If you’re looking for a new job this August, consider expanding your search area, as several municipalities close to Edmonton are hiring.
Cities around the Edmonton area offer a wide variety of professional opportunities, some of which offer six-figure salaries.
We’ve compiled a list of nearby municipalities hiring for dozens of positions right now.
Who: This town just north of Edmonton has a population of about 10,000 and has a long history of French settlement.
Jobs: Morinville is currently hiring for a utility operator, a customer service representative, and a fire prevention officer.
Perks: Extended health and dental coverage, health and wellness spending accounts, life and disability insurance and critical illness programs, and retirement and pension programs.
More: Learn more here.
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 roles in various positions, including a manager of fleet operations, a communications operator, an engineering specialist, a victim services client support coordinator, and an accountant.
Perks: Named one of Canada’s best employers by Forbes, Strathcona County offers a comprehensive benefits package, 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.
Who: Located south of Edmonton, Leduc is in a prime location for people to enjoy both the city and rural life.
Jobs: There are a variety of jobs with the City of Leduc right now, including a business analyst, program leader, detachment clerk, and more.
Perks: Extended health and dental coverage, health and wellness spending accounts, life and disability insurance and critical illness programs, and retirement and pension programs.
More: Learn more here.
Who: Located on the Sturgeon River northwest of Edmonton, the City of St. Albert is a beautiful community with plenty of parks and greenery.
Jobs: There are nine job openings in the City of St. Albert, including a manager of asset management, a graphic designer, theatre technicians, and a couple of fitness instructors.
Perks: The City says it offers a “comprehensive benefits package.”
More: Learn more here.
Who: About half an hour south of Edmonton is Beaumont, a small, friendly city with a charming downtown core and a rich Francophone history.
Jobs: Beaumont is hiring for a skate monitor this month.
Perks: Employer-paid health and dental benefits package, membership to the Beaumont Sport and Recreation Centre, and enrolment in Local Authorities Pension Plan.
More: Learn more here.
Who: The Town of Stony Plain, located west of Edmonton, is a tight-knit community offering an affordable cost of living while still being close to all city amenities.
Jobs: The Town is currently hiring for a program assistant, a community connector, and a youth engagement community development officer.
Perks: Competitive compensation and benefits package, professional development opportunities, employee health and wellness benefits, work-life balance including flextime and alternate work schedules.
More: Learn more on its website.
Who: The City of Fort Saskatchewan is a historic and rapidly growing community northeast of Edmonton.
Jobs: The City is hiring for eight positions, including a community peace officer, a financial accountant, and a home support aide, this August.
Perks: Extended health and dental coverage, health and wellness spending accounts, life and disability insurance and critical illness programs, and retirement and pension programs.
More: Learn more on its website.