Development & Compliance Officer

Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Department: Lands
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

Turn your attention to detail into 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.

What You’ll Do

- Review, coordinate, and track development and permit applications, from completeness checks and internal circulation through 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.




- 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.

What You Bring

Qualifications and Experience

- A diploma or degree in planning, geography, land administration, public administration, natural resource management, building technology, law enforcement, or a related field, combined with relevant experience in 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, qualified 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 4:00 p.m.; remote work is not available.
- A mix of office and field work, including computer-based duties, site visits, inspections, community monitoring, and patrols.
- Occasional travel for meetings, conferences, training, community engagement, and site visits.
- Candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the workplace.

Employment Requirements

- Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and reliable transportation.
- Satisfactory criminal record check.

Why Join Leq’á:mel First Nation?

Make a meaningful contribution to the responsible development, protection, and stewardship of Leq’á:mel lands while strengthening land administration, supporting fair and effective compliance, and helping deliver responsive service to the community.

What You’ll Gain

Leq’á:mel First Nation offers a comprehensive advantages package that includes:

- Extended health benefits
- Dental coverage
- Life insurance
- Pension matching
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and pers

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