Supervisor, Residential Building Permit Approvals (Plan Checker 4)

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Employment Status: Union – CUPE Local 402 – Regular Full-Time

Scope

Reporting to the Manager, Residential Building Permit Approvals, the Supervisor will be responsible for leading and supervising a multi-functional team in support of building permits. In this role, you will oversee the processing of building permit applications, plans and specifications for single family dwellings, duplexes, small scale multi-unit housing, rowhouses, townhouses, accessory buildings and structures.

Responsibilities

1. Supervise, train, evaluate staff and direct operations for the residential building permit approvals section.
2. Review and implement practices, procedures and programs related to the building permit approval process.
3. Review proposed building designs and documents for substantial compliance with related bylaws and building regulations.
4. Coordinate building permit processing requirements with other divisions, departments and regulatory agencies.
5. Provide complex technical advice, assistance, interpretation and information to the general public, contractors, owners, and registered professionals on matters related to building permit applications.
6. Investigate complaints related to the building permit application review process and recommend appropriate action.
7. Attend meetings including but not limited to pre-application meetings.
8. Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

1. Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by a Diploma in Building Technology.
2. Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a related supervisory role.
3. Minimum three (3) years’ experience as a plan reviewer for complex developments.
4. Level III Certificate from the Building Official’s Association of BC or equivalent.
5. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
6. Professional designation as a Registered Building Official.
7. Strong oral and written communication skills.
8. Thorough knowledge of relevant bylaws, codes, and regulations, including the BC Building Code and supporting municipal bylaws.
9. Experience training, motivating and evaluating staff.

Number of Job Openings: 1

Pay Grade: 29

Hourly Rate: $51.52 Pay Steps Hourly Rates Step 1 $51.52 Step 2 (6 months) $53.84 Step 3 (18 months) $55.86 Step 4 (30 months) $58.40

Conditions of Employment

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Closing Date

This job will be posted until November 14, 2024.

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