Job Description

SENIOR BUILDING OFFICIAL

COMPETITION: #25-143

STATUS: Auxiliary (CUPE)

DEPARTMENT: Economic Development

SALARY: $53.29 - $63.04 per hour

CLOSING: August 21, 2025

We strive for excellence as we deliver vital municipal services with innovation, accountability and efficiency to meet the needs of the community now and into the future. Be part of our story. Come grow with us!

POSITION OVERVIEW

Join the City of Maple Ridge as a Senior Building Official and lead a dedicated team of Building Officials in ensuring our city's structures meet the highest standards of safety and compliance. This role involves complex supervisory, inspectional, and regulatory responsibilities, focusing on reviewing plans and inspecting buildings to ensure adherence to the BC Building Code and related city bylaws.

As a Senior Building Official, you will specialize in building regulatory functions and possess deep expertise in the applicable sections of the BC Building Code. Your duties will include conducting field inspections, often accompanying and guiding subordinate Building Officials on challenging and intricate inspections. In addition, you will play a pivotal role in developing policies and procedures, recommending regulatory changes, and exercising considerable independence in interpreting and enforcing bylaws.

This position requires a strong decision-maker with the ability to manage day-to-day supervision effectively while maintaining high standards of compliance. You will work closely with senior management to address difficult policy questions, ensuring that department policies are adhered to and objectives are met. If you are passionate about building safety and have a keen eye for detail, we invite you to bring your expertise to our dynamic team at the City of Maple Ridge

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of a diploma in Building Technology from a recognized post-secondary institution plus considerable related experience, preferably as a Building Official; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of principles and practices related to the trades inspectional field of responsibility.

Thorough knowledge of the relevant municipal bylaws and provincial regulations, codes and standards.

Considerable knowledge of the departmental policies, procedures and practices related to the work.

Ability to understand, interpret and apply the BC Building Code, bylaws, regulations, plans and specifications, to recognize technical requirements and to suggest changes and corrections as required.

Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of subordinate staff.

Ability to read, understand and interpret plans and specifications; recognize technical requirements and suggest and enforce changes or corrections as required.

Ability to recognize faulty construction or hazardous conditions pertaining to structural stability of buildings.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external contacts and to enforce regulations and codes with fairness, impartiality and good judgement.

Ability to assist in developing policies and procedures and to prepare a variety of reports related to the work.

LICENCES AND CERTIFICATES

BOABC Level 3 Qualification

Registration as a Building Official with the BOABC

Valid Class 5 driver's license valid in the Province of British Columbia.

HOURS OF WORK

This is an auxiliary position with no ongoing schedule of hours.

EQUITY STATEMENT

At the City of Maple Ridge, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive culture that actively values and embraces diversity. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is broadly reflective of the community we proudly serve. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting recruitment@mapleridge.ca.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

The City of Maple Ridge is a great place to work with competitive compensation packages that include the Municipal Pension Plan, a strong employee wellness program and the opportunity for professional career growth and professional development. If you want to help shape a growing community in a municipality that strives for service excellence, then this is the position for you.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.