The City of White Rock is a unique, ocean-side community of 20,000 citizens known for its sunny weather, expansive beach, historic pier, delightful restaurants, and sense of community. The City is located half an hour south of Vancouver on the shore of Semiahmoo Bay.

The Planning & Development Services Department seeks an experienced and customer-focused individual to join their team on a regular full-time basis. As a member of the Building Services team you are responsible for coordinating the provision of an effective building permit review service that helps ensure development meets all legislated safety, design and operational requirements. The Senior Architectural Technologist conducts specialized technical work and systematically examines a wide variety of building permit applications and plans to ensure that the proposals comply with the building code, municipal regulations and bylaws. Considerable independent judgment and actions are exercised by the incumbent related to the interpretation of codes and regulations and the incumbent performs inspections as required. Other duties include coordinating the review of plans through internal departments, participating in reviewing and developing policies, procedures and guidelines, creating reports and advising on zoning bylaw reviews. This individual also provides work oversight, direction and guidance to one or more staff members engaged in plans examination work.

The ideal individual for this position thrives in a busy environment and possesses excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills as well as exceptional customer service.

Necessary skills and qualifications include:

Completion of a Diploma  in architectural or building technology and considerable related experience in a municipal development environment;
BOABC Level 3 Certification preferred;
Thorough knowledge of building and zoning bylaws, the BC Building Code, regulations and policies, and sound knowledge of standard building construction practices and materials; experience with Tempest/Prospero an asset;
Ability to read, understand and explain plans, drawings and specifications;
Possess and ability to maintain a valid Class 5 driver’s license with a safe driving record