Summary
Description
The Team
The Compliance and Enforcement Unit within the Short-Term Rental Branch is a new, small, and collaborative team working under recently introduced legislation. This team is focused on bringing short-term rental units back into the housing market, helping to create more homes for people. By joining this team, you’ll be part of an evolving field with a direct impact on housing availability.
The Role
As a Compliance and Enforcement Officer, Inspection, you’ll be at the forefront of enforcing new legislation, tackling issues that affect housing availability in your community. You’ll respond to reports of non-compliance, issue fines, and recommend legal actions for more complex cases, all with the goal of returning short-term rentals to the housing market. This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference in your community, while working in a dynamic, inclusive environment that values diverse ideas and innovative solutions.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and six (6) months of related experience in the interpretation and application of legislation; OR,
- Diploma and one (1) year of related experience in the interpretation and application of legislation; OR,
- Certificate or completed post-secondary coursework and two (2) years of related experience in the interpretation and application of legislation; OR,
- Secondary School graduation (Dogwood, GED) and three (3) years of related experience in the interpretation and application of legislation; OR,
- Evergreen and four (4) years of related experience in the interpretation and application of legislation; OR,
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Rochelle.Hermans@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
Amendment (September 9): Ministry Branch / Division field updated to Housing and Land Use Policy Division.
This position can be based out of any of the locations listed above.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to five (5) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.
The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.
Cover Letter: NO – Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.
Resume: YES – A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.
Questionnaire: YES – You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.
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