Job Posting

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for 2 permanent, full-time positions of Building Official 1 in the Building Standards division of Planning and Development.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

The Building Official 1 will perform duties within the scope of responsibilities as defined by Level 1 Qualifications of the Nova Scotia Building Code Training and Certification Board. As a member of the Building Standards team, the Building Official is primarily responsible for the delivery of the Construction Approvals and Maintenance of Residential Occupancies programs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct Plans examination of proposals for permit issuance;
• Prepare, receive, approve, and manage tenders for work required to remedy non-compliant property conditions;
• Conduct detailed inspections of those buildings, structures, facilities and occupancies as defined by the Nova Scotia Building Code within the scope of Level 1 Qualifications;
• Prepare technical reports, formulate correspondence, and discuss findings in support of the programs;
• Provide Technical advice and direction to Professional Architects, Engineers, Contractors, HRM staff, external agencies, and the public;
• Respond to requests for inspections of Residential Occupancies under Bylaw M200 and the Fire Safety Act;
• Officially identify and classify buildings for registration on behalf of the Municipality
• Investigate and ensure documents processing when unapproved construction activities have not obtained the required permits;
• Manage and respond to customer service requests and complaints originating from HRM citizens and internal agencies;
• Coordinate outside agencies who provide safety net services to tenants of residential occupancies during extreme situations, i.e: Residential Tenancy Program, Red Cross, Salvation Army, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• Must have a Level 1 Diploma of Qualification as issued by the Nova Scotia Building Code Training and Certification Board or must be able to demonstrate successful completion of the courses required to obtain a Level 1 Qualification.
• Must be a member in good standing with the Nova Scotia Building Official Association or acceptable Provincial equivalent.
• Must have 5 years relevant experience in the following areas: Construction and/or Development industry, administering provincial and/or municipal regulations, statutes and bylaws in a regulatory environment: or a suitable combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to demonstrate capacity and competency to inspect those buildings, structures, facilities, and occupancies as defined by the Nova Scotia Building Code within the scope of Level 1 Qualifications.
• Must have a valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Nova Scotia Building and Fire Codes and their application to new and existing buildings and occupancies. Knowledge of the HRM Charter, the Nova Scotia Building Code Act and Regulations, Nova Scotia Fire Safety Act, HRM Bylaw M200 and their application to new and existing buildings and occupancies would be considered an asset.
• Must have a sound knowledge and understanding of common law principals. Understanding of precedents resulting from Court and Regulatory Body decisions would be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of associated construction approval departments and agencies as well as their related procedures and regulations is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of business-related software and technology, i.e. spreadsheets, databases, word processing, email, etc. (Microsoft Suite and POSSE would be considered an asset).

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

Please note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.

COMPETENCIES: Analytical Thinking, Conflict Management, Communication, Customer Service, Decision Making, Organization and Planning, Organizational Awareness, Teamwork and Cooperation, Values and Ethics, Valuing Diversity

WORK STATUS: Two Permanent, full-time positions

HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 35 hours per week (with option to work 40)

SALARY: Level 9, $42.50 per hour as per the NSGEU 222 Collective Agreement

WORK LOCATION: 3rd floor of Duke Tower (5251 Duke St, Halifax, NS)

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on Monday, June 1, 2026

This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the recruiter when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please clink on the link; Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax

(position #s 72281630, 72281639)