Planning Commission, the Planning Clerk also creates and distributes agendas and minutes and coordinates the scheduling and distribution of meeting invites to support the conduction of hybrid board meetings.
The ideal candidate will be a community-minded individual who is able to work with others to enhance the services and needs of County citizens and stakeholders. Candidates should be able to objectively analyze information and requests and apply policies and legislation in a logical and consistent manner that supports the County’s values and operating principles.
As a Planning Clerk, a successful candidate will need to be adaptable, able to refocus and adjust quickly when moving from one application to the next and manage constant interruptions.
Candidates should possess strong communication and comprehension skills and proficiency in time management, organization, and attention to detail. Diligence and being goal-oriented are traits that will enable a successful candidate to thrive in this role.
What We Offer: This is a full-time, temporary position, lasting for 12 months. The County of Grande Prairie provides a competitive compensation package including benefits and vacation.
Work Schedule: This position works 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm with limited opportunities for overtime. This position works out of an open shared office environment.
Hourly Pay Rate: $39.40 - $46.35.
Posting Closing Date: November 9, 2026.
As part of the County of Grande Prairie’s commitment to provide a safe and healthy workplace, we encourage and support a scent-free environment.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. If you would like to include a cover letter, please combine your resume and cover letter as one document and upload while applying. We do not accept applications sent via email.
The County of Grande Prairie recognizes and values the principles of fair hiring practices. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact hr@countygp.ab.ca and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Please note that once your application is complete, you will receive a confirmation email. If we require any additional information we will contact you. Due to the volume of applications received we can only answer questions at the interview stage.
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