Deputy Chief Building Official

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Company: Township of Oro-Medonte

Location: Oro-medonte, ON L3V 0E3

Description:

Welcome to Oro-Medonte, a progressive community of 23,000 people centrally located between the cities of Barrie and Orillia, and less than a 60-minute drive to the GTA. The Township of Oro-Medonte offers a unique blend of outdoor recreation and agricultural richness. Imagine spending your weekends exploring scenic trails, paddle boarding on local lakes and rivers, or enjoying a family picnic at one of our many parks. Our thriving agricultural sector not only supplies fresh, locally grown food but also instills a deep sense of community pride and sustainability. Here, neighbors know each other by name and come together to support one another, creating a place where community spirit and collaboration are at the heart of everyday life. At the core of everything we do are the people who drive our mission forward and have a meaningful impact on the community we serve and help shape. We are committed to a culture of creativity, collaboration, respect and integrity where empowerment and well-being are prioritized.

About the Role

The Township is currently seeking an experienced professional, with the knowledge, skills and abilities to fill the contract role of Deputy Chief Building Official. Reporting to the Chief Building official, the Deputy Chief Building Official will be in a supervisory role while also reviewing building permit applications and building construction required by Ontario Building Code and Provincial Legislation regarding building construction, alterations, additions, renovations, relocations and demolitions. The role will also include inspecting building construction in the Township and ensuring compliance with the provisions of the Ontario Building Code and Municipal By-laws. The incumbent's time will also support management of daily tasks for the team.

What you Bring

The successful candidate must have an Architectural Technologist, Applied Science Technologist or similar designation. The applicant must have working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code Act and Regulations and familiarity with building materials, construction and procedures. The Certified Building Official Code (CBCO) designation from the Ontario Building Officials Association is an asset. This position requires demonstrated ability to read and understand plans, blueprints, and building construction drawings as well as the ability to meet the physical demands of the position and work in adverse weather conditions. The successful candidate must hold the appropriate motor vehicle license (G) classification as outlined by Government Regulations. The position requires the successful candidate to utilize excellent interpersonal, public relations, communication, presentation, record keeping, problem solving skills, project/time management to effectively meet multiple deadlines. These skills combined with the requirement to ensure a high level of confidentiality, integrity and professionalism, along with exceptional customer service skills at all times are required.

What we Offer

This up to 18-month contract management position offers a salary commensurate with experience and education (2024 Salary range $89,611 to $108,922). At the Township of Oro-Medonte, we value work-life balance and employee development. Here you will enjoy a variety of benefits including a hybrid work environment, contributions to the OMERS pension plan, social opportunities through our people team and professional development for career growth. The Township of Oro-Medonte is an equal opportunity employer and we are dedicated to creating a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and respect.

Application Deadline

We encourage all interested applicants to apply through our Township's website by 4:30 p.m. on December 13, 2024.

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