Project Coordinator I - Housing Review Branch (DBL)
at The City of Vancouver
Vancouver, BC, Canada -
Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
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Immediate | 02 Sep, 2024 | USD 34 Hourly | 02 Nov, 2023 | N/A | It,Completion,Large Volume,High Stress Environment,Licensing,Project Management Skills,Buildings,Zoning,Communication Skills | No | No |
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Description:
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
- Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by related courses from a recognized technical institute, preferably a Diploma in Building Technology.
- Considerable related technical experience in building construction, as well as some experience in zoning administration and the ability to assess and interpret plans accurately
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Previous work experience in the construction industry or experience in a design office is desirable.
- Time and project management skills to meet deadlines and manage a large volume of work, with changing priorities, in a flexible manner, often under pressure.
- Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public and the ability to handle a sometimes high stress environment.
- Excellent communication skills are required in order to convey information to the public and explain technical matter in lay terms.
- Good writing skills. Must be able to demonstrate accurate keyboard skills and speed.
- Preference will be given to candidates with a working knowledge of City Building and Zoning By-Laws and who have completed Level I certification of the Building Inspectors Association.
- Answers telephone enquiries and includes weekly rotation in the Phone Centre.
The City’s COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time. However, should circumstances change and the City deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.
Business Unit/Department: Development, Buildings & Licensing (1250)
Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Position Start Date: November, 2023
Position End Date: September, 2024
Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-021: $34.23 to $40.29 per hour
Responsibilities:
MAIN PURPOSE & FUNCTION
Working in a fast paced, public-oriented department, this position performs technical work of some complexity involving the processing of moderately complex Development and Building Permits. This includes new one- and two-family dwellings, additions to one- and two-family dwellings and their associated revisions, secondary suites, commercial tenant improvement permits, and field reviews for compliance with the Zoning and Development, Building and Parking By-laws and other Council-approved policies and guidelines. Co-ordinates and processes sign permits including technical review for compliance with the Sign By-law.
SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs data and records research from multiple sources such as property files and computer systems (PRISM, POSSE, AMANDA, IMBL, and VanMap).
- Participates in data entry and compiling of permit documents and records.
- Performs technical and administrative work involving the examination of architectural plans accompanying Development and Building Permit applications to ensure compliance with City by-laws, policies and guidelines.
- Administrative work in preparing correspondence and providing relevant information to the public.
- Answers telephone and counter enquiries from the public and design professionals related to the Sign By-law, Building and Zoning By-laws and related City procedures, and includes a weekly rotation in the department’s telephone center.
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)
Other Industry
HR / Administration / IR
Other
Diploma
Building technology
Proficient
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Vancouver, BC, Canada