Plans Examiner III - Jobs in West Vancouver, BC

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(Permanent, Full-Time)Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.The West Vancouver Permits and Inspections Department is currently seeking Permanent Full-Time Plans Examiner III to join our highly qualified team. Reporting to the Supervisor/Senior Plans Examiner, this position is responsible for examining plans, drawings and specifications accompanying more complex permit applications for all building types to ensure compliance with the applicable codes and regulations.The successful candidate will be responsible for:Providing an effective plan checking service to ensure that proposed construction projects and alterations to existing buildings and structures meet the general design and safety standards of the District prior to issuing building permits;Reviewing plans for the more complex building permit applications;Coordinating the work of the plan review function with other departmental activities;Performing on-site inspections for more complex building;Providing information, advice, and assistance to a variety of internal and external contacts;Representing the Municipality in presenting information to the Prosecutor for legal actions against violations of the Building Bylaw, andPerforming other related duties as required.The successful candidate has: thorough knowledge of the BC Building Code; ability to read and interpret BC Building Code, bylaws, regulations, specifications, and departmental policies, blueprints, legal maps, and related materials, and to recognize technical requirements and recommend corrections and changes; ability to prepare and present evidence in court as required, to prepare reports and correspondence and maintain records related to the work; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, internal and external contacts; and ability to provide orientation, direction, and guidance to staff engaged in plans examination work; registered as a Qualified Building Official 3 with the Building Association of British Columbia is preferred; and a valid BC Driver’s Licence.The preferred candidate will possess: a Diploma in Building Technology from a recognized Institute of Technology, plus considerable related experience in the building/civil engineering industry or municipal field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.The successful candidate will be required to supply a police information check and a copy of their credentials.This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licenses and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the Class Specification which is available for inspection in the Human Resources Department or on Westnet.Position Status:Union (WVMEA) – Permanent Full-TimeHours of Work:35 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)Starting Rate of Pay:$40.37 per hour(This position has a pay structure with five steps which increase annually.)Closing Date:11:59 p.m. on Monday, May 10, 2021To Apply:Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Centre at westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position.We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 yearsExperience : Experience an asset