Municipal Building OfficialCompetition Number: 28059
Primary Work Location: Waterloo City Centre
Posting Status: Internal & External Job Posting
Hourly Range: $41.90 - $52.38 (Band H - 2027 rates)
Number of Positions: 1 (Current Vacancy)
Employment Group: Staff Association
Job Status: Temporary Full Time (up to 20 months)
Posting Release Date: October 22, 2026
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Posting Closing Date: November 6, 2026
What you will do:Reporting to the Manager, Plans Examination, your primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Determine if applications are acceptable as a complete building permit application.
- Determine the applicable building permit fees and permit due date.
- Answer building code inquiries from design professionals, builders and the general public.
- Verify all applicable approvals from other levels of government and authorities.
- Provide assistance to inquiries relating to the building permit and inspection process.
- Inform permit applicants, design professionals, builders, etc. of any code deficiencies and resolve same.
- Research code related matters for building staff.
- Inspect construction plans for bylaw and building code compliance and confirm compliance with applicable zoning bylaw.
- Schedule inspection requests and results in AMANDA.
- Inspect construction for compliance with approved drawings and applicable codes.
- Other duties as assigned.
What you will bring:- A post-secondary diploma in Construction Engineering or Architectural Technology with a minimum of two (2) years related municipal experience in building plan review and inspection of Part 9 residential houses and accessory structures; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
- Must hold or be willing to obtain qualifications under the Building Code Act in the following categories: House and Legal General.
- Good working knowledge of the Building Code Act and the Ontario Building Code and other building-related legislation and related plan review processes.
- Familiar with statutes and regulations defined as applicable law under the Building Code Act.
- Comfortable reviewing plans in an office environment, providing guidance to administration staff, and explaining matters evolving from the enforcement of the Building Code Act.
- Valid MTO 'G' class driver's licence in good standing with driver's abstract acceptable to the City (maximum of 3 demerit points; maximum of 2 convictions within the previous 36 months; no driving related criminal code convictions within the previous 36 months; and no ignition interlock restrictions) is required to perform the job.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and listening skills to identify problems and solutions and to deal effectively with varied customer base.
- Energetic, motivated person who can work in both team situations and independently.
- Excellent organizational and record keeping skills.
- Able to switch focus and respond to the demands of the permit flow, customer inquiries or administrative demands.
- A passion for promoting and maintaining a healthy and safe workplace and the ability to work respectfully and effectively in a team environment.
- Strong commitment to delivering quality customer service.
- Demonstrated commitment to Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity and Inclusion.
What we will require:- A Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check satisfactory to the City.
- Proof of your current and valid certificate(s), licenses and/or educational qualifications, if applicable.
Staff Association:Qualified and eligible City of Waterloo Staff Association applicants will be considered first for this posting.
