Development & Compliance Officer

# Development & Compliance Officer Career Opportunity
· Posted September 22, 2026## Summary
** Position Type:
** Permanent, Full-Time  
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* Hours:

** Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  
** Department:
** Lands  
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* Reports To:

** Lands Manager  
** Wage Scale:** $29 to $35 per hour, depending on experience

Located approximately 22 kilometres east of Mission, British Columbia, Leq’á:mel First Nation (LFN) is home to approximately 800 Leq’á:mel Xwélmexw (People). Governed by Chief and Council under its Custom Election Code, LFN exercises its inherent right to self-government throughout its Lower Mainland Territory. We welcome candidates who understand Leq’á:mel culture and traditions or are eager to learn.##
** Join Our Team
** Use your attention to detail to make a meaningful impact in the community. Leq’á:mel First Nation is seeking a
** Development & Compliance Officer
** to support land development, permitting, inspections, compliance, administration, and public education.

Reporting to the Lands Manager, you will serve as a key contact for applicants, contractors, community members, and partner agencies. Working with the Lands team, you will help deliver timely service, uphold Leq’á:mel Land Laws, and support the responsible stewardship of Nation lands.## Responsibilities
* Review, coordinate, and track development and permit applications from intake to close-out, including completeness checks, internal circulation, approval conditions, and record-keeping.
* Guide applicants, consultants, contractors, community members, and internal departments through development, permitting, and compliance processes.
* Receive and document concerns related to land use, development, and Land Laws. Conduct inspections, community monitoring, and patrols to assess compliance and determine appropriate follow-up.
* Prepare enforcement correspondence and records and work collaboratively to resolve issues whenever possible.
* Develop presentations, website content, guidance materials, reports, briefing notes, surveys, and other public education or engagement resources.
* Identify recurring concerns, recommend practical process improvements, and coordinate with legal counsel, the RCMP, and regulatory agencies when required.
* Support departmental initiatives, special projects, and other related duties as assigned.## Qualifications
* A diploma or degree in planning, geography, land administration, public administration, natural resource management, building technology, law enforcement, or a related field. Relevant experience should include compliance, enforcement, investigations, permitting, inspections, land administration, or local government
* Knowledge of development processes, land-use controls, and applicable legislation, with the ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, permits, regulations, and Land Laws.
* Clear, professional communication and strong interpersonal, conflict-resolution, and de-escalation skills.
* Excellent observation, investigation, analysis, documentation, records management, organization, and time-management skills.
* Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage competing priorities while working independently and collaboratively.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook.###
** Preferred Assets
*** Experience with Indigenous organizations, First Nations governments, or not-for-profit organizations, together with knowledge of Leq’á:mel culture and history or a genuine willingness to learn.
* Knowledge of First Nation Land Management, Land Code authorities, and First Nation governance.
* Experience with records management systems, land registry systems, or GIS.## Working Conditions
* Full-time, on-site work in Deroche, BC, Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to…