Project & Policy Assistant - Municipal Law

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**Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometres of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason**

**JOB POSTING**

JOB ID #: 20355

Project & Policy Assistant - Municipal Law Enforcement
Planning & Economic Development
Licensing & ByLaw Services
330 Wentworth St. N.

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1 Full-Time Temporary

UNION/NON-UNION: Non Union Mgmt Professional

HOURS Of WORK: 35.00 per week
- GRADE: 2
- SALARY/HOUR: $30.728 - $35.940 per hour- Note: See appropriate Collective Agreement or the Non Union Salary Range for details.

STATUS/LENGTH: Up to 12 months

Job Description ID #: 7353

**Vaccine Verification - **As a condition of employment you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated or provide proof of valid exemption satisfactory to the employer prior to your start date. You must acknowledge and agree to comply with any future vaccine policy requirements as an ongoing condition of employment at the City of Hamilton.

**SUMMARY OF DUTIES**

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager (MLE) and Hearing/Tribunal Prosecutor & Policy Analyst, supporting the MLE Section functions by researching, analysing and reporting on assigned projects, policies/procedures, and the preparation of documents for orders, court and Tribunals by providing specific assistance as related to assigned work.

**GENERAL DUTIES**

Researches assigned project/policy related topics such as enforcement best practices, academic studies, case law, and specific by-law related issues etc.

Analyzes, compiles and reports on research results as assigned. Makes recommendations on program changes or development if appropriate. Presents results and recommendations to management.

Provides project assistance to management as required, including administrative support and research.

Prepares and/or composes a variety of routine correspondence, forms and reports. Drafts non-routine correspondence, forms and reports for management review and approval.

Researches and obtains Land Titles documents through the Polaris System (Teraview) as required.

Complete court documents and assist in the preparation of prosecution briefs for the MLE section.

Collects and compiles data and related background materials for various assigned projects and policies.

Responds to inquiries and liaises with local officials, local boards, government agencies, outside organizations, internal staff and the general public as it relates to assigned projects or as directed by management.

Schedules, arranges and attends meetings with various committees and tribunals as appropriate.

Assists with public engagement and project/event planning.

Works in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

Performs other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the position.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Current enrolment in a related university or college program such as paralegal studies, political science, enforcement, law and security, police studies or relevant previous experience in the enforcement/legal environment.
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to relate to peers, superiors, other departments, public and government agencies.
- Demonstrated intermediate knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Publisher. Computerized data management skills are essential.
- Experience in a computerized environment and able to conduct online legal research. Working knowledge of OnCorp and Teraview.
- Ability to locate and interpret Provincial and Federal Statutes and Regulations and Municipal By-laws as they relate to day-to-day MLE activities.
- Analytical, statistical, research, trend analysis and forecasting skills.
- The ability to balance a number of projects simultaneously and to meet deadlines is essential.
- Capable of working independently as well as part of an interdisciplinary team. Must have initiative and the ability to carry out instructions without detailed direction.
- A diploma in a Paralegal or Law Clerk program from a Community College, or licensing with the Law Society of Ontario would be considered an asset.

**THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE**

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