Building Safety Codes Officer III Full-time Job

Are you up to the challenge of thinking outside the box when it comes to permitting, inspections and process improvements to help with the future of building a safe and healthy city? If so, read on!

As a Building Safety Codes Officer III on the Compliance Learning & Innovation team, you will use your technical expertise in all aspects related to the requirements of Safety Codes Act and other applicable regulations and bylaws.

Your assignments will include specialized work related to process improvements, evolving council priorities(including affordable/supportive housing, climate/energy targets, and advancement of the City Plan) and complex technical work related to Alternate Solutions, Citywide Variances, Special Event permits and evolving section/branch project work such as with the Permitting and Licensing Initiative team.  

You will further advise, guide, mentor and coach Safety Codes Officers, to ensure the technical work of these officers is in alignment with City of Edmonton standards. Your work will be distinguished from the Safety Codes Officer II by additional responsibility in completing complex inspections and/or plans examinations, the review of escalated plans and inspections, and project specific duties. This position will be consulted on for code interpretations and the creation of new processes, policies and SOP development with the Compliance Learning & Innovation team..

With a focus on the City of Edmonton’s Cultural Commitments to Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, you will:

• Conduct plans examination and/or onsite inspections
  
• Notify applicants of findings by report
  
• Support consistent interpretations of codes, policies and procedures and resolves inconsistencies when they become apparent
  
• Assist SCOs in resolving concerns related to complex code, construction and/or enforcement issues
  
• Ensure the highest standard of service is provided by sharing best practices and advanced knowledge and applications
  
• Act as a SME resource for escalation for other Safety Codes Officers in handling requests of peculiar nature or day-to-day escalation processes
  
• Engage with other Officers to discuss trends, challenges and emerging concerns to discuss with supervisors and managers
  
• Act as lead plans examiner or inspector on complex cases where other Safety Codes Officers may be assigned to participate and share knowledge, tips, methods, and best practices with other Officers
  
• Mentor Safety Codes Officers both in the field and the office
  
• Provide comments and support  changes to processes and code interpretations
  
• Lead code interpretations within discipline
  
• Write Safety Codes Orders and Infraction letters as well as consult with team when they are writing Orders to ensure clarity and proper subject matter
  
• Inspect buildings as frequently as necessary during the course of construction, alteration or repair to determine conformity with approved plans, requirements of the codes and related regulations, the Quality Management Plan, bylaws
  
• Perform site inspections as requested to ensure alignment with plan examiners’ observations and the applicable legislation at various points during the construction process
  
• Consult with or assist related departments, provincial authorities and associations as needed
  Inspect buildings at recognized stages of construction and identify Safety Codes infractions for owners/developers prior to occupancy being granted at the final inspection, or to assess the extent of damages and to determine the repairs necessary to return such structures to required standards
  
• Grant detailed permits for construction to proceed at different stages as per submitted and approved plans
  
• Consult with or assists other units within Urban Planning and Economy and the City, provincial authorities or associations on complex information
  
• Input relevant data, reports, correspondence and permits into POSSE and other systems used by the City
  
• Create reports or other correspondence detailing any questions or deficiencies found on site as well as actions taken and recommendations provided
  
• Coordinate review as required with other departments
  
• Provide interpretation/information relating to the Building Code, bylaws or other regulations to contractors, builders, designers, developers or citizens, as applicable
  
• Explain requirements of safety codes and educates developers, owners or other parties involved as appropriate
  
• Build relationships with builders, home owners, applicants, contractors to enhance City reputation and service delivery
  
• Perform other related duties as required
  

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• 3 years experience as a Registered Safety Codes Officer in plans examination and/or inspection within a related Building discipline
• Journeyman carpenter, plumber, electrician, sheet metal worker or bricklayer certification recognized in Alberta with a minimum of six (6) years’ journeyman experience in the construction of commercial and residential buildings; OR  2-year technology diploma in a related field or equivalent recognized in Canada and eight (8) years of relevant experience in the building construction industry; OR Engineering or architecture degree recognized in Canada and six (6) years of relevant experience in the building construction industry
• Registered as a Safety Codes Officerin the Province of Alberta having satisfactorily completed training achieving certification as Residential,
• Part 9 and Part 3 or equivalent (Group A Level 3) with Safety Codes Council in the Province of Alberta
• Demonstrated experience with providing advice, guidance, coaching and mentoring of team members
• Experience with a variety of personal computer software
• Strong knowledge of standard methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment employed in the building construction trades with experience involving residential projects
• Knowledge of the Safety Codes Act, the National Building Code - Alberta Edition, City Bylaws and related policies, procedures and regulations as they pertain to residential and commercial buildings
• Must possess the ability to analyze and interpret legislation in contexts with unique or unfamiliar circumstances
• Ability to recognize construction that does not meet the intent of the National Building Code - Alberta Edition or hazardous conditions pertaining to residential and commercial building construction and determine structural stability of residential/commercial buildings through review of plans or on-site inspections
• Ability to analyze and interpret plans or designs prepared by applicants, architects and/or engineers
• Advanced communication skills, both verbally and in writing to convey important information to concerned parties and foster compliance, collaboration or buy-in
• Exceptionally strong communication skills to share knowledge and provide guidance and education to other Safety Codes Officers
• Ability to explain advanced technical concepts and interpretations to citizens, developers and staff
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and projects and effectively organize tasks while changing priorities and circumstances
• Ability to make impartial and transparent decisions in the application of Safety Codes
• Proficient in the use of personal computers for data entry, plan review, communication with customers
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results in the context of a respectful, inclusive and service-minded style
• Embrace the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, and foster an environment that encourages others to do the same
• Demonstrate the key behaviours and attributes of the City’s six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent). Must arrange own transportation to be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy. This may require business auto insurance
• Hire is dependent upon a Police Information Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton
• Applicants may be tested
• Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more information on the City’s Cultural Commitments, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
• Demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviours and attributes of the City’s six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator.  For more information on the City’s leadership competencies, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture

The City of Edmonton is committed to inclusive, respectful and equitable workplaces that represent the communities we serve. We continuously improve our systems, policies and practices to remove barriers and ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. We value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourage you to apply. To learn more, see the Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework here: https://bit.ly/3hd2d95.

The City of Edmonton strives to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the application and selection process. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact [email protected].

Up to 1 permanent full-time position

Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week or 40 hours per week depending on seasonal needs

The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance.

Salary (33.75 hours): $50.105 - $62.836 (Hourly); $88,272.48 - $110,701.32 (Annually)

Salary (40 hours): $47.346 - $59.382 (Hourly); $98,858.45 - $123,989.62 (Annually)

Talent Acquisition Consultant: RD/JF

Classification Title: Safety Codes Officer III
Posting Date: Jun 14, 2024
Closing Date: June 21, 2024 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Permanent Full-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: Urban Planning and Economy
Work Location(s): 3rd Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4

Edmonton is the capital city of the Canadian province of Alberta. Edmonton is situated on the North Saskatchewan River and is the centre of the Edmonton Metropolitan Region, which is surrounded by Alberta's central region.