The By-Law Enforcement Officer is responsible for the administration and enforcement of municipal by-laws, regulations and standards. The role ensures the safety, health and welfare of the community through compliance monitoring, education, prevention and enforcement actions.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensure that Provincial Acts and Municipal By-Laws are enforced.
• Assist in the preparation of by-laws where required and enforce the same.
• Ensure all businesses that require licensing within the Municipality of Red Lake are licensed as per municipal by-laws.
• Liaise with internal departments to promote and assist in compliance with municipal by-laws
• Engage with the public to promote awareness and compliance with municipal by-laws
• Conduct daily patrols and inspections to ensure compliance with municipal by-laws, including but not limited to zoning, animal control and property standards.
• Liaise with the Ontario Provincial Police and related external organizations in the administration and enforcement of by-laws.
• Maintain all records, statistics and reports related to the By-Law Department.
• Prepare detailed reports and maintain accurate records of all incidents, complaints and enforcement actions.
• Issue warnings, notices of violation, orders and Provincial Offences charges and citations as appropriate, and prepare documentation for court proceedings if necessary.
• Encourage and promote safe and responsible work practices and in all cases the standards of the Occupational Health and Safety Act must be met or exceeded.
• Maintain an up-to-date database of business, taxi, and dog licenses licensed dogs and send out annual reminder letters for renewals.
• Ensure timely communication and documentation of captured animals to streamline effort in reunification with owners or adoption processes.
• Respond promptly to complaints or reports about dangerous dogs, prioritizing public health and safety.

WORKPLACE REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Ontario Driver’s License in good standing
• Valid Tetanus vaccination (proof of vaccination required)
• Ability to sit and do computer work for sustained periods of time
• Work is conducted both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Flexible work hours (after hours, evening and weekend work may be required from time to time)

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: All departments within the Municipality of Red Lake

External: General public, members of the Ontario Provincial Police and other community organizations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & TECHNICAL ABILITIES

• Relevant post-secondary education in Law Enforcement, Public Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Certification in Municipal Law Enforcement (MLEOA) or equivalent or willingness to obtain certification in Municipal Law Enforcement (MLEOA) and Property Standards (CPSO)
• Experience in law enforcement, public administration or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal, organization and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confrontational situations with tact and politeness.
• Familiarity with judicial process related to by-law enforcement, including an understanding of issuing fines, court proceedings, and evidence requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for clear interaction with the public, colleagues and documentation purposes.
• Ability to foster positive relationships with community members through respectful and informative interactions.
• Proficiency with software used for tracking violations, maintaining records and managing communications.
• Ability to prepare detailed reports and official documents for court cases or interdepartmental communications.

• Location : 2 Fifth Street, Balmertown, ON
• Phone : 807-735-2096
• Email : careers@redlake.ca

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