Building Safety Codes Officer II - Residential

Join our Development Services team and play a vital role in ensuring the safety and integrity of Edmonton's built environment. We are looking for dedicated professionals to join us as Building Safety Codes Officer IIs to help shape a safe and thriving city.

This role functions as a full working level technical plans examiner for residential, Part 3, and Part 9 structures. You will administer provincial safety code duties, including auditing for compliance with the Safety Codes Act and the Alberta Building Code. You will serve as a technical expert, interacting directly with community partners and collaborators to provide information and grant permits.

What will you do?

• Conduct thorough plans examinations and reviews of permit applications for new constructions and renovations to ensure compliance with bylaws and building codes
• Issue building permits and maintain the authority to withhold, suspend, or revoke permits through established processes
• Coach applicants through issues related to permit applications and follow up to ensure deficiencies are corrected
• Consult with internal municipal units and provincial authorities on complex code interpretations to ensure cohesive reporting
• Prepare legal agreements for cranes and hoardings and coordinate approvals with departments like Fire Rescue Services and Alberta Health Services
• Provide expert interpretations of the Building Code and bylaws to contractors, designers, and developers
• Inspect projects for alignment with Occupational Health and Safety Standards and participate in environmental protection training
• Training in other Safety Codes areas as business needs require

Qualifications

• Completion of the twelfth (12th) school grade
• Journeyman carpenter, plumber, electrician, sheet metal worker, or bricklayer certification recognized in Alberta plus 5 years of post-certification experience in the building construction industry
• OR  a two-year technology diploma in a related field plus 7 years of post-diploma experience in the building construction industry
• OR an engineering or architecture degree recognized in Canada plus 5 years of experience in the building construction industry (with at least 1 year post-degree)
• Registered as a Safety Codes Officer with certification in "Residential," "Part 9," and "Part 3" (Group A Level 3) with the Safety Codes Council in Alberta

Assets

• Experience in construction of buildings, including understanding project scheduling and best practices
• Completion of additional Safety Codes courses

Skills required for success

• Deep understanding of standard methods, techniques, materials, and equipment used in residential, Part 9, and Part 3 projects
• Expert application of the Safety Codes Act, Alberta Building Code, and City Bylaws
• Critical analysis and interpretation of complex legislation
• Identification of construction that fails to meet code intent or presents hazardous conditions
• Evaluation of structural stability through plan reviews or on-site inspections
• Translation of technical concepts and interpretations into simple terms for homeowners and community partners
• Organization and management of multiple priorities and projects under tight deadlines
• Impartial and transparent decision-making in the application of Safety Codes
• Proficiency in data entry, communication tools, and plan review software (e.g., POSSE)
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment

• Compliance with the City of Edmonton’s safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as wearing steel-toe boots, gloves, goggles, sunscreen and coveralls
• Hire is dependent on a Criminal Records Check (CRC) that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton, and there may be a cost associated with this requirement
• Candidates are required to hold a valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) or higher. Candidates will be required to arrange their own transportation and, where appropriate, will be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy. This may require the candidate to obtain business-use auto insurance
• Applicants may be tested

Work Environment

• Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement, and the incumbent will be notified in advance

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This role works in both indoor and outdoor settings
• Exposure to environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures, inclement weather, dust, noise, light variation, vibrations, chemicals, and exposure to mechanical and electrical hazards may occur
• This role requires completion of repetitive and strenuous tasks such as standing, walking, kneeling, bending, stooping, crouching, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, using feet/hand controls requiring physical stamina and resilience
• This is a public-facing role and requires engagement and interaction with diverse people from various backgrounds with different needs, expectations and emotional states

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Up to 1 permanent full-time positions

Hours of Work: This position requires you to work different hours per week at defined periods of the year

• Approximately May to September: 40 hours per week
• Approximately September to April: 33.75 hours per week

Salary Range - Safety Codes Officer II

• 33.75 hours per week: $49.916 - $62.735 (Hourly); $87,939.510 - $110,523.390 (Annually)
• 40 Hour per week: $47.1720 - $47.1720 (Hourly); $98,495.140 - $123,778.730 (Annually)

Salary Range - Safety Codes Officer I

• 33.75 hours per week: $37.947 - $49.415 (Hourly); $66,853.130 - $87,056.880 (Annually)
• 40 hours per week: $35.859 - $46.699 (Hourly); $74,873.590 - $97,507.510 (Annually)

Talent Acquisition Consultant: JF/SO

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

Classification Title: Safety Codes Officer II
Posting Date: Jul 27, 2026
Closing Date: Aug 10, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Permanent Full-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: Urban Planning and Economy
Work Location(s): 3rd Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4