Temporary Building Student (1 vacancy)

City of Woodstock, Ontario; Woodstock; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Woodstock is seeking a Temporary Building Student to assist in various administrative duties within the Building Department. The role requires a minimum of grade 12 education and enrollment in a post-secondary institution. Candidates should possess strong computer skills and effective communication abilities. The position offers $19.48/hour, with regular office hours from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a post-secondary institution.
• Proficient computer skills required.
• Excellent communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Building Department with administrative duties.
• Book Building Inspections.
• Input data for processing building permits.
• Direct telephone calls to appropriate staff.
• Respond to staff and public inquiries.

Skills

Proficient computer knowledge and skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Minimum grade 12 and enrolled in a post-secondary school

Job description

2025-100

TEMPORARY BUILDING STUDENT (1 vacancy)

Reporting to: Deputy Chief Building Official
Department: Building
Classification: Student (contract until January 2, 2026); Unionized
Salary Range: $19.48/hour as per Schedule A
Hours of Work: As per CA
Starting Date: December 15, 2025
Application Deadline: No later than 4:00 p.m. December 1, 2025

Why City of Woodstock?

The City of Woodstock is a rapidly growing city at the heart of Oxford County. When you work for the City you get to be part of an incredible team of dedicated people with a range of skills and experiences to share. Our team works together to help build a strong, connected community where people have access to the services they need, while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Main responsibility will be to assist the Building Department with administrative duties
• Booking Building Inspections
• Input data for processing building permits
• Filing
• Directing telephone calls to appropriate staff
• Responds to staff and public inquiries
• Other related duties associated with Building & Zoning
• Issue and track water exemption permits for the Engineering Department
• Replace vacationing clerical staff

Qualifications

• Minimum grade 12 and must be enrolled in a post-secondary school
• Proficient computer knowledge and skills
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and meet deadlines
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Working Conditions

• Usual Public Office Conditions; subject to frequent telephone and staff interruptions
• Regular office hours, 35 hours per week Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The City of Woodstock is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. We embrace equity, diversity, justice, inclusion and belonging and we’re committed to building a team that represents many backgrounds, perspectives and skills, representative of the communities we serve. The more inclusive we are, the better our work and workplace will be. We are committed to creating a workplace where people experience meaningful work, a sense of hope and optimism, an environment of trust, and inspired results. If this sounds like an environment in which you would like to work, apply here today! We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to a further diversification of ideas.

Please note: Immediate family members, as per City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015, shall not be employed in the City of Woodstock in any capacity under the following circumstances, but not limited to wherein the family member is in a supervisory or management capacity or responsible for the work of the individual or the department. A conflict of interest must be declared to the Director of Human Resources as outlined in the City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015 as soon as it has been identified.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Woodstock will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation by contacting [e-mail]. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Personal Privacy Act, personal information collected will only be used for candidate selection. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

We invite all qualified applicants to submit their resume and cover letter via online at http://careers.cityofwoodstock.ca. We thank all candidates who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.