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These counties near Edmonton are hiring for some high paying jobs

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

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

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

Strathcona County

  • 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 more than 10 positions this May, including a procurement and contract advisor, a corporate security advisor, and a communications specialist.
  • 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.

Lamont County

  • Who: Lamont County, located east of Edmonton, is a small but growing municipality focused on agriculture and tourism. Its largest municipality is the Town of Lamont.
  • Jobs: The county is currently hiring a public works labourer and summer positions with Family and Community Support Services.
  • Perks: Pension plans, comprehensive health and dental benefits plan, education and membership opportunities, and three weeks of vacation to start.
  • More: Learn more on its website.

Leduc County

  • Who: Located just south of Edmonton, Leduc County is a growing, dynamic spot in the heart of Canada’s economic engine.
  • Jobs: The county is hiring an administrative assistant, a bylaw enforcement officer, a municipal engineer, and a senior planner.
  • 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.

Parkland County

  • 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 currently hiring for multiple positions, including an election worker and an equipment operator.
  • 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.

Sturgeon County

  • 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 multiple positions, including a health and safety advisor, a senior accountant, and an accounting clerk.
  • 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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