The City of Edmonton is hiring this May and some jobs pay over $200K
Looking to switch careers and make good money at a new gig? You’re in luck, because the City of Edmonton is hiring for a ton of jobs this May, and many pay more than $100,000 per year.
The City has countless jobs available, from full-time and part-time to contract work, with some providing outstanding benefits. There’s something for everyone, too, with open positions ranging from personal trainers to peace officers, accountants, and engineers.
So start the summer off right and check out some jobs with the City of Edmonton that pay a pretty penny.
Exhibition Lands Project Lead
Who should apply: This role is perfect for someone with lots of experience in land development, real estate, or major city-building projects and can balance big-picture planning with the reality of getting things built. If you’re confident working with senior leaders, developers, and multiple city departments while managing complex deals, budgets, and long-term strategy, this may be the role for you.
Salary: $113,892 to $162,707 per year
Building Condition Assessment Coordinator
Who should apply: A certified engineering technologist or engineer with solid experience in building systems, electrical infrastructure, and facility inspections who can move between fieldwork and technical analysis without missing any details.
Salary: $98,495 to $123,778 per year
Industrial Business Development Officer
Who should apply: This role is ideal for someone with a background in business, economics, urban planning, or commerce who has experience in economic development or investment attraction and knows how to move real industrial deals forward.
Salary: $95,408 to $121,754 per year
Senior Environmental Engineer
Who should apply: Engineers with strong experience in environmental compliance, water systems, and municipal infrastructure who can lead complex regulatory and technical work in a large organization. This role is perfect for someone who can manage ISO systems, work with regulators, oversee environmental programs, and turn technical analysis into clear guidance for senior leadership and city decision-making.
Salary: $112,670 to $140,836 per year
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LRT Track Maintainer
Who should apply: This job is for someone with hands-on rail, construction, or heavy maintenance experience who can handle physical outdoor work and cares about keeping transit safe and running smoothly. It fits someone comfortable with tools, equipment, inspections, and repairs who can spot issues early, do routine and emergency track maintenance, and work shifts in all weather conditions.
Salary: $37.35 per hour
Reuse Centre Attendant
Who should apply: Love visiting the Reuse Centre? This role is perfect for someone with customer service or retail experience who’s also comfortable with physical, hands-on work like sorting, lifting, and organizing donated goods in a busy warehouse-style environment.
Salary: $48,406 to $59,814 per year
Attractions, Culture and Nature Branch Manager
Who should apply: This role is for a senior leader with experience managing large teams, budgets, and complex public or private operations at scale. It fits someone who can set strategy, build partnerships, and drive long-term cultural, recreational, and infrastructure priorities across a major city.
Salary: $195,497 to $244,374 per year