Building Official I, II or III

City-of-Penticton; Penticton; On-site; CAD 107,453,000 - 161,179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

3 weeks vacation starting day one

Paid sick leave

Fitness rebates

Free on-site parking

Professional development budget

Job summary

The City of Penticton is seeking a permanent full-time Building Official (Level I, II, or III) based in Penticton, BC. You will manage building permits from application to occupancy, with duties including inspections, by-law enforcement, and coordination across departments.

Required education includes a Grade 12 plus Building Technology training or carpentry apprenticeship, BOABC Level 2/3 or In-Training eligibility, and a valid BC Class 5 license.

Qualifications

• Customer service and effective problem-solving across stakeholders.
• Ability to enforce regulations with sound judgement.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and related material.
• Knowledge of Building Code and safety regulations and by-laws.
• Ability to learn GIS and permit/property records systems.

Responsibilities

• Review permit applications for building compliance.
• Inspect buildings at various stages of completion.
• Coordinate applications through City departments for permit issuance.
• Review reports from designers/engineers.
• Determine compliance of existing buildings undergoing changes.
• Provide technical advice to property owners, contractors, and staff.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Decision making

Plans interpretation

Tech/software literacy

Education

Grade 12 + Building Technology program

Carpentry apprenticeship

BOABC Inspector Level 2/3 or In-Training

Valid BC Driver’s Licence Class 5

Assets: Mechanical/Fire systems certification

Assets: Bylaw Enforcement certification

Assets: PM/Leadership training

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

GIS

Permit/Property records systems

Job description

Penticton is a vibrant, innovative waterfront city known for its commitment to sustainability, community well-being, and economic opportunity. With a strong focus on good governance, collaboration, and service excellence, the City is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors alike.As one of the most active development regions in British Columbia, Penticton features a diverse mix of large-scale and complex construction projects.

Penticton has been recognized as one of Canada’s most livable cities, according to latest rankings by The Globe and Mail, ranked as the eighth most livable medium-sized city in Canada. Nationally, Penticton earned high marks for access to amenities (11th in Canada), #11 for midlife transitions and #11 for retirement, as well as #13 for young professionals. Penticton also placed within the top 20 in the categories of raising kids (#19), contributing to an overall ranking of 35th across Canada. Rooted in agriculture and surrounded by natural beauty, Penticton is known for its orchards, wineries, and craft breweries- making it one of Canada’s top wine destinations. More than 100 years since its incorporation, Penticton continues to grow as a place to live, work, and play.

The City of Penticton is looking for a permanent full-time Building Official (Level I, II, or III)based in Penticton, B.C.

Reporting to the Building Department Manager, Building Officials manage building permits from application to occupancy. Other responsibilities can include Business License inspections and projects revolving around stratifications, changes of use, enforcement and fire/flood damage repairs.

The City of Penticton is one of the most active development regions in the province, with a unique range of large, small and complex construction projects and is a regional leader of the use of digital permitting and inspection systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reviews plans and other documentation accompanying applications for permits to construct, or alter buildings and structures to ensure compliance with applicable codes, acts, bylaws, standards and regulations.
• Monitors and inspects building and structures at various stages of completion to ensure compliance with applicable codes, acts, by-laws, standards and regulations.
• Coordinates the processing of applications through relevant City departments to issue a variety of permit types.
• Reviews and evaluates reports submitted by designers or registered professionals.
• Determines compliance of existing buildings being altered, added to, or having a change of use.
• Provides technical assistance, advice, interpretation and information to property owners, contractors, engineers, architects and other municipal staff on matters related to buildings.

Required Knowledge, Abilities & Skills:

• Strong customer service and communication skills; effective problem-solving skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective workingrelationships across a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to make decisions and apply the power of the authority having jurisdiction through the building bylaw.
• Ability to deal effectively with owners, contractors, tradesmen, registered professionals and others and to enforce all regulations, bylaws andordinances tactfully and firmly with sound judgment.
• Knowledge of applicable sections of the Building Code, and other related safety regulations, procedures, permits and by-laws as they relate to the workbeing performed.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and other related material.
• Proven ability in analyzing situations and making decisions based on an understanding of a complex set of potential consequences.
• Ability to use smart phone, computer, and software applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, and the ability to learn similar permit andproperty records management systems as well as (GIS) Geographical Information Systems.

Required Education, Training & Experience:

• Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by completion of a recognized program from a technical institute in Building Technology OR completion of arecognized apprenticeship in carpentry.
• Certification as a Level 2 or Level 3 inspector (BOABC) or eligibility for qualification and certification through the Building Official In-Training Programfor one of these levels.
• Valid BC Driver's Licence, minimum Class 5.
• Training or Certification in Mechanical, Fire Alarms and Fire Suppression systems would be an asset.
• Training or Certification in Bylaw Enforcement would be an asset.
• Training or Certification related to project management, communication or leadership would be an asset.

About the Benefits

Compensation based on skills and experience is anhourly rate of:

(37.5hours per week, CUPE), along with a host of excellent benefits including:

• Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
• Relocation assistance
• 3 weeks of vacation starting on day one
• 2 weeks of paid sick leave annuallyUp to $200 in annual fitness rebates
• Free community recreation pass (swimming, fitness, etc.)
• Support for professional development, including yearly conference budget
• Free on-site parking
• Draws for tickets to local concerts, hockey games, and employee appreciation events
• Wellness initiatives and team-building activities
• A picturesque waterfront location with access to world-class outdoor recreation and a progressive, community-oriented work culture

At the City of Penticton, we recognize that great talent and great ideas come from a variety of backgrounds. Tapping into the diversity of our community makes us all stronger and allows us to serve Penticton even better.

That's why we welcome all applicants to consider joining our team. We encourage Indigenous persons, people of colour, all genders and expressions, 2SLGBT2QIA+, persons living with disabilities, and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace to apply. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know, we'd be happy to support you!

By October 25, 2026.

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

This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

Life in Penticton

Nestled between two lakes, Penticton enjoys long, hot summers, dry winters and more than 2,000 hours of sunshine each year. We’re located in the southern Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, which is easily accessed by major highways and