Rural counties near Edmonton are hiring and some pay over $100K

If you are looking for a career change, consider expanding your search because several counties near Edmonton are hiring this November.

Counties around the Edmonton region are hiring for various professional and hands-on positions, some offering six-figure salaries.

We’ve put together a list of nearby counties hiring for dozens of positions right now.

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  • Who: Parkland County, located just west of Edmonton, is a large municipal district with several provincial parks, lakes, and municipalities, including Stony Plain and Spruce Grove.
  • Jobs: The county is hiring a project engineer this November. The starting annual salary for this position is $99,500 to $111,900.
  • Perks: Health, dental, EAP, sick leave, three-week vacation plus five management days, remote work, personal days, as well as access to a gym, social club, mental health support, training and development.
  • More: Learn more on its website.
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  • Who: Sturgeon County is a growing community located just north of Edmonton. Its largest municipality is the Town of Morinville.
  • Jobs: It’s currently hiring for four positions, including a development compliance officer, an investment attraction officer, a chief administrative officer and a GIS analyst.
  • Perks: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits (health, wellness, pension), recognition program, earned day off, flextime, family leave, three-week vacation, fun activities, and team bonding.
  • More: Learn more on its website.

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  • Who: Located just south of Edmonton, Leduc County is a growing, dynamic spot in the heart of Canada’s economic engine.
  • Jobs: The city is currently hiring a senior municipal engineer, a payroll administrator, a director of protective services, and a paid-on-call firefighter.
  • Perks: Competitive wages, full-time employee benefits (health, dental, life, retirement), professional development, free parking, leave options, social events, newsletter, and employee surveys.
  • More: Learn more on its website.
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  • Who: Strathcona County, just east of Edmonton, currently employs more than 2,000 people across various career paths. Its largest municipality is Sherwood Park.
  • Jobs: It’s hiring for 11 positions this November, from a financial resource specialist and an emergency telecommunications operator to a manager of financial planning.
  • Perks: Comprehensive benefits packages including extended health and dental coverage, health and wellness spending accounts, life and disability insurance and critical illness programs, retirement and pension programs, and more.
  • More: Learn more on its website.

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