Manager of Planning & Development

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Job Type Management / Administration
Organization Town of Drumheller
Closing date
Job Description

Your Opportunity to Lead:

The Town of Drumheller is looking for a Manager of Planning & Development who can bring practical leadership to complex files, create clear and consistent processes, and help turn good development opportunities into results.

Reporting to the Director of Recreation & Community Services, this role leads the Town’s planning and development function and works closely with Council, municipal departments, developers, residents, businesses, and community partners. You’ll guide planning and development services, support responsible growth and economic development, and help ensure the Town’s processes are clear, responsive, and grounded in both policy and what works in practice.

This is an opportunity for someone who can see the bigger picture without losing sight of what it takes to move a file from idea to implementation.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead the Town’s planning and development function, providing practical direction on land-use matters, development activity, policy, and complex files.
  • Build clear, consistent processes that help applicants understand what is required, what comes next, and how decisions are made.
  • Support a responsive, service-focused approach to development while ensuring legislative, regulatory, and municipal requirements are met.
  • Work constructively with developers, residents, businesses, and community partners to identify issues early and help move viable projects forward.
  • Connect planning decisions with Operations, Corporate Services, infrastructure, and capital priorities so approved development can be successfully implemented.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to planning and development staff, supporting strong technical work, accountability, and professional growth.

Position Details:

  • Employment Category: Permanent Full Time
  • Hours of Work: 37.5 Hours per Week (Monday to Friday)
  • Compensation: $93,541.98 - $118,747.87 per annum.

 

 

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Next Steps:

If you’re ready to bring practical leadership, sound judgment, and a solutions-focused approach to one of Alberta’s most distinctive communities, we’d like to hear from you. Please submit your cover letter and résumé through the Careers section of the Town of Drumheller website, this position will remain open until filled.

 

Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as interviews may begin before the closing date.