Senior Advisor, Corporate Strategy; Competition

Overview

Parkland County has an opportunity for a temporary, full-time Senior Advisor, Corporate Strategy position in the Governance & Engagement Services department, working until approximately March 2027. Reporting to the Manager, Strategy & Engagement, the Senior Advisor, Corporate Strategy advances Parkland County’s strategic and corporate planning efforts by leading annual strategic planning, overseeing corporate business plan development, and ensuring alignment with budget and Council’s goals and priorities.

The Senior Advisor builds strong internal relationships to embed strategic foundations into decision-making, facilitates department-level corporate and business planning engagement and monitors organizational performance. Additionally, the position supports the design and execution of corporate initiatives and strategic projects, recommending scope adjustments as needed.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:

• A bachelor’s degree in political science, economics, public administration, or a related discipline.
• A master’s degree in a related field is considered an asset.
• Certification in municipal leadership, strategic planning, public participation, facilitation and engagement would be considered assets.
• A minimum of five (5) years of related experience in strategic planning and/or strategic policy development.
• Knowledge and practical experience dealing with public policies and procedures and key functions and operations of municipal government, including work experience with elected officials.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate in a team environment.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and SharePoint, and ability to quickly learn and adapt to new programs.
• Possession of a valid class 5 driver’s license and ability to provide a satisfactory driver’s abstract.

The total rewards package for this position includes a starting annual salary of $100,500 to $104,500, based on a 35-hour work week and the option to join the Earned Day Off Program.

In addition, extended health and dental benefits, access to our confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program, paid sick time, three (3) weeks vacation per year with your birthday off, flexible work arrangements allowing remote work options (based on position’s needs), and personal days are offered. Our organization provides access to physical fitness facilities, including an on-site gym and lunch exercise programs, a Social Club, a health, safety & wellness committee, and a comprehensive training program with extensive learning and development opportunities.

Visit our careers page to view the Total Rewards Package for this position.

Interested candidates are invited to apply online at  by Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

The work location for this position is Parkland County Centre, 53109A Hwy 779, Parkland County, AB T7Z 1R1.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applications will only be considered through the Parkland County website.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes, respects and values the multivariate diversity of current and prospective employees. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodation throughout the recruitment and employment process. If you have any questions regarding this, please connect with our team at huma