TEMP, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Company Description

The Town of Stony Plain is the local government authority responsible for planning and delivering municipal services in Stony Plain, a Canadian urban community of approximately 18,000 people on the traditional Indigenous lands of Treaty 6 peoples.

Job Description

We are currently hiring for a temporary, full-time Community Development Officer. The Community Development Officer is responsible for implementation of community-based initiatives that support the strategic goals of the Town of Stony Plain. Reporting to the General Manager of Community and Social Development, this position will be responsible for leading and supporting projects focused on mental wellness and healthy relationships, including community education, awareness campaigns, prevention initiatives, partnership development, and strategic planning. Key areas of work include initiatives related to mental health promotion, suicide prevention, family violence prevention, elder abuse awareness, and healthy relationships. Through programs, events, collaborative partnerships, and community engagement activities, this position plays a key role in fostering connection, belonging, engagement, collaboration and overall well-being within the community.

For more details, please review the attached job description.

Qualifications

We are seeking a candidate who:

• Possesses strong project management, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Has a proven ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
• Is passionate about strengthening communities, fostering inclusion, and supporting positive social outcomes.
• Thrives in both independent and team-based settings, adapting to work styles to met organizational needs.

Education and Experience:

• Holds an undergraduate degree in social work, human services, education, health services, or related program.
• A minimum of three to five years of experience supporting community development, community engagement, social services, or a related field.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

Additional Information

What we do for you:

• Competitive compensation
• 100% employer-paid benefits package (EHC and Dental only)
• Wellness allowance
• Professional development opportunities
• In-House Leadership Development Program
• Social Club

This temporary, full-time position is based on 35 hours per week, and the end date will be March 31, 2029. The annual salary range for this position is $85,267 - $108,472.

This competition will remain open until: November 24th, 2026. 

The Town of Stony Plain will assess all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, or family status. We believe that the diversity of our staff serve as a strength and benefit to our community.