Job Description

The Municipality of Chatham-Kent has a permanent full-time Building Inspector/Bylaw Enforcement Officer opening in the Building Development Services division.

Job description

The Building Inspector/Bylaw Enforcement Officer reviews and inspects all buildings during construction to ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code. The position also ensures compliance and enforcement of Municipal By-Laws.

Essential responsibilities

• Demonstrate Chatham-Kent\'s core values and competencies
• Review plans, issue permits and conduct inspections; for the construction, renovation, extension, repair, demolition and/or change of use for all residential, institutional, commercial, industrial, assembly and accessory buildings to ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code, Municipal by-laws, and other applicable laws.
• Conduct inspections of unsafe buildings and/or buildings damaged by natural disasters, accidents, or severe/inclement weather to assess damage and condition of building(s) to determine appropriate remedial action in accordance with the Ontario Building Code, and issues applicable orders.
• Receive, investigate and resolve inquiries and/or complaints from residents, members of council, the mayor and the general public regarding building inspection, enforcement and municipal by-laws related matters.
• Conduct and oversee property cleanups, towing of derelict vehicles, securing vacant properties and demolition of dilapidated structures.
• Prepare and provide inspection reports, Notices and Orders identifying corrective measures required for compliance with applicable municipal by-laws.

Essential qualifications

• College diploma or university degree in a related program, preferably with a Municipal setting or construction industry or in an architecture, construction, or engineering technology program, or a trade certificate with two (2) to four (4) years related experience.
• A person must be provincially qualified and registered by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing to be appointed as a building inspector. There are 12 classes of qualifications for building inspectors and the ideal applicant would be registered or enrolled in the following;

• Powers and Duties of Chief Building Official (CBO)
• Plumbing House
• House
• It is expected that the successful candidate will complete a minimum of one (1) class of qualifications per year until fully qualified
• Working knowledge of CityView (or other similar program)
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email and internet (or other similar software programs)

Other qualifications

• Experience enforcing Municipal by-laws and preparing legal documents would be an asset

Certifications, memberships, licenses

• Candidate that is qualified and registered with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing to perform any duties as required in the Ontario Building Code would be an asset
• Ontario Association of Property Standards Officers (OAPSO) certificate would be an asset
• Occupational Health and Safety Certificate would be an asset

Work environment/hours of work

• This position works both indoors and outdoors
• This position works weekday hours, as well as occasional evenings and weekends

COVID-19 Vaccination

The Municipality of Chatham-Kent no longer requires a COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. Although it is not mandatory to be vaccinated, it is highly encouraged.

Driver\'s licence/vehicle requirements

Because of the responsibilities, this position requires the successful candidate to have a valid class G Ontario driver\'s licence; a driver\'s abstract will be conducted by the Municipality of Chatham-Kent. An acceptable driver\'s abstract will: be an original document and current (within the previous thirty (30) days); have no more than four (4) demerit points; have no more than two (2) convictions for the same offence; have no criminal code convictions; have no \'non-medical or administrative\' license suspension in the preceding three (3) years.

Background check requirements

Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check prior to commencement of employment. A background check may include the following: Police Criminal Record Check, education/certification verification, and employment reference check.

Essential physical and/or safety requirements

• Bending: frequent twisting
• Reaching: frequent reaching below shoulder and forward
• Hands: frequent fine finger dexterity (movement) and mousing (working on computer)

Compensation

This position has been temporarily approved for the Market Adjustment Grid (MAG) due to a combination of eligibility criteria, which will be reviewed on an annual basis. The temporary adjusted annual salary range for this position will be $81,646 to $89,112 (based on grade 8 of the 2023 MAG).

The Full-time Non-union (FTNU) salary range is $70,812 to $80,045. Based on the skills, qualifications and performance of the successful candidate, they will be placed at a progression step between the FTNU job minimum ($70,812) and the MAG job rate ($89,112).

Benefits

This permanent full-time position will receive benefits including: participation in the OMERS pension plan (mandatory), vacation entitlement and a comprehensive group benefits package following the successful completion of a 3 month waiting period.



The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain talented employees in a workplace that is inclusive, supportive, and reflective of the diverse community we serve.

Should you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources & Organizational Development (HROD) at 519-360-1998. Applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation and will be used strictly for the purpose of candidate selection.