Building Inspector III

The City of Yellowknife is an inclusive employer offering a dynamic and rewarding work environment that delivers valuable services to our residents. The City is committed to hiring a diverse and skilled workforce that is representative of the community, strengthening our ability to provide high-quality services and excellent customer service to residents. In addition, the City of Yellowknife is committed to reconciliation and implementing actions intended to increase the number of Indigenous peoples who work for the City. The City of Yellowknife welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and encourages Indigenous persons and visible minorities to self-declare when submitting their applications. We are currently seeking a dynamic and driven individual to assume the rewarding position of Building Inspector III with the Planning and Development Department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Manager, Lands & Building Services, the Building Inspector III leads complex plan reviews, inspections, and regulatory project work, providing detailed explanations as required, in support of the City's short- and long-term strategic objectives. This position will assist with the coordination of the day-to-day operations and provide mentorship, review, and guidance to the Building Inspector I and II positions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications for the position include a Post-secondary education in a professional discipline pertinent to the role such as Architectural, Mechanical and/or Engineering combined with Level III Certification from the Building Officials Association of any province with six or more years' experience. The work requires considerable knowledge of building construction materials and methods, stages of construction, plumbing, heating and ventilation codes, and regulations and techniques regarding energy-efficient building practices. Also required would be the ability to handle a complex and varied workload, the ability to communicate complex technical information effectively and diplomatically, strong computer skills including using a variety of related software, and a valid Class 5 drivers' license.

SALARY

The City of Yellowknife offers a starting salary of $111,875, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including a defined benefit pension plan, and monthly housing and vacation travel allowances totaling $450.

Qualified applicants are required to apply no later than April 16, 2025.

Please visit the City of Yellowknife Website at: www.yellowknife.ca to submit your resume.