Property Standards Officer

## Property Standards OfficerPosting Number: PC-26-35

Job Type
Permanent Full-Time & Temporary Full-Time (up to 9 Months), UnionSalary Range: $71,635.20 to $85,876.60per yearPosted: Wednesday, September 23, 2026Application Deadline: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 11:59 pmThe OpportunityThe Legislative and Court Services Department is comprised of three branches; Legislative Services (which includes Council Secretariat, Corporate Mail and Print Services, Vital Statistics and Access and Privacy Services), Court Services (which is responsible for the administration of justice within two court service areas in compliance with the Provincial Offences Act, the Memorandum of Understanding and Inter-municipal Service Agreements) and Enforcement Services which is responsible for administering and enforcing several municipal by-laws including but not limited to regulations related to the parking of vehicles, pet controls, property maintenance, business licensing, and sign placement).
Provides investigation and enforcement services of alleged contraventions of various property maintenance by-laws, including building interiors and exteriors, pool enclosures, yards, vacant lots and the boarding of vacant buildings. Provides inspection services to confirm compliance with the same property maintenance by-laws pursuant to applications for the registration of two-unit houses or the licensing of businesses and boarding/lodging/rooming houses or the cleanup of dismantled marijuana grow houses or clandestine labs.Our Culture and Qualifications of the JobCorporate Culture: Your workplace values align with our corporate values of *Strive, Share and Care* and you want to join us in providing exceptional services and programs to build a prosperous, growing and sustainable community.

Equally important to what we do is *how
* we do it
- your actions reflect our core accountabilities of *Personal Awareness, Teamwork and Collaboration, Respect and Inclusion, Innovation,* and *Service Excellence,* which define how we work together to succeed.Education (degree/diploma/certifications)
* Two (2) years of post-secondary education related to law administration and enforcement, building design or building construction.
* Ontario Association of Property Standards Officers Part 1 Basic Level Course
* It is expected the incumbent will successfully complete the Intermediate and Advanced Levels of the training program delivered by the OAPSO prior to reaching job rate on the salary scale
* CPSO certification from the OAPSO is requiredDon't meet the credentials as outlined but have years of directly related experience?

Please see the City's Education Equivalency Policy to determine if you may qualify for equivalency. Further information is available at

Position Equivalency Code: CExperience* At least three (3) year's experience in the conducting of inspections of buildings to confirm compliance with regulations
* Experience with the enforcement of regulations including appearances in courtKnowledge/Skill/Ability* Physically able to carry out the duties of the position including the climbing of stairs and ladders and the walking over rough terrain
* Demonstrated ability to read building plans with respect to structural systems, plumbing systems, heating systems and lot grading.
* Excellent record keeping skills in a regulatory enforcement capacity with the ability to submit evidence in court.

Must be able to observe, record and recall details when conducting investigations and inspections, including at times of frequent interruptions and distractions.
* Computer literacy skills utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), Windows-based database software and the internet.

Experience with permit and inspection tracking software (such as AMANDA)
* Availability to accommodate deadlines, meeting attendance and/or peak period workloads that may extend beyond the normal workday or may occur on evenings/weekends, as may be required.Conditions of Employment* Valid Ontario Class \"G\" Driver's Licence in good standing, and a reliable vehicle to use on corporate business throughout the City, including subdivisions under construction where roads are not yet assumed by the City
* Satisfactory Criminal Record Check\\*\\*Please note that this is a requirement of the position for any new employees to the City of Barrie in accordance with the Police Record Check Policy. Existing employees who have met this criteria will be exempt from this requirement.Other Important Information

Location:
45 Cedar Pointe Drive, Barrie, OntarioHours: The normal hours of work are 35 hours per week in accordance with the Collective Agreement.Wage: This position is within the CUPE Local 2380 Bargaining Unit with the following pay level and 2026 pay range:*

Pay Level: Level 7*

Yearly

Salary:
$71,635.20 to $85,876.60*<