Building Official

Nature of the Position

The District of Sechelt has an opportunity for a Building Official to join the Building department of the Planning and Development division. Come join our team in this leadership role on the beautiful Sunshine Coast. Life in Sechelt boasts a temperate West Coast climate, access to beautiful and varied land and marine environments, a wide range of community amenities and activities and a vibrant cultural scene. Residents enjoy outstanding “small town” quality of life with access to services both locally and via easy ferry access to BC’s Lower Mainland.

Under the general direction of the Chief Building Official, the Building Official will be responsible for reviewing building permit applications,  preparing  plan  checks,  issuing  permits  and  inspecting  buildings  to ensure conformance with applicable bylaws, codes and standards. Duties also include responding to  public inquiries and initiating enforcement action on non-compliant structures.

Essential Competencies

Applicants must have either a diploma in Building or Civil Technology or a red seal in an applicable trade    and hold a minimum Level 1 certification from the Building Officials Association of BC (BOABC). 2 years related work experience and a valid Class 5 Drivers License are also required. Please note the District is looking at expanding the building team; and will be looking at applicants with level 1, 2 and 3 in  consideration of upcoming needs.

Thorough knowledge of the BC Building and  Plumbing  Codes  as  they  relate  to  residential  and  commercial buildings and the ability  to  review  and  evaluate  building  plans  is  required.  Computer  literacy and strong communication skills are also required to convey necessary information to the public, professionals and other staff. Previous work experience in a municipal setting is preferred.

Working Conditions

This is a full-time, permanent unionized position within the BCGEU.  Wage  for the position will vary based  on the BOABC certification held; Level 1: Grid 12, $37.53 - $41.69; Level 2: Grid 14, $40.73 - $45.26 and Level 3: Grid 15; $42.43 - $47.15 per hour plus an attractive benefits package. Hours of work will be 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The District of Sechelt supports employment equity in accordance with the Human Rights Code of British Columbia.

Applications

Qualified applicants are invited to apply online at www.sechelt.ca/careers or

submit a current resume and covering letter to:

Julia Wood, Human Resources Advisor

Send by email to: [email protected]

This competition will close at 4:30 PM on  August 1, 2023