Property Standards/By Law Enforcement Officer

The Corporation of The City of St. Thomas • St. Thomas, ON

1d • CA$30 - CA$37 • Onsite

About The Position

The Corporation of the City of St. Thomas - Planning & Building Services Department has a temporary vacancy for a Property Standards / By-Law Enforcement Officer. This is a temporary, full-time position for up to 2 years. Under the general supervision of the Chief Building Official, the officer is responsible for enforcing City of St. Thomas by-laws, including but not limited to property standards, pool fence, lodging and boarding houses, noise and zoning.

Requirements

• Minimum two (2) year Post Secondary School Diploma in Security and Law Enforcement or equivalent plus two (2) years previous experience in a related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Must have or be willing to obtain certification by the Ontario Association of Property Standards Officers (OAPSO).
• Applicants must be familiar with courtroom procedure and decorum and have knowledge of the Ontario Evidence Act.
• Must have physical capability to carry out duties of the position i.e. climb stairs and ladders and walk over rough terrain.
• Must be capable of issuing clearly understandable written instructions, work as part of a team and develop cooperative and collaborative working relationships inside and outside the organization (customer service & interpersonal skills).
• Must have excellent time management and be proficient with computer programs (i.e. MS Office).
• Must have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and deal with confrontational situations.
• A valid Class “G” Ontario Driver’s Licence is required.
• Use of a personal vehicle will be required to conduct City business until August 31, 2026.
• Applicants must hold or be able to acquire a valid First Aid and CPR certificate.

Nice To Haves

• A general knowledge and understanding of building construction is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Responds to complaints and inspects properties to ensure their use and condition complies with the City’s by-laws.
• Participates in inspections, with other agencies, of properties within the City to determine their condition relating to the risk of fire, health or life safety hazards.
• Where by-law violations are identified, interacts directly with all responsible or affected parties to secure compliance with all related by-laws. In the case of non-compliance, issues tickets, notices or orders as required.
• Provides information and advice to the public and staff to assist in the understanding of City by-laws with the objective of achieving compliance.
• Prepares and maintains data and records concerning all investigations, inspections and enforcement activities in a clear and concise manner consistent with the requirements of pertinent legislation, regulations and by-laws of the Corporation, including all data in written or electronic format and any such other records as may be required.
• Attends and consults with contractors on confirmed orders to ensure property is remediated to by-law standards.
• Attends Provincial Offences Court to give evidence under oath to support a successful prosecution.
• Provides testimony as a witness before the Landlord Tenant Board when under subpoena.
• Attends Property Standards Committee hearings to provide information as required.
• Maintains sound knowledge of applicable legislation, current industry practices, applicable case law and conducts pertinent research when required.
• Maintains effective working relationships with City departments, related Boards and Commissions, relevant departments of the senior levels of government and the public.
• Attends training, courses, workshops, and seminars as required.
• Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

Benefits

• $29.70 - $37.14 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay, working a 37.5 hour workweek
• Upon the completion of six (6) continuous months of temporary employment, Extended Health, Dental & Travel Benefits, subject to the conditions of the Benefit Plan
• Upon the completion of six (6) continuous months of temporary employment, eligible for pro-rated casual sick time
• Employee & Family Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree