Safety Codes Clerk

Job summary

The Safety Codes Clerk is responsible for administering safety codes documentation, processing permit applications, and scheduling site inspections. They provide administrative support to Safety Codes Officers while ensuring high standards of customer service for the municipality.

Job details

Requisition ID: 4579Affiliation: CUPE MunicipalPosition Type: Temporary Full TimeFixed Term Duration: Anticipated End Date: November 19, 2027Number of Openings: 1Bi-weekly Working Hours: 70 hours bi-weeklyShift/Work Schedule: Monday to Friday Department/ Branch: Planning & Development Services, Safety CodesJob Location: Fort McMurrayPay Level: PL6Rate: $ 42.36COLA: Bi-Weekly - $480REPOST (dd/mm/yyyy): 02/10/2026. Originally posted 19/09/2026Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 18/10/2026Posting Type: Internal We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodation for the interview or any other part of the application process, please let us know. ​ ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is one of Canada's most unique and fast-evolving regions — a place where innovative thinking meets real-world impact. Our Planning and Development Division shapes where we live, work and play. Planning & Development at RMWB is more than policies and plans, it’s about creating vibrant, inclusive and sustainable communities. Join a collaborative team that leads long-term strategy, supports development initiatives, and partners with residents and community partners to build our shared future. If you're passionate about smart growth and public service, this is your opportunity to make your mark. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under general supervision, the Safety Codes Clerk is responsible for the administration and processing of safety codes documentation and dispatch inspection requests in accordance with the Safety Codes Act, Alberta permit policy, Municipal permit policy and Uniform Quality Management Plan (UQMP). Provide administrative support to the Safety Codes Officers. The incumbent will ensure customer service standards of the Municipality are always met, whether interaction is on the phone, via email or in person. RESPONSIBILITIES: Respond to enquiries regarding site inspection reports and permit service reports. Adhere to the Municipal permit policy, Safety Codes Act and UQMP. Provide support to the Safety Codes Officers and Supervisors. Review permit information for accuracy and completeness to issue appropriate reports. Answer phones and schedule inspections. Process and collect documents to close permits. Collect the required information to process and issue occupancy certificates. Perform other related duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the Safety Codes Act, Provincial permitting regulations, Municipal Government Act, Municipal Bylaws, and other relevant legislation, regulations, and guidelines. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Exceptionally strong customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to deal effectively with the public, sometimes in difficult or conflict situations. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to multitask and work in a demanding, fast paced environment. Motivated and demonstrates high level of professionalism. Proficient with various Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to learn and utilize other relevant computer-based application programs, including but not limited to Accela and SAP. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Certificate in Office or Business Administration is required. Two (2) years of related experience is required. Experience in a customer service role is required. Ability to obtain Permit Issuers Designation under the Safety Codes Act is required. SAFETY: As an employee of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible for understanding and actively participating in the RMWB’s health and safety management system, and complying with all policies, practices, and procedures. All employees must take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and others, as well as immediately report any concerns, near misses, incidents, and hazardous conditions to their supervisor. To apply: Please visit our website at jobs.rmwb.caCurrent employees must apply through the internal careers site. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individualsselected for interviews will be contacted. Late applications will not be accepted.

What you’ll do

The Safety Codes Clerk is responsible for administering safety codes documentation, processing permit applications, and scheduling site inspections. They provide administrative support to Safety Codes Officers while ensuring high standards of customer service for the municipality.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a certificate in Office or Business Administration and at least two years of related experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to obtain a Permit Issuers Designation under the Safety Codes Act are required.

Listed skills

• SAP · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Data entry · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Safety Codes Act
• Permit administration
• Customer service
• Inspection scheduling
• Microsoft Office
• Accela
• SAP
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Conflict resolution
• Data entry
• Regulatory compliance
• Site Inspection
• Administrative Support
• Professionalism
• Community Sustainability
• Organizational Skills
• Planning
• Microsoft Excel
• Business Administration
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Microsoft Outlook
• Multitasking
• Public Service
• Quality Management
• Safety Codes
• SAP Applications

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