By-law Enforcement Officer

JOB DESCRIPTION

The City of Cornwall is seeking a By-law Enforcement Officer. Reporting to the Supervisor of By-Law Services, the By-Law Enforcement Officer is responsible for assisting in the enforcement of Municipal By-Laws serving to preserve a quality of life to which every citizen of Cornwall is entitled. Included are By-Laws regulating Noise, Business License, Dogs, Property Standards, Parking and Traffic By-Law as well as any other By-Law which may be enacted by Council.

The work involves providing information and assistance to the public and carrying out various field assignments associated with By-Law compliance. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to problem solve, investigate complaints and enforce applicable By-Laws and regulations with tact, sound judgment and exceptional communication / conflict resolution expertise.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Community College diploma in Municipal Law Enforcement or graduate of Police College or Community College Policing Program.
• Must have Ontario Municipal Law Enforcement Officer Certification or be eligible to obtain it.
• One to two years experience in a Municipal By-Law Enforcement position is preferred.
• Experience required in court litigation proceeding and the preparation and giving of evidence including disclosure requests for evidence for court purposes.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, familiarity with using automated parking ticket devices as well as a municipal software would be considered an asset.
• Class G Driver’s License.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Bilingualism (English and French) will be considered an asset.

BENEFITS

Shift premiums

Bereavement leave

Uniforms provided

Mobile phone and plan EPP discount

Personal Leave days

Employee Assistance Program

Safety Boot Allowance

Education Subsidy Program

Municipal Employees Activity Committee

Benefits plan including medical, dental and vision care

OMERS Pension Plan

Free parking