Permits Clerk at District of West Vancouver

(Permanent, Full-Time)

INTERNAL POSTING

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.

The West Vancouver Permits & Inspections Department is currently seeking a permanent full-time Permits Clerk to perform a variety of clerical support duties.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Diverse clerical duties involving receiving, classifying and processing permit applications;
• Providing information to the public pertaining to building/trade permit applications;
• Answering phones and emails to direct the public to the appropriate District personnel;
• Maintaining files and records related to the work; and
• Other related duties as required.

Desirable training and experience includes:

• Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by post secondary courses/certificates in office administration;
• Customer service experience preferably in a public sector environment;
• Experience and/or training in computer and word processing systems and data base maintenance;
• Experience with Prospero Land or equivalent electronic permit tracking system would be considered an asset;
• Familiarity with building permits processes and construction terms and stages would be considered an asset;
• Ability to read architectural plans would be considered an asset; and
• Familiarity with bylaws and regulations such as zoning and/or building regulations would be considered an asset.

The successful candidate is required to supply an acceptable police information check and a copy of their credentials

This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licences and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the class specification which is available for inspection on WestNet or contact Human Resources to request a copy.

Position Status:
Union (WVMEA) – Permanent Full-Time
Hours of Work:
35 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)
Rate of Pay:

$32.75 per hour

Closing Date:
11:59 p.m. on Friday, November 21, 2025
To Apply:
Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Centre at westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position. OR Please click the Apply Now button below to apply for this position

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. 1510-25-WVMEA-52

If you have any questions please contact us at [email protected]