The Human Resources department is committed to supporting our employees and leaders throughout their employment with Strathcona County. Our team is accountable to deliver exceptional service to our diverse departments to attract, retain and engage a highly competent and inclusive workforce that delivers quality services to our residents and contributes to Strathcona County's vision of becoming Canada's most livable community.

The Human Resources department supports over 2,500 employees through programs delivered by five branches:

• HR Business Partnering

• HR Operations

• HR Policy and Programs

• Occupational Health and Safety

• Organizational Effectiveness

As one of Alberta’s top 85 employers, Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. Employees play a pivotal role in delivering essential services, managing programs and overseeing facilities to support a thriving community of over 100,000 residents. 

If you are dedicated to public service, enjoy collaborative work environments, and value continuous learning and growth, consider joining our team! Our workforce is made up of permanent, temporary and hourly employees who are Classified staff (non-union) or members of the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (Local 118/009), the International Association of Fire Fighters (Local 2461) or the Amalgamated Transit Union (Local 569). We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

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What we offer

As an employer, Strathcona County offers: 

• Competitive compensation  

• Comprehensive benefits packages including:     

  • Extended health and dental coverage    

  • Health and wellness spending accounts    

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Retirement and pension programs  

• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements (where possible)  

• Corporate well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace  

• Commitment to career growth with internal and external learning and development opportunities 

• Regular recognition, including an annual event to celebrate and recognize service milestone recipients 

• Interesting, meaningful work that contributes to the big picture 

• Opportunities to connect with colleagues through employee resource groups, People Plan Stewardship Committee initiatives, various committees and communities of practice 

• …and much more!  

Strathcona County staff are committed to working collaboratively, efficiently and effectively to provide quality service delivery to citizens, business and industry alike.