Job Description

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 by this work environment, you are encouraged to apply for our

Manager of Development Control Services

position.

Job Summary

The Manager of Development Control Services is responsible for overseeing the municipality's development control processes to ensure that growth and development occur in a manner consistent with the municipality's plans, policies and regulations. The Manager of Development Control Services is a Development Officer appointed by Council and is responsible for administering the land use and subdivision by-laws as provided by the Municipal Government Act, as well as responding to inquiries related to zoning, subdivision and property information, interpreting the by-laws and planning and development matters in general. The Manager of Development Control Services oversees the Development Officer, and Development Control Technician and assigns work as required.

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:

Bachelor's or master's degree in planning, public administration, geography, environmental design, or a related field. Minimum 5-7 years of progressively responsible municipal planning and development control experience, previous experience in a supervisory or management role would be considered an asset. Membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP), the Licensed Professional Planners Association of Nova Scotia (LPPANS) or Municipal Development Officers Association of Nova Scotia (MDOANS) would be considered an asset. Knowledge of local, provincial, and federal regulations related to development of land, including experience in Development Control or Enforcement. Strong understanding of the Municipal Government Act building code and related standards. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex planning concepts to diverse audiences. Highly motivated, self-directed, and able to manage multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical and decision-making abilities, especially when evaluating development proposals and ensuring regulatory compliance. Prior experience with land management software is considered an asset. The successful candidate may be required to attend evening meetings on occasion based on departmental needs
A complete copy of the job description can be found at:

Employment OpportunitiesThe Regional Municipality of Windsor-West Hants

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 "

Manager of Development Control Services

" in the subject line no later than 4:30pm on Friday November 21, 2025, to the attention of Katie Rose, HR Manager at apply@westhants.ca.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $88,185.00-$105,822.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision care Wellness program
Work Location: In person