Municipal Building Official

Municipal Building Official

Competition Number
: 28059

Primary Work Location
:
Waterloo City Centre

Posting Status
:
Internal & External Job Posting

Hourly Range
: $41.90 - $52.38 Band H - 2027 rates

Number of Positions
: 1 (Current Vacancy)

Employment Group
:
Staff Association

Job Status
:
Temporary Full Time (up to 20 months)

Hours of Work
: 35 hours per week

Posting Release Date
:
October 22, 2026

Posting Closing Date
:
November 6, 2026

The City of Waterloo is a rewarding place to work. Each day, you will support and/or participate in the delivery of services that impact residents of this city, making it a great place to live, work and play for everyone.

Home to two world-class universities, a top-ranked college, a tech ecosystem, entrepreneurs and small businesses, there is a readiness to do things differently in Waterloo. Our vision is to be a leader in sustainability and to build a future-ready community for all. We are committed to workplace wellbeing and providing an inclusive, safe and enjoyable work environment.

For more information about the City of Waterloo’s Strategic Plan, Vision, Values & Guiding Principles, please :
City of Waterloo  Strategic Plan
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• Supportive and caring organization that promotes respect, inclusivity, sustainability, health, safety and wellness.
• Dedication to the organization’s commitment for Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity and Inclusion through ongoing training and access to related programs and workshops, opportunities to connect with others around topics of social justice and equity, and opportunities to be involved with the initiatives that guide this corporate journey.
• A commitment to environmental sustainability as demonstrated in many plans and policies. For example, we are working towards reducing our corporate greenhouse gas emissions to net-zero by 2050, with real progress underway.
• Certification as a Living Wage Champion with optional benefits package (extended health and dental care), including paid sick days.
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan (OMERS) eligibility for all employees.
• Up to 10 paid Reservist Leave days per year, with single contribution OMERS buyback option for any unpaid time.
• Flexible work schedules, paid vacation, and the opportunity to bank overtime.
• Easy and sustainable commuting options through the Travel Wise program, which offers public transit discounts and a dedicated carpool network for employees.
• Substantial internal and external training and development opportunities along with opportunities to get involved and give back to the community.
• Enjoyable employee-wide events, activities, site visits, BBQs to connect with co-workers.
• Complimentary Fit Pass for access to leisure, swim, and fitness drop-in programs for employees and family members.

…And so much more!

Reporting to the Manager, Plans Examination, your primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Determine if applications are acceptable as a complete building permit application.
• Determine the applicable building permit fees and permit due date.
• Answer building code inquiries from design professionals, builders and the general public.
• Verify all applicable approvals from other levels of government and authorities.
• Provide assistance to inquiries relating to the building permit and inspection process.
• Inform permit applicants, design professionals, builders, etc. of any code deficiencies and resolve same.
• Research code related matters for building staff.
• Inspect construction plans for bylaw and building code compliance and confirm compliance with applicable zoning bylaw.
• Schedule inspection requests and results in AMANDA.
• Inspect construction for compliance with approved drawings and applicable codes.
• Other…