Building Safety Codes Officer II - REVISED

City of Edmonton; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 88,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Edmonton is seeking a Building Safety Code Officer II who will apply technical construction knowledge to ensure safe buildings and compliance with provincial codes. You will review plans, perform on-site inspections, and manage permits using POSSE while guiding applicants and developers to compliant solutions.

You will collaborate with municipal and provincial partners, identify safety issues on-site, and participate in safety and training activities to support ongoing code

Qualifications

• Completion of Alberta-recognized Journeyman cert plus five years of building construction experience OR two-year tech diploma plus seven years of experience OR engineering/architecture degree plus five years experience.
• Registered Safety Codes Officer with Training in Residential, Part 9, Part 3 or Group A Level 3 equivalent.
• At least 1 year of practical experience in building construction, project scheduling, and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Review plans examinations and permit applications for compliance with building codes and bylaws.
• Conduct on-site inspections at defined construction stages to verify compliance.
• Issue, withhold, suspend, or revoke permits using POSSE.
• Coach and consult with applicants, contractors, and designers to resolve deficiencies.
• Collaborate with internal/external authorities for multi-department approvals.
• Identify safety infractions on-site and assess required repairs to meet standards.
• Participate in safety meetings and ensure environmentally compliant inspection tasks.
• Receive training in other Safety Codes areas as business needs require.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Safety codes interpretation

Clear communication

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Alberta Journeyman certification

Two-year technology diploma

Engineering or Architecture degree

Safety Codes Officer registration (Residential/Part 9/Part 3)

1 year construction project experience

Tools

POSSE permit system

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your technical construction knowledge and make a tangible impact on safety and community development? The City of Edmonton is looking for a dedicated and collaborative Building Safety Code Officer II to join our Safety Codes, Permits & Inspections team. In this role, you will play an essential part in ensuring that the buildings where our community lives, works, and plays are built safely and in compliance with provincial codes. If you are a problem-solver who enjoys working closely with builders and community partners to find creative, compliant solutions, we want to hear from you!.

What will you do?

• Conduct thorough plans examinations and review permit applications for newly constructed or renovated buildings to ensure compliance with building codes, bylaws, and municipal standards
• Perform on-site inspections at recognized stages of construction to verify alignment with approved plans and applicable legislation
• Issue, withhold, suspend, or revoke building permits using the City's data management systems (POSSE)
• Coach and consult with applicants, contractors, designers, and developers to resolve deficiencies and explain code interpretations clearly
• Collaborate with internal municipal units and external provincial authorities to deliver cohesive reports and coordinate multi-departmental approvals
• Identify safety infractions on-site and assess required repairs for damaged structures to return them to safe, required standards
• Participate actively in safety meetings and ensure that all on-site inspection tasks are performed in an environmentally safe and legislative-compliant manner
• Training in other Safety Codes areas as business needs require
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Completion of the 12th school grade, combined with an Alberta-recognized Journeyman certification in carpentry, plumbing/gasfitting, electrical, sheet metal work, power steamer engineering, or bricklaying, plus five (5) years of relevant building construction industry experience post-certification.
• OR: A two-year technology diploma in a related field recognized in Canada, plus seven (7) years of relevant building construction industry experience post-diploma.
• OR: An engineering or architecture degree recognized in Canada, plus five (5) years of relevant building construction industry experience (with at least one year completed after obtaining the degree).
• Registered as a Safety Codes Officer with the Safety Codes Council in the Province of Alberta, with completed training/certifications in "Residential", "Part 9", and "Part 3" (or Group A Level 3 equivalent).
• At least 1 year of practical experience in building construction, project scheduling, and industry best practices.

Assets:

• Experience navigating and utilizing POSSE or equivalent municipal data management and permit-tracking software.
• Previous experience working in a municipal environment collaborating across multi-disciplinary teams (e.g., Fire Rescue Services, Development Approvals).

Skills required for success:

• Strong ability to analyze complex technical designs, evaluate structural stability, and interpret evolving safety codes legislation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to break down complex technical concepts into simple, understandable terms for community partners and homeowners.
• A customer-service mindset focused on working proactively with applicants to identify alternative, safe solutions when facing non-compliant items.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadline pressures, and stay highly organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( https://bit.ly/4brRrXm )
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation, and inclusion.
• Alignment with the goals of the City Plan

Conditions of Employment:

• Compliance with City of Edmonton Occupational Health and Safety Standards, including wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (steel-toed boots, hard hat, safety glasses, and hearing protection).
• Ability to satisfy the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 20 lbs frequently, climbing ladders/stairs, and walking/balancing on construction sites.
• A valid Class 5 Motor Vehicle License and a clean commercial/personal driving record
• Hire is dependent on a Criminal Records Check (CRC) that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton, and there may be a cost associated with this requirement
• Applicants may be tested.

Work Environment:

• This position offers a dynamic mix of indoor office work (plans examination, data entry, customer phone/email inquiries) and outdoor field work (site inspections).
• You will be exposed to varying outdoor environments, including extreme temperatures, dust, construction noise, and heights.
• The role involves frequent face-to-face interaction with the public and builders, requiring a high level of professionalism and conflict-resolution skills during occasionally confrontational scenarios.
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement, and the incumbent will be notified in advance.

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.

Up to 1 permanent full-time position.

Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week

Salary Range: $49.916 - $62.735 (Hourly); $87,939.51 - $110,523.39 (Annually)

Recruitment Consultant: JF/SO

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