BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE (M/W/D) (H/F)

Centrally located within Nova Scotia between two extraordinary coastlines Colchester is a progressive rural municipality that offers an unparalleled work-life is a place that is affordable welcoming family focused rich in diverse culture and natural beauty with thriving businesses and access to all the modern amenities typically found in an urban setting without the common stresses of living in an urban setting.
The Municipality of Colchester is committed to treating people fairly with respect and goal is to continue to move forward as a diverse and inclusive community representative of the citizens we serve by offering equal opportunities free of have formed an Equity Diversity Inclusion and Accessibility Committee to keep us accountable and to help us reach this goal.
The Municipality encourages all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous Black/African Nova Scotian Persons of Colour Newcomers Persons with Disabilities 2SLGBTQIA to apply and self-identify on their applications.
The Business Development Officer (BDO) reports to the Economic Development Officer and is responsible for implementing economic development strategies and initiatives for the Municipality of Colchester. The BDO works collaboratively to support existing economic development activities and to improve economic prosperity throughout Colchester County. The BDO works closely with Council CAO senior staff and appropriate government departments agencies and the business community to foster sustainable economic growth and investment in the Municipality. This is done through developing resources to encourage private sector growth attracting marketing and facilitating events developing a customer relations management database administering sales/rental contracts and responding to enquiries about the Debert Business Park researching and preparing funding applications and other duties. This is a permanent full-time position.
Group Benefits - Health Dental Life Long Term Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Retirement Plan - Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Plan (Employer matched)
Professional Development Opportunities
Parental Leave Top-Up
Remote Work Policy
Qualities to succeed in the role:
Superior interpersonal and relationship building skills
Excellent public relations skills
Creative and entrepreneurial spirit
Ability to work with minimal supervision and strict deadlines
Bachelor degree in Business Administration Finance or related field

• 3 years of experience in a field relevant to economic development
• Certificate in Economic Development and experience working in a municipal environment will be considered assets
• Conditions of employment include a satisfactory criminal record check and valid NS drivers license

The Municipality supports the principles of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Act and the principles of inclusion for persons with disabilities in the Nova Scotia Accessibility are encouraged to identify any need for an accommodation upon being contacted for an interview.
To apply please submit an application to the online job board by 4:30 pm on December 19th 2025.