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By-law Enforcement Officer

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St Catharines, Canada City of St. Catharines Full time

**Join us to shape the future of St. Catharines**:
At the City of St. Catharines, we are committed to realizing the vision outlined in Strategic Plan 2023 to 2027. Our goal is to cultivate a city that thrives on safety, innovation, sustainability, and caring—not just for today, but for generations to come. Join our team and be part of a meaningful journey to shape the future of our community, leaving a lasting impact that extends far beyond the present.

**Here’s what you can count on when you work with the City**:

- ** Great People**:Work with a supportive team and leadership focused on your success.
- ** Make Your Mark**:Share your ideas, drive change, and leave a lasting impact through modernization efforts.
- ** Training & Development**:Access training and development funds to support your professional growth.
- ** Competitive Pay**:Receive competitive pay from a certified Ontario Living Wage Employer.
- ** Pension Plan**:Enjoy enrollment in the OMERS pension plan with matched contributions.
- ** Balance & Benefits**:Experience flexibility through our hybrid work environment, plus health, dental, and vision benefits (available to eligible employees).

**About the Role**:
**Investigate violations or perceived violations of Municipal By-laws and Provincial legislation to determine the need for compliance. Collect and document evidence regarding compliance to allow for the resolution of the violations in an efficient time period via mediation, remediation or legal action.**:
**What You Will be Doing**:
**These responsibilities outline the principal functions of the position and serve as a guiding vision for the role's impact and contribution.**:

- Inspect private, residential and commercial properties to determine their use is in conformance with designated By-laws (i.e. waste, zoning, signage, property standards, pool closures and licensing).
- Investigate violations or perceived violations of By-laws and Provincial legislation involving collection of evidence, determination of an offence and documentation of violations.
- Enforcement of by-laws to ensure properties are in compliance with the By-laws, advising those in non-compliance of the requirements and working to achieve compliance or proceeding with prosecution.
- Serve summons to property owners, corporations, contractors and other persons as determined for offences where prosecution is required due to non-compliance with By-laws and Provincial legislation. Includes service for Municipal By-law infractions on behalf of the Building Section (Ontario Building Code Act and Regulations) and Fire Services (Ontario Fire Code, Fire Protection and Prevention Act) offences.
- Enforcement of business licensing By-law including investigation, laying of charges and attending court as a witness for the prosecution.
- Chairing monthly By-law meetings.
- Perform other similar and related duties, as required.

**About You**:
**Qualifications**:

- Minimum of Grade 12 Diploma plus supplementary courses including training through the Municipal Law Enforcement Officers Association (MLEOA), the Ontario Association of Property Standards Officers (OAPSO) and Ontario Building Code courses.
- Diploma in Police Foundations or Law and Security is considered an asset.
- Registration with MLEOA and certification as a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer within three (3) years from the commencement of duties.
- Registration with OAPSO and certification as a Certified Property Standards Officer (CPSO) within three (3) years commencement of duties.
- Three (3) years of related experience in a municipal environment.
- Demonstrated ability to tactfully and effectively deal with the public, homeowners, landlords and tenants to resolve issues on affected properties and other situations.

**Skills**:

- Strong attention to detail. Must be observant and methodical in conducting investigations and documenting evidence.
- Ability to act in a confident and professional manner in stressful situations, including presenting evidence in court, and responding promptly to customer needs.
- Must be willing to work outside in all environments.

**Other Requirements**:

- Valid Ontario Driver’s license, Class “G”, with a clean driving record.
- Proven completion of Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness training.
- A demonstrated commitment to enhancing a safety culture.

**Other Job Details**:

- Pay Rate: Minimum $76,513 annually; Maximum $85,976 annually
- Employee Group: CUPE 157 Pay Group 9
- Department: PBS - By-Law
- Position Type: Temporary, Full-Time (6-month contract)
- Work Mode: In person
- Work Location: City Hall
- Hours of Work: Friday; 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
- Number of Openings: 1
- Job ID: 2025-158
- Posted Date: August 15, 2025

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