Property Use Inspector I

4 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada The City of Vancouver Full time

**Requisition ID**:41418

**Organization**

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

**Main Purpose and Function**

Performing technical and regulatory work inspecting buildings and land for compliance with various civic bylaws, including Zoning & Development, Standards of Maintenance, License, Untidy Premises, Health, Noise Control, Sign, Graffiti, SRA and others.

**Specific Duties and Responsibilities**
- Conducts investigations, inspections and file research regarding the use land and buildings
- Identifies and reviews by-law violations and then takes the required action to gain compliance, which includes:

- Voluntary compliance through education/advice
- Issues detailed access orders
- Issues enforcement letters
- Issues enforcement orders
- Serves Municipal Ticket Information
- Provides evidence in court
- Observes Building, Plumbing, Gas and/or Electrical By-law infractions and refers these to appropriate staff
- Assists businesses, property owners, tenants, contractors, design professionals and agents with interpretation of various bylaws and City guidelines
- Performs regular inspections of SRA buildings, problem premises and marijuana related businesses
- Checks conditions/status of permits, approvals, licenses, and researches property information/history
- Prepares detailed inspection reports, retrieves and updates inspection records on POSSE, retrieves business licence information on Amanda
- Deals tactfully and respectfully with aggressive/difficult people in a firm, fair and impartial manner over the phone/in the field without direct supervision
- Other duties/responsibilities as assigned

**Qualifications**

Education and Experience:

- High school graduation supplemented by technical courses related to the work. Apprenticeship or considerable experience in building trades, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Community Noise Enforcement & Pesticide Applicator’s Certificate would be considered an asset but no required
- Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Considerable knowledge of the applicable sections of the Zoning and Development, Noise Control, Health, Sign, Untidy Premises, Standards of Maintenance, Graffiti, Licence and all relevant Bylaws and regulations
- Working knowledge of the process, regulations and policies affecting the use and development of various properties
- Working knowledge of building systems such as HVAC, drainage and building construction
- Working knowledge of the applicable sections of the Building, Electrical, Fire, Plumbing and Gas Bylaws, sufficient for recognition of Bylaw contravention and required action
- Ability to read and interpret building and development permit plans
- Ability to take a variety of noise measurements and document infractions
- Ability to prepare complete and accurate reports
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts
- Ability to make sound decisions as to whether buildings and/or land meet by-law requirements
- Ability to meet with contractors, homeowners, SRA operators and business representatives, to discuss by-law infractions and the requirement to bring them into compliance
- Ability to encourage compliance and to enforce Bylaws with fairness, impartiality and good judgment
- Ability to work outside in all types of weather, to walk long distances and to climb stairs

**Business Unit/Department**:Development, Buildings & Licensing (1250)

**Affiliation**:CUPE 15 Non Pks

**Employment Type**:Temporary Full Time

**Position Start Date**:04/28/2024

**Position End Date**:April, 2026

**Salary Information**:Pay Grade GR-025: $43.78 to $51.7 per hour

**Application Close: May 26, 2024**

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process._ _Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.



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