Weed Inspector - Municipal Enforcement Officer I - Revised

City of Edmonton•Edmonton, AB

2d•CA$29 - CA$36•Onsite

About The Position

Join Community Standards (Complaints and Investigations) to enhance Edmonton's livability by ensuring community standards are maintained. This dynamic role involves inspecting and enforcing municipal bylaws and provincial legislation. Act as a public ambassador and change agent, solving problems independently and coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams to address community concerns with a respectful, inclusive, and service-minded approach.

Requirements

Completion of a recognized 2 year Diploma in Police Studies, Security, Criminology, or a related field.
Minimum of one year of strong customer service experience, including some experience in law enforcement or bylaw enforcement.
Valid current Intermediate First Aid, CPR, and AED certificate.
Requirement to wear necessary protective equipment, including safety footwear, head protection, and gloves as required.
Hire is dependent upon a Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton and is a requirement of this position, there may be a cost associated with this requirement.
Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license (or provincial equivalent).
Use of personal vehicle is required. Must obtain business auto insurance for personal vehicle use on City business.
Ability to pass internal training program which includes Officer Safety tactics.
A commitment to understanding how bias, racism, and discrimination can influence behavior and enforcement decisions.

Nice To Haves

Experience or specific training in the identification of plants and weeds.
Considerable knowledge of investigative techniques, enforcement powers, rules of evidence, and court processes.
Knowledge of plants and weed species.
Proficiency with Google Workspace and specialized databases such as CAD, SLIM, or Pictometry.
Excellent conflict resolution skills and the ability to use good judgment in difficult situations.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for report writing, letter composition, and presentations to community groups.
Ability to objectively investigate, collect evidence, and analyze information to make sound decisions.
Effective workload management to prioritize high volumes of work while maintaining quality and safety standards.
Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies.
Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion.

Responsibilities

Conduct proactive and community-initiated investigations to enforce the Weed Control Act.
Perform inspections on private and public property to ensure compliance regarding safety, mobility, and regulated weed enforcement.
Maintain highly detailed and accurate records of all investigations, including officer notes and evidentiary photographs.
Use autonomous judgment and officer discretion to vary enforcement approaches based on the specific needs of a situation.
Organize and prioritize daily case files to ensure timely follow-ups and forward momentum on all investigations.
Provide education to community partners regarding bylaws, legislation, and enforcement policies.
Attend court proceedings to provide professional evidence in support of investigations.