Employment Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in one of our advertised positions. You can submit an application online, by email, fax, by regular mail, or in person at the County office. Our offices are located 2.5 miles west of the Highway 2 and Highway 12 interchange, at the intersection of Highway 12 and the Spruceville Road. Office hours are 8:30 to 4:30 Monday through Fridays, except for holidays.

Mailing address: Human Resources, Lacombe County, RR3, Lacombe AB T4L 2N3

Fax: 403-782-3820

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Lacombe County is looking for a talented Development Officer to play a key role in shaping the communities within Lacombe County. This is a permanent, full-time position (Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm, 7 hours/day).

We’re looking for someone who has the ability to exercise a considerable amount of judgment, action, tact, and initiative in performing duties. A sound understanding of planning theory, land use concepts, and policy planning issues is required, along with excellent verbal, written and listening communication skills. Confident presentation skills are essential.

What does Lacombe County have to offer?
We’re situated in the middle of Edmonton and Calgary, in the midst of incredible landscapes, away from the stresses of the major cities. Lacombe County is conveniently located along the north / south highway corridor (QEII). We have several picturesque lakes, golf courses, campgrounds and bike trails that surround the area and a beautiful office that boasts views of the rich farmland and bright blue Alberta sky. Lacombe County has a comprehensive benefits package, a flex time program with your family and lifestyle in mind, professional development opportunities, and a great work environment.

A snapshot of what you will do:
- Review and process development applications, review development plans and proposals, and provide interpretations on Land Use Bylaw regulations to both internal and external customers;
- Liaise with and respond to inquiries from the public, developers, builders and their agents regarding planning and development control matters;
- Conduct research, produce written reports/proposals and presentations for the Planning department and Council;
- Make presentations to the public at meetings and formal hearings, and present reports to County Council;
- Assist in the preparation of local planning documents and other department studies;
- Conduct field inspections related to compliance requests, development applications and complaints.

Please forward your resume, cover letter and salary expectations by April 27, 2018 to:
E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | Fax: 403.782.3820 | Submit Online: www.lacombecounty.com

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION HERE:  pdf Development Officer (883 KB)

Lacombe County has a full-time seasonal opportunity for a Mower Operator to join our team. The approximate term date for this 4-month position is mid-June to mid-October (weather dependent).

Key Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for operating a mower unit consisting of an all wheel drive tractor with a sidearm and deck mower to mow grass and weeds on municipal road allowances, public and private lands. We take great pride in our equipment and expect the successful candidate to take great care of their equipment by assisting/performing the servicing and maintenance required.

Please forward your application by May 11, 2018 to:
E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | Fax: 403.782.3820 | Online: www.lacombecounty.com

View the full job description here:  pdf Mower Operator 2018 (747 KB)

Lacombe County has a great summer job opportunity for an individual who wants to work outside for the summer (July and August), canoeing the Blindman, Medicine and Red Deer rivers, hand-picking prohibitive and noxious weeds from sensitive areas along the riverbanks. Normal hours of work are 8:00AM - 4:30PM, Monday - Friday.

This position requires the use of your personal vehicle (canoe racks provided and mileage reimbursed).

Responsibilities include:
- Pulling weeds, collecting them in a bag in the canoe and dropping them off at the designated locations;
- Developing the ability to accurately identify prohibitive and noxious weeds;
- Incorporating strong boat safety and paddling skills (be able to identify and address obstacles on the river);
- Performing responsibilities in a safe and effective manner - must be able to follow safe work practices and abide by all safety policies, rules and regulations.

Please forward your application by June 1, 2018 to:
E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | Fax: 403.782.3820 | www.lacombecounty.com

You can view the full job description here:  pdf River Weed Control