The Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) is the regional government serving the approximate 30,000 residents of the Sunshine Coast. Bordered by rugged mountains on one side and the Georgia Strait on the other, the Sunshine Coast is situated on a peninsula between Howe Sound and Jervis Inlet in the traditional territory of the Sechelt and Squamish First Nations. Known for its mild winters, beautiful surroundings, arts, culture, and friendly people, the Sunshine Coast is not only a preferred tourist destination, it is a great place to live.
The Sunshine Coast Regional District is currently inviting applications for the position of Senior Building Official (Full-time) but may also consider filling this vacancy as a Building Official 2 (Full-time). The Building Official position examines applications for building permits to determine conformity to the BC Building Code, zoning bylaws, easements and covenants and other specifications, and advises clients on building related matters.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Grade 12 or equivalent.
A Trades Qualification or technical diploma in building or other related technology from a recognized institution.
Level 1 certificate from the Plumbing Inspectors Association of BC required; Level 2 preferred.
*Level 3 certificate from the Building Officials Association of BC (BOABC) preferred.
Minimum of five (5) years’ work experience working with codes and standards in building and plumbing design and in conducting inspections.
*Please note: Consideration may be given to Level 2 certification provided there is a willingness to obtain Level 3 certification within a reasonable amount of time. Applicants possessing Level 2 certification may be offered this position as a Building Official 2 until such time as they obtain Level 3 certification.
OTHER SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
Working knowledge of all types of building construction materials and methods and stages of construction.
Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing specifically to prepare clear, concise reports and correspondence.
Ability to deal effectively with confrontational clients.
Ability to operate a computer using standard software products e.g. e-mail, word-processing.
Valid BC driver’s licence.
Successful results from RCMP criminal records check.
Building Official positions are bargaining unit with the following wage rates:
Senior Building Official – $39.28 per hour (Under Review)
Building Official 2 – $37.78 per hour (Under Review)
This position will include a full benefit package upon the successful completion of a four month probationary period with the SCRD. A copy of the complete job descriptions are available on the SCRD website at www.scrd.ca/employment . Applications for this position must include a current resume, a cover letter quoting the competition number and proof of education/certification submitted in confidence to Human Resources by the closing date and time shown above. Applications can be dropped off in person or mailed to 1975 Field Road, Sechelt, BC, V0N 3A1, faxed to 604-885-7909 or emailed to employment@scrd.ca.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.