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The DISTRICT OF CENTRAL SAANICH is seeking an experienced
Building Official 3
Competition Number 2024-08
The District of Central Saanich, located on the Saanich Peninsula of Southern Vancouver Island enjoys the reputation of being among the best locations in Canada to work, live and play. Central Saanich is bounded on both the east and west by ocean and is known for its scenic rolling countryside and bounty of farms. This community of 18,000 residents has a vibrant, small village character and includes the Tsawout and Tsartlip First Nations; and it is central to all amenities of the Greater Victoria area.
JOB OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Chief Building Official, this position supports the administration and enforcement of all codes and bylaws affecting building and plumbing, signs, licenses, and other regulations of general application and assists in the day-to-day administration of the Building Division of the Planning and Building Services Department. The key responsibilities of this position are the review of Part 3 complex building permit applications and plumbing permit applications, the issuance of building and plumbing permits, and completing inspections or on-site monitoring for building and plumbing permits.
This position requires a high level of time management and organization skills and the ability to work independently and to prioritize work to meet deadlines. Effective communication and relationship building skills are required to maintain effective working relationships with other employees, development industry professionals, service agency representatives and the general public. The position works closely with staff in Planning, including Bylaw Enforcement, Engineering, and Fire to ensure an efficient and comprehensive development review process.
The ideal candidate will possess Level 3 Certification from the Building Officials Association of BC (BOABC) and five (5) years' experience as a Building Official or an equivalent qualifications and experience such as experience in building construction technology or completion of a recognized building trades apprenticeship. Experience should include: Five or more years of experience in building design and/or construction, Level 1 Certification on the B.C. Plumbing Code and preferably Level 2 Certification. Additionally, the incumbent must have a current valid class 5 BC Driver’s License.
Please note: We may consider an under-implementation in this role, so if you are interested in growing your building official career to become a level 3, please consider submitting your application.
To learn more about this position, please visit https://www.centralsaanich.ca/municipal-hall/employment-bids
The District of Central Saanich’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time. However, should circumstances change and the District deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 to be eligible to continue performing your duties.
The hourly pay rate for this regular, full-time 7 hour per day, Monday to Friday position is $50.13 to $54.22 (2024 rates). Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and covering letter, quoting the competition number to [email protected] by 4:00 pm on May 21, 2024.
The District of Central Saanich thanks applicants for their interest, and advises that only those candidates under active consideration will be contacted.
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: Other trades certificate or diploma
Job Experience: 5 years or more
Rate: $50.13 to $54.22 Hour
