Safety Codes Clerk

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo in Fort McMurray is seeking a Safety Codes Clerk on a temporary full-time basis to administer safety codes documentation and dispatch inspections under the Safety Codes Act.

This role supports Safety Codes Officers, handles permit information, schedules inspections, and processes occupancy certificates, with a Certificate in Office/Business Admin and 2 years of experience required.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Office or Business Administration is required.
• Two years of related experience is required.
• Experience in a customer service role is required.
• Ability to obtain Permit Issuers Designation under the Safety Codes Act is required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to enquiries regarding site inspection reports and permit service reports.
• Adhere to the Municipal permit policy, Safety Codes Act and UQMP.
• Provide support to the Safety Codes Officers and Supervisors.
• Review permit information for accuracy and completeness to issue appropriate reports.
• Answer phones and schedule inspections.
• Process and collect documents to close permits.
• Collect the required information to process and issue occupancy certificates.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Multitasking

MS Office

Accela

SAP

Education

Certificate in Office or Business Administration

Tools

Accela

SAP

Job description

Requisition ID:4579
Affiliation: CUPE Municipal
Position Type: Temporary Full Time
Fixed Term Duration:Anticipated End Date: November 19, 2027
Number of Openings: 1
Bi-weekly Working Hours: 70 hours bi-weekly
Shift/Work Schedule:Monday to Friday
Department/ Branch: Planning & Development Services, Safety Codes
Job Location: Fort McMurray
Pay Level:PL6
Rate: $42.36
COLA:Bi-Weekly - $480
REPOST(dd/mm/yyyy): 02/10/2026. Originally posted 19/09/2026
Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 18/10/2026
Posting Type:Internal

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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is one of Canada's most unique and fast-evolving regions - a place where innovative thinking meets real-world impact. Our Planning and Development Division shapes where we live, work and play. Planning & Development at RMWB is more than policies and plans, it's about creating vibrant, inclusive and sustainable communities. Join a collaborative team that leads long-term strategy, supports development initiatives, and partners with residents and community partners to build our shared future. If you're passionate about smart growth and public service, this is your opportunity to make your mark.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision, the Safety Codes Clerk is responsible for the administration and processing of safety codes documentation and dispatch inspection requests in accordance with the Safety Codes Act, Alberta permit policy, Municipal permit policy and Uniform Quality Management Plan (UQMP). Provide administrative support to the Safety Codes Officers. The incumbent will ensure customer service standards of the Municipality are always met, whether interaction is on the phone, via email or in person.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Respond to enquiries regarding site inspection reports and permit service reports.
• Adhere to the Municipal permit policy, Safety Codes Act and UQMP.
• Provide support to the Safety Codes Officers and Supervisors.
• Review permit information for accuracy and completeness to issue appropriate reports.
• Answer phones and schedule inspections.
• Process and collect documents to close permits.
• Collect the required information to process and issue occupancy certificates.
• Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the Safety Codes Act, Provincial permitting regulations, Municipal Government Act, Municipal Bylaws, and other relevant legislation, regulations, and guidelines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills .
• Exceptionally strong customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to deal effectively with the public, sometimes in difficult or conflict situations.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a demanding, fast paced environment.
• Motivated and demonstrates high level of professionalism.
• Proficient with various Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to learn and utilize other relevant computer-based application programs, including but not limited to Accela and SAP.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Certificate in Office or Business Administration is required.
• Two (2) years of related experience is required.
• Experience in a customer service role is required.
• Ability to obtain Permit Issuers Designation under the Safety Codes Act is required.

SAFETY:

As an employee of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible for understanding and actively participating in the RMWB's health and safety management system, and complying with all policies, practices, and procedures . All employees must take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and others, as well as immediately report any concerns, near misses, incidents, and hazardous conditions to their supervisor.