Planning Technician I
About The Position
The City of Edmonton is seeking a Planning Technician I to join their Urban Growth and Open Space team. This role provides technical support for the "Co-locating on Community-based Assets - Redevelopment Framework" initiative, funded by the federal CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF). The position involves conducting spatial analysis, creating site plans, assessing development constraints, and managing data to evaluate redevelopment potential in community spaces. The work will contribute to translating technical findings into visual aids for engagement sessions, operating within project timelines. The ideal candidate is tech-savvy, passionate about open spaces, excels in GIS/AutoCAD mapping, and thrives in a supportive team environment.
Requirements
- Completion of a two (2) year diploma in Urban Planning Technology, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Architectural Technology, or a related field from a recognized institute of technology.
- A minimum of two (2) years of directly related experience in planning support, spatial analysis/mapping, or a related technical environment.
- Strong knowledge of design, drafting, and mapping principles, with hands-on proficiency in software applications such as Microstation, AutoCAD, or GIS.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear visual materials.
- Outstanding organizational and time management skills, with the ability to maintain accuracy under compressed project deadlines.
- Strong collaborative mindset and a client-service focus when building working relationships across multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
- Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies.
- Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working within a municipal planning context or public sector environment.
- Demonstrated familiarity with federally funded housing or redevelopment initiatives (such as CMHC HAF).
- Experience preparing visual communication materials for non-technical engagement participants.
Responsibilities
- Conduct mapping, spatial analysis, and data collection using GIS and AutoCAD to evaluate site parameters and draft preliminary site test fits.
- Assist in evaluating site barriers, cataloging technical constraints, and compiling findings into accessible formats for planners, architects, and engineers.
- Provide administrative, logistical, and technical support for engagement sessions with internal team members, community league representatives, housing providers, and external partners.
- Prepare clear technical presentation materials, visual aids, and information summaries to support collaborative discussions.
- Consolidate feedback, manage data from site reviews, and maintain organized files and records.
- Assist the project management team in tracking key milestones and converting technical files to ensure smooth cross-departmental coordination.
- Provide technical and drafting support for broader Open Space and Parks initiatives as needed to support ongoing municipal service delivery.
Benefits
- Hybrid work arrangement
- Flexibility to work from both home and the worksite
- Access to benefits information at https://bit.ly/COEbenefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
