Municipal Building Official

3 weeks ago

Waterloo, Canada City of Waterloo Full time

**Position Description**:
A full time opportunity exists for the role of Municipal Building Official at the City of Waterloo. This position will undertake the duties of an inspector as defined in the Building Code Act, under the supervision of the Manager of Plan Review. The role is an entry level position with the primary function of permit administration and the secondary function of reviewing construction plans and the inspection of construction for minor construction projects for compliance with the Building Code Act, the Building Code and other applicable law as defined in the Code.

**Accountabilities**:

- Determine the applicable building permit fees and permit due date
- Answer building code inquiries from design professionals, builders and the general public
- Verify all applicable approvals from other levels of government and authorities
- Provide assistance to inquiries relating to the building permit and inspection process
- Inform permit applicants, design professionals, builders, etc. of any code deficiencies and resolve same
- Research code related matters for building staff
- Inspect construction plans for bylaw and building code compliance and confirm compliance with applicable zoning bylaw
- Schedule inspection requests and results in AMANDA
- Inspect construction for compliance with approved drawings and applicable codes
- Other duties as assigned

**Minimum Qualifications**:

- Post-secondary diploma in Construction Engineering or Architectural Technology or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must hold or be willing obtain qualifications under the Building Code Act in the following categories: House, Legal General, and Building Structural
- Minimum one (1) year related municipal experience in building plan review and inspection of Part 9 residential houses and accessory structures
- Good working knowledge of the Building Code Act and the Ontario Building Code and other building-related legislation and related plan review processes.
- Familiar with statutes and regulations defined as applicable law under the Building Code Act.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and listening skills to identify problems and solutions and to deal effectively with varied customer base.
- Strong customer service skills to deal effectively with internal and external customers.
- Energetic, motivated person who can work in both team situations and independently.
- Excellent organizational and record keeping skills.
- Able to switch focus and respond to the demands of the permit flow, customer inquiries or administrative demands.
- Comfortable reviewing plans in an office environment, providing guidance to administration staff, and explaining matters evolving from the enforcement of the Building Code Act.
- Valid MTO ‘G’ class driver’s licence in good standing with driver’s abstract acceptable to the City is required to perform the job.
- A satisfactory police records check will be required as a condition of hire.

**Application Process**

**Job Eligibility**
All qualified City of Waterloo employees may apply, however during the selection process there is a specific sequence that will be followed. Members of the City of Waterloo Staff Association who have completed their probationary period in their most recent position will be considered first for this posting.

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