If you are currently employed with the City of Niagara Falls, please apply internally through the Workday Jobs Hub app of your Workday account in order for your application to be processed as an internal applicant. Closing Date (closes at 11:59 pm on date noted below): July 19, 2026 Job Type: Permanent Department: Building Services Hourly: $40.75 - $42.17 Union: Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 133 Hours per week: 35 Openings: 1 The following job description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the position identified, and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in such classification. Position Summary: Under the direction of the Chief Building Official to: process permit applications, and issue permits that fall under residential occupancies in accordance with the Ontario Building Code (OBC) and applicable law. Responsible For: Responsible to conduct plan examination, for the construction, for the renovation extension, material alteration, repair, demolition, and/or change of use for building Occupancy classifications listed in accordance with Subsection 1.1.2.4, applications to Part 9 of the OBC limited to group C (residential occupancy) that do not exceed three storeys, and a building area not exceeding 600 square metres for: Detached house, semi-detached house or row house, containing not more than two dwelling units; House above another house that contain one dwelling unit in each house; An ancillary building that serves a house; Boarding, lodging or rooming house. Responsible to conduct zoning examination in accordance with the zoning By-law for uses up to and including R3 (Residential Mixed Zone). Responsible to review grading plan and site plans in accordance with, the master grading plans, subdivision, requirements, site plans and consent of severance conditions. Issue status letters, notice to applicant reports, and issue permits in compliance with the OBC and applicable law, Assist the Permit Application Technician in the performance for ensuring completeness to accept or refuse a building permit applications on behalf of the Chief Building Official in accordance with Section 1.3, Division C, Part 1 of the OBC, and, collect fees in accordance with the Building By-law, and applicable Regional and City Development charge By-law for building permit applications that fall under the responsibility of the Plan Examiner, Coordinate joint plan examination with the fire prevention officer for the review of fire sprinkler, systems, standpipe system, fire alarm, and other life safety systems as regulated in the Ontario Building Code, and NFPA Standards, as it pertains to the responsibility of a Plan Examiner. Review proposed housing site plans, rezoning applications, land severance applications, minor variances, Niagara Escarpment applications, and provide comments on behalf of the Chief Building Official. Attend pre-consultation meetings with other departments for comments housing developments for: new subdivisions and severances for compliance with the Ontario Building Code. Conduct a final review of documentation submitted at final inspection for housing permits to ensure compliance with the grading, zoning, subdivision agreement conditions or consent conditions and recommend to the Building Services Clerk the release of deposits and close permit files. Assist the Municipal Enforcement Clerk in the interpretation and examination of Zoning By-law requirements uses up to and including R3 (Residential Mixed Zone), and relevant Municipal By-laws for the issuance of compliance letters. Act as a witness and appear and give evidence at pre-trial proceedings such as mediation and discoveries and appear before tribunals such as the Building Code Commission. Respond to public at the counter, by phone or email for enquiries pertaining to the technical requirements of the Ontario Building Code, application submission requirements, zoning for uses up to and including R3 (Residential Mixed Zone), and relevant Municipal By-laws. Assist with technical requirements and Liaison with officials, agencies, contractors, designers (Engineers, Architects, etc.) and property owners, as necessary. Work closely with departmental staff, including Building Inspectors. Will perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned Position Requirements: Minimum is a three (3) year college diploma from a recognized Building, Construction or Architectural program. Successful completion of the following Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing examinations listed below and registration as an Inspector with the MMAH: General Legal / Process for Inspectors, House, Plumbing - House, HVAC-House. At least two (2) years related experience. Proficiency in reading and interpretation of drawings, specifications, surveys, municipal by-laws, technical documentation and applicable laws. Basic computer skills in Word and Excel. Proficient in Land Manager. Strong oral and written communication skills. Working Conditions: Standard office environment. Equipment and Tools Used: General office equipment and computer applications. How to apply: Please submit your application including a cover letter and resume through Workday using the apply button above. The City of Niagara Falls is dedicated to creating an accessible and inclusive organization and fostering a workplace culture which reflects the diverse nature of the residents we serve. In accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the City will accommodate the individual needs of candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please feel free to contact us at HRDepartment@niagarafalls.ca or 905-356-7521 ext 4317. Personal information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act and will only be used to determine suitability for this position. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those advancing through the selection process will be contacted. The City of Niagara Falls is a dynamic and internationally renowned city with a prosperous business community and economic foundation anchored by tourism, manufacturing, retail and knowledge-based sectors. Located at one of the natural wonders of the world and in the heart North America's most affluent consumer markets, we are linked to the world by extensive road, rail, air, water and telecommunication networks. With over 14 million visitors a year and a growing resident population of nearly 100,000, we invite you to discover why Niagara Falls is a premier place to live, work, and play.