Job Description

JOB POSTING

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Position:

Bylaw Enforcement Officer - Full-Time (40 hours per week)

Positions to be filled:

1

Work Locations:

Kent Region and Southest region

Application Deadline:

November 26 2025

Anticipated Start Date:

December 8 2025

Overview:

Maritime Enforcement Services Inc. is currently accepting applications from motivated individuals to fill the position of Bylaw Enforcement Officer. MES Inc. services multiple local governments across New Brunswick. The Hired Officers will be duly appointed in a dozen municipalities and required to travel in a marked enforcement vehicle in order to investigate complaints and files.

Salary:

$25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Extended Health, Dental and Vision Care Available

Supplied Uniform and Equipment

Training & Certifications

Duties and Responsibilities:

As a By-Law Enforcement Officer, you will be responsible for:

a) Enforcing municipal by-laws including, but not limited to by-laws dealing with dangerous or unsightly premises, public order & parking enforcement.

b) Enforcing provincial statutes including the Local Governance Act, the Community Planning Act, and the Building Codes Administration Act.

c) Patrolling an assigned area.

d) Investigating complaints from the public and municipal officials.

e) Compiling investigative reports and laying charges where appropriate.

f) Complete data entry as required.

g) Preparing court files and testifying in court as required.

h) Aiding the public in emergency situations.

i) Protecting the residents of the jurisdictions we are contracted to serve.

j) Attending training courses as required.

k) Maintain positive relationships with community stakeholders and policing agencies.

l) Complete any other tasks that may be assigned by the Chief or Deputy Chief.

Minimum requirements:

a) Be Fluently Bilingual (English & French).

b) Possess a Law Enforcement / Policing Diploma or Degree from a recognized Post Secondary institution.

c) Hold at minimum a NB Class 5 unrestricted Drivers License with 5 years driving experience.

d) Hold at minimum a Standard First Aid, CPR & AED certification.

e) Have at minimum 1 year experience in a Law Enforcement related field.

f) Submit a Valid Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.

h) Be permitted to work in Canada.

Required Skills:

a) Strong public relation skills as well as written and oral communication skills.

b) Strong problem-solving skills and decision-making abilities.

c) The ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion.

d) The ability to work with minimal supervision.

e) The ability to remain calm during emergency or hostile situations.

f) The ability to read, analyze and interpret By-Laws, Acts and Regulations.

g) The ability to deal with difficult members of the public.

Those who meet the minimum requirements and required skills are asked to apply with a

cover letter, resume and references attached.

Preference will be given to experienced Law Enforcement Officers as well as Veterans or Active Members of the Canadian Armed Forces (Regular or Reserve).

Only those considered for an interview shall be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Experience:

Law enforcement: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

French and English (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-11-26
Expected start date: 2025-12-08