Safety Codes Officer (Building Inspector)

We Are:
The Town of Okotoks is offering a dynamic position within a work environment where communication, accountability and collaboration are core values required to support internal and external customers by providing an exceptional level of customer service. The Town of Okotoks fosters a culture of shared accountability through our collaboratively developed “Habits of Execution”, which empower employees to focus on organizational outcomes and support a high performance culture. We have a strong focus on health and safety, and strive for a culture of wellness, inclusion and organizational effectiveness.

The Opportunity:
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Safety Codes Officer, Building Discipline, to be a part of our Assessment & Building Business Centre within Community Growth & Identity Division. The position reports to the Assessment & Building Manager and will be responsible for work as such:

• Reviewing building permit applications and attend inspections when requested, to ensure compliance with the Alberta Safety Codes Act and UQMP program
• Inspecting the siting and construction of buildings/developments for compliance with the Alberta Safety Codes Act and Regulation
• Reviewing plans through consultation with homeowners and designers to ensure minimum standards according to Alberta Safety Codes Act
• Ensuring all applications are in compliance with related Town bylaws
• Research and respond to internal and external stakeholders requests 

What we offer

• An excellent pension plan
• Benefit plans
• Career development
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health, dental, paramedical
• Flexible work schedule

What you Bring

A combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to qualify. A typical way to qualify is equivalency to completion of a diploma training program at a college or technical school a minimum of a diploma training program at a college or technical school (architectural or building construction) plus:

• Current and valid certification as a Building Safety Codes is required; Preference Part 3 and ‘HVAC All’ considered an asset
• A minimum of 3 or more years related work experience, preferably in construction, representing continuous learning and career progression required
• Detailed and thorough knowledge of the Alberta Safety Codes Act and regulations including current Construction Codes and related Town of Okotoks bylaws as they pertain to the position
• Strong interpersonal skills including tact and diplomacy along with proven written and oral communication skills, including public speaking are required
• Proven strong organizational, customer service and prioritizing skills required
• Demonstrated ability to interpret construction codes and drawings required
• A valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (non GDA) and with less than 6 demerit points and no suspension or pending suspensions, required
• Municipality experience considered an asset
• Proficient computer skills.