West Hants Regional Municipality is a diverse collection of rural & urban communities conveniently located in equal proximity to Halifax, the Valley, and Truro; yet its own cultural blend that brings quality family living, diversity, fun & festivities, and service centres together. If you are enthusiastic and driven and want to be part of a fun, energetic and welcoming team; we’re INSPIRED and ask you to keep reading!
We strive to be an inclusive and diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, and of the citizens we serve. We welcome applications from Indigenous, Inuit and Metis People, African Nova Scotian’s, and other racially visible people, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQQIPAA community, and femme-identifying people. If you are a member of one of the equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify, either in your cover letter or resume.
If you are inspired with this work environment, you are encouraged to apply for our Development Officer position.
Reporting to the Manager of Development Control Services, the Development Officer plays an important role in guiding the region's growth and land-use by evaluating and processing development proposals to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The Development Officer is responsible for conducting thorough reviews of all applications and providing expert advice and recommendations to property owners, developers, contractors, and business operators.
What We Offer:
- Regular hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm (35 hours per week)
- Overtime opportunities as required
- Annual vacation leave
- Competitive benefits package including health, dental, and wellness benefits
- Company match pension plan
What we’re looking for:
- An undergraduate degree in Planning from an accredited program
- Prior experience in a planning environment, Municipal Government, or a similar role would be considered an asset.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Ability to work effectively with teams and various stakeholders, with the ability to build group consensus
- Strong analytical and decision-making abilities, especially when evaluating development proposals and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Proficient with computer programs and software, such as Microsoft Office suite. Experience with land management software considered an asset.
- Valid Nova Scotia driver’s license
A copy of the job description can be found by clicking on the following link:
Employment & Committee Opportunities - West Hants Regional Municipality
Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment and handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Nova Scotia.
- Qualified applicants are invited to submit their CV or resume with cover letter (merged into one PDF document) with “Development Officer” in the subject line no later than 4:30pm on October 9, 2026 to the attention of Katie Rose, HR Manager at [email protected]
