Building and Licensing Assistant

City of West Kelowna; West Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of West Kelowna seeks a Building & Licensing Assistant to support the Development Services Division. The role involves administrative duties related to building permits, licensing, and improving departmental processes, along with competitive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Improved vacation package

Municipal Pension Plan

Earned Time Off Program

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a related position.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support building permit administration and licensing processes.
• Manage multiple departmental projects efficiently.
• Assist with software development and statistical tracking.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Communication skills

Software proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Post-secondary training in administrative courses

Building technology or local government related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software (e.g., Cityview, GIS)

Job description

BUILDING & LICENSING ASSISTANT West Kelowna is a thriving city that has a rural sophistication appeal and is a haven for outdoor recreation. Sun-soaked lakeshores, agricultural charm, and access to urban jobs and living have made West Kelowna the place to be. We maintain a deep connection with our agricultural roots, and we celebrate the one-of-a-kind character of our community.

What We Offer:
Improved vacation package, 3 weeks prorated in 1st year/4 weeks vacation at 2 years, competitive salaries, excellent benefits, numerous employee wellness incentives, an earned time off program and professional development opportunities. Build your future with a City who was proudly presented the BC Municipal Safety Association Organizational Safety Excellence Award for leadership, dedication, and diligence in creating a safer and healthier workplace.

Summarized Position Responsibilities:
The Building and Licensing Assistant will support the Development Services Division, focusing on building permit administration, licensing processes, and the continuous improvement of departmental systems and procedures. This position plays a key role in ensuring efficient project execution, software development, statistical tracking, and departmental development. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and skilled in using software to streamline processes, improve reporting, and assist in the successful delivery of departmental projects.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Completion of post-secondary training in administrative courses, building technology or local government related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• A minimum of 2 years experience in a related position
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a customer-focused approach
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); experience with database management or project management software is preferred (Cityview, GIS, etc.)
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy
• Working knowledge of the Local Government Act, the BC Building Code, land use policies, municipal bylaws, and development processes
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and systems quickly
• The ability to exercise courtesy, tact and diplomacy ion the exchange of information with employees, external contacts, and to members of the public

Applications are accepted online at westkelownacity.ca/jobs . We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. We will be contacting applicants who meet our requirements as applications are received and this posting may close ahead of the official closing date if a successful candidate is identified.
Competition No. 25-51E | Opens May 28, 2025 | Closes June 11, 2025
Full Time – Permanent | 35 hrs/wk | $36.88/hr
Benefits | Municipal Pension Plan | Earned Time Off Program | 4 weeks vac at 2 years