Zoning Plan Examiner

CityofOttawa•Ottawa, ON

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Permit Approvals is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and controlling all building permit review and approval activities, as well as the efficient and timely review and approval of other municipal permit applications. You are responsible for the delivery of a range of technical and approval services related to the enforcement of the Ontario Building Code Act and all applicable laws, particularly zoning and related development by-laws, the Development Charges Act and related by-laws. You provide responsive, comprehensive, expert, professional advisory services within set timeframes to applicants, the building industry, legal representatives and professional consultants, the public, branch management and staff, including Building Officials for all buildings and construction projects regulated by the Building Code Act and the Ontario Building Code.

Requirements

Completion of 3 year community college diploma as a Civil or Architectural Technologist
Minimum of 5 years of experience in land development and/or building construction or building regulatory field
Demonstrated knowledge of the performance standards set out in the Zoning By laws, including the calculations for the floor space index (FSI), provisions for non conforming rights, permitted uses, parking requirements, restrictions for yards and building height, and the related development approval processes associated with site plan and subdivision approvals, controls on demolition and heritage properties, and park and/or development levies payable
Demonstrated knowledge of various land use (provincial and local) legislations (e.g. the Planning Act, the Heritage Act, the Development Charges Act, the Site Plan Control By-law, Demolition Control By-law, the Zoning By-laws, the Development Charges By-laws and the Stormwater Development Charges By-laws, Cash in lieu of Parkland or Cash in lieu of Parking By-laws, etc.)
Demonstrated knowledge of various processes related to the land use, including processes related to Committee of Adjustment and Ontario Municipal Board decisions
Knowledge of the Building Code Act and the Ontario Building Code
Demonstrated knowledge of construction drawings, including architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical and geotechnical drawings and specifications
Demonstrated research and analytical skills
High degree of personal organization and accountability
Strong interpersonal skills required to deal effectively with all external and internal work related contacts
Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing computer software programs which meet the corporate standard, including such applications as the MAP System
Understanding of municipal government structure and sensitivity to the role of municipal government as a regulatory body
Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to influence others and work effectively with people representing a wide range of interests
Problem solving skills
Positive approach in resolving conflicts
Self-motivated and resourceful
Client-focused
Results-oriented
Tactful and discreet
English oral, reading, writing

Nice To Haves

Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.

Responsibilities

Deliver a range of technical and approval services related to the enforcement of the Ontario Building Code Act and all applicable laws, particularly zoning and related development by-laws, the Development Charges Act and related by-laws.
Provide responsive, comprehensive, expert, professional advisory services within set timeframes to applicants, the building industry, legal representatives and professional consultants, the public, branch management and staff, including Building Officials for all buildings and construction projects regulated by the Building Code Act and the Ontario Building Code.
Advise expertly on the interpretation and implications of the permitted uses and performance standards of the Zoning By-laws, other land-use related by-laws, the Development Charges By-laws and the Stormwater Development Charges By-law.
Review construction plans and specifications for intent to comply with the Zoning and related By laws.
Prepare clear and concise reports; write detailed reports and present technical information in formats conducive to various audiences.
Work on concurrent projects in a fast paced, detail-oriented environment with strict service deadlines.
Set priorities so as to achieve optimum results with available resources and within service deadlines.
Perform complex mathematical calculations.
Exercise sound judgement under limited supervision.
Work with the public in a service oriented environment to transfer information to non-technical people.
Communicate effectively with tact and diplomacy, both verbally and in writing.
Make verbal presentations.