The Town of Yarmouth is seeking applications for the position of Building Official.
Reporting to the Director of Planning and Development, the successful candidate will primarily work in collaboration with the Town’s Building Official and Fire Inspector administering
and enforcing the Nova Scotia Building Code, Building By-law, the Minimum Housing Standards By-law, and the applicable provisions of the Municipal Government Act related to the provisions under the Dangerous or Unsightly Premises.
A successful candidate may also be required to assist the Town’s By-law Enforcement Officer to provide appropriate level of service and coverage.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for an individual who is looking to develop their career in municipal building inspections and code administration while working as part of a supportive and collaborative team.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer the Nova Scotia Building Code Act and Regulations and the Municipal government Act provisions related to dangerous and unsightly premises.
- Receive and review building, occupancy and demolition permit applications and review plans.
- Issue building, occupancy and demolition permits.
- Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with applicable codes, legislation, and by-laws.
- Respond to inquiries from contractors, property owners, and the public.
- Enforce other municipal By-laws, as directed.
Education and Experience
- Qualified Level 1 Building Official or completion of the courses required to obtain Level 1 qualification with a willingness to achieve certification.
- A minimum of five (5) years of residential and/or commercial construction building experience.
- A commitment to obtaining and maintaining required Building Official certifications with the goal of becoming a member of the Building Officials Association of Nova Scotia (NSBOA).
- Consideration will be given to those applicants with a two-year post secondary diploma in a related field or a Red Seal Trade certification combined with relevant construction experience may be also considered.
Join our Team!
- Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week)
- Optional compressed work week (as per Town policy)
- Competitive employer cost shared health benefits (Health, Dental, Life/Dependant Life, Long Term Disability)
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan - Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Pension Plan
- Employer cost shared Mariners on Main membership
Salary Scale - $69,762 – $84,568
A complete job description detailing full duties and responsibilities is available here. pdf Building Official(198 KB)
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected. Early applications are encouraged. To apply, please forward a cover letter and resume in a single PDF document to jobs@townofyarmouth.ca.
The Town of Yarmouth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and other racially visible people, persons with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.
The Town of Yarmouth has an Accommodation Policy. During the recruitment process, applicants have the right and are encouraged to request an accommodation should they need.
We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.