By-Law Enforcement Student

Closing date: January 23, 2026 at 4:30 pm Anticipated Contract Start/End Date: May 4, 2026 to August 28, 2026 Hours: 35 hours per week (covering 7 days a week including evenings and weekends) Hourly Wage:$21.60 per hour Saugeen Shores: Both city and town, wrapped in a village. Choosing to work and live in Saugeen Shores gives you an unparalleled choice of easy‑going lifestyles, economic opportunities, and nature at every turn. You can truly create your own village in this growing, diverse community of neighborhoods and amenities. Replace long commutes with easy lakeshore rides, and choose to be as active or relaxed as you want to be. Make all these great choices without sacrificing family life, schools, and even access to the wide world. Nestled on the shores of Lake Huron with forests and farms all around, Saugeen Shores is the promise of both cities and towns, wrapped in a village. The Team: We take our team‑first culture so seriously that we wrote a Team Saugeen Charter to celebrate and protect it. Our shared role is to keep Saugeen Shores safe, well‑serviced, growing, and vibrant in ways that respect the public and reflect our members. We develop careers from the inside first, engage each other personally and professionally, welcome change, and embrace new ideas. We do more than live with work processes; we seek to continuously improve them. And we have each other's backs—because that is what great teams do. Join Us: As a summer student, you'll have the opportunity to experience all that Saugeen Shores has to offer while contributing to our vibrant community. Whether you're looking to gain valuable work experience, enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Huron, or be part of a supportive and dynamic team, Saugeen Shores is the place for you. Apply now and start your journey with us About the Role: We are searching for a highly organized and decisive individual to join our team. As the By‑Law Enforcement Officer Summer Student, reporting to the Chief Building Official, you are responsible to administer and ensure compliance with provincial and municipal by‑laws that regulate property standards, noise, zoning, open air burning, animal control, public nuisance, lawn watering, and parking by conducting comprehensive investigations. Job Responsibilities: Enforce all municipal regulatory by‑laws and ensure compliance. Conduct proactive Beach Patrols of all beaches and parks within Saugeen Shores. Conduct proactive enforcement of all parking areas in Saugeen Shores. Respond to by‑law enforcement complaints submitted. Conduct inspections of properties to ensure all by‑laws are adhered to. Issue notices and orders to obtain compliance. Follow‑up with property owners and management to ensure compliance with by‑laws. Issue Part 1 offences, Park 2 Parking Offences, and Part 3 Summons for non compliance. Attend court as required to represent the municipality. Educate the public on by‑law requirements and provisions. Work with additional agencies such as Saugeen Shores Police Service on by‑law infractions. Education: Enrolled in a post‑Secondary Education in Law, Police Foundations or equivalent Possess a Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License Experience and Knowledge: Knowledge of municipal and provincial regulations relating to by‑law enforcement Ability to understand and interpret legislation, by‑laws, and policies. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate diplomatically with key stakeholders – residents, government agencies. Well‑developed conflict management and problem‑solving skills. Excellent organization and time management skills. Ability to exercise good judgment in decision‑making • Ability to effectively solve problems. Demonstrated work history that highlights teamwork and a positive attitude. Established computer skills and experience in using relevant software applications. Ability to work flexible work hours, including evenings and weekends. Skills and competencies you bring to the role: Attention to Detail: You have strong attention to detail by exhibiting thoroughness and accuracy in accomplishing a task. Communication: have proven ability to communicate successfully and confidently both verbally and in writing. You are proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and web‑based programs. Confidentiality: You can use and exercise discretion and tact, while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality. Conflict Management: You identify steps to resolve negative conflicts sensibly, fairly and efficiently. You exhibit strong conflict resolution, negotiation and mediation skills. Customer Service: You create a positive experience when interacting with customers through communication, patience, empathy, and technical knowledge. Interpersonal Skills: You exhibit strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively with key stakeholders – residents, government agencies. Organizational Skills: You are highly organized, and you can process detailed information effectively and consistently. Problem Solving and Decision Making: You can exercise good judgement in decision making and effectively solve problems. Time Management: You have excellent time management skills and can work autonomously and seek out resources independently with limited direction. Application Process: If you’re interested in joining our team, click the “Apply Now” at the top and/or bottom of the job posting to start the application process by the posting closing date. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Town of Saugeen Shores is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). The Town of Saugeen Shores will make every effort to accommodate applicants with disabilities in its recruitment and selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990 and will be used for the purpose of this employment opportunity only. If you require an accommodation to submit your resume for an employment opportunity, or for more information on accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Coordinator at jobs@saugeenshores.ca or by phone at 519-832-2008 x.161. #J-18808-Ljbffr