By-Law Enforcement Officer

City of Burlington

2d•CA$83,718 - CA$104,649•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the administration, interpretation, compliance and enforcement of municipal by-laws and other applicable statues relating to property standards, zoning, signs, swimming pools and all other by-laws or regulations for which the department is responsible. Working for the City of Burlington offers a great career in an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow. The City of Burlington is equipped with a team of approximately 1,150 full-time and 1,000 part-time employees, and is dedicated to delivering more than 37 high-quality services to residents.

Requirements

2 - 3 years of relevant experience.
College Diploma or University Degree in Law and Security, Police Foundations, Public Administration and or Community Planning.
Certification as a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, Property Standards Officer, and Noise Enforcement, or able to obtain.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications and computerized building records systems, such as AMANDA.
Availability on standby outside of regular hours to handle urgent bylaw complaints and situations based on a rotating schedule.
A valid G driver’s license with an acceptable driver’s abstract (no more than three (3) driving related convictions or an accumulation of no more than three (3) demerit points in the previous three (3) years, and/or no administrative driver license suspensions).
Provide a clear criminal record check with a vulnerable sector screening.

Responsibilities

Administration, interpretation, compliance and enforcement of municipal by-laws and other applicable statutes.
Enforcement of By-laws, Acts, and Regulations assigned to the Department.
Responding to and making recommendations for resolution of complaints, and follow-up responsibilities.
Responding to the general public, mayor and members of Council and other government agencies pertaining to by-laws.
Processing sign, pool and business license applications, including reviewing, processing and site approving.
Provides departmental comments on sign variances and to other agencies.
Preparing orders to comply, notices of contravention, issuing Part 1 tickets, taking evidence, initiating legal action, swearing of information, giving court evidence, confirming payment of fines and swearing affidavits.
Represents the City at various committees including the Property Standards Committee, Licensing Committee, the Landlord and Tenant Board and attend public open houses.
Follows up on conditions of Committee of Adjustment variances.
Carrying out inspections and subsequent compliance on permits assigned.
Maintains accurate and up-to-date records on all inspections made.