Building Application Assistant (Full Time) *If this job is a good fit for you, apply at jobs.chilliwack.com and submit a fully detailed resume and cover letter in PDF format. Municipality: City of Chilliwack This posting closed on January 30, 2017 at 4:30 PM Job ID: 2017-06 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying) Department: Development & Regulatory Enforcement Services Job Description: If you want to work for a forward-thinking, creative employer and in a fast paced work environment then this job is for you. The City of Chilliwack takes great pride in its focus on providing excellent service to its citizens and we are looking for a like-minded candidate to join our team. In this position you will assist management to achieve efficient operation within the Building Permit Application Section of the Department, providing excellent customer service for the Department, and undertaking reliable administrative and technical work in accordance with building permit requirements, and observing safety and security practices associated with confidential building permit material and municipal policies. This position maintains the tracking of a large number of documents and their various processes, requiring attention to detail while working to deadlines. Duties: You will complete the technical and moderately complex clerical work in examining and checking simple plans and permit applications for compliance with the BC Building Code, Building, Development, Land Use and other bylaws; Discuss plans, proposed projects and non-conformance issues with applicants and others as required; Clarify problem areas, interpret and explain Codes, bylaws and regulations and make recommendations for revised plans. You also have working knowledge of land title and registry procedures and the administration of real property; and familiarity with folio information such as BC Assessment data and the use of a land based property information system. Educational Requirements: Must have completed Grade 12 supplemented by technical training from a recognized institute in construction/building technology, at the certificate level, OR have two years of acceptable experience in building; supplemented by technical courses related to the work. Must have knowledge of the BC Building Code ??? Part 9; and must possess a valid B.C. Driver's Licence. Skill Requirements: Having exceptional customer service skills, you will assist the general public, at the front counter, or by telephone and email, by answering questions and starting the technical processes associated with building permit applications, including research of City records, related bylaws, procedures and legislation, and providing the customer with information on the steps that will be required through to file completion. You have excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to express thoughts and ideas clearly, and ability to prepare clear, concise written and verbal reports. With strong organizational skills you will coordinate and process the flow of documents between staff, tracking and recording, scanning and filing, and providing information to staff and the public on file status as required. You have excellent computer skills, with a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Office, and experience with publishing software, electronic tracking processes and software and General knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and map interpretation. Salary: $26.96to $31.72 (2017 rates) Web Address: jobs.chilliwack.com Address: 8550 Young Road Chilliwack, BC V2P 8A4 Opening Date: January 16, 2017 08:30 AM Closing Date: January 30, 2017 04:30 PM Back