Job Description

Posted Date: Feb 09, 2024

Bylaw Enforcement Officer

Town of Pincher Creek, Pincher Creek

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to join our team as a Bylaw Enforcement Officer. Reporting directly to the Manager Legislative Services, this role is crucial in ensuring the effective enforcement, investigation, and administration of all Town of Pincher Creek Bylaws. The successful candidate will conduct patrols within the Town limits, fostering positive public relations and representing the Town in a professional manner. In addition to enforcing bylaws, the Bylaw Enforcement Officer will play a key role in providing related advice to Council, contributing to the development and maintenance of a safe, orderly, and thriving community. If you are a motivated individual with strong communication skills, a keen understanding of municipal bylaws, and a passion for law enforcement and community service, we invite you to apply and be part of our dedicated team.

This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Submit your resume and cover letter to Lisa Goss, Manager of Legislative Services at

Key Responsibilities Include:

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide excellent customer service

• Interact with the general public and respond to questions and/or complaints as required

• Provide bylaw enforcement response information to the Manager of Legislative Services

• Interpret, investigate and enforce local Bylaws where designated to do so by appointment

• Investigate complaints

• Gather and preserve evidence

• Gather witness statements as required

• Lay charges where required and/or appropriate

• Prepare cases for court

• Attend court and/or present evidence

• Promote positive public relations wherever possible

• Conduct information seminars and awareness programs for students/residents

• Educate residents on Bylaws and Provincial Legislation

• Provide advice and counsel to residents

• Assist in local youth safety programs

• Liaise with RCMP and other agencies

• Conduct patrols within Town limits and take enforcement or required action

• Receive public complaints and inquiries

• By phone

• Correspondence (On-line Citizen Request system)

• In person

• Develop and maintain reports and filing system

• Daily notes of activities, offender contact, and other pertinent events

• Utilizing the internal reporting system (Report Exec and/or CityWide)

• Retain notebooks for future reference

• Proper filing system for all cases and enforcement activities

• Provide advice and input to manager on Bylaws

• Assist with Bylaw development

• Recommend revisions to existing Bylaws

• Ensure a safe work environment

• Maintain Town property in a clean and functional state

• Participate in the Town of Pincher Creek Health and Safety Program

• Adopt and demonstrate professionalism and integrity in the work place

• Attend meetings

• Take ownership of and solve problems in a prompt manner

• Assist with emergent or unforeseen issues

• Inform CAO immediately of any serious incidents or injuries

• Assist with other duties as assigned but not limited to

• Occupational health and safety audits

• Inspection coordination between departments and management of Town Health and Safety program as required

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Grade 12 or equivalent, or a 2-year diploma program from a post-secondary learning institution in Law Enforcement or a combination of education and experience

• Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver\'s license (drivers abstract to be submitted prior to employment)

• First Aid/CPR

• Knowledge of municipal Bylaws, Municipal Government Act and Provincial Legislation

• Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check, including Vulnerable Sector

• Basic Emergency Management and Incident Command System 100 certification or willingness to obtain

Skills and Attributes:

• Computer skills in MS-Office, Word and Excel

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Articulate written and oral communication skills including public speaking

• Willing to take additional training as required

• Well organized and capable of working independently

Employer Contact:

Name: Lisa Goss, Manager of Legislative Services Email:

Additional Job Information:

Posted Date: Feb 09, 2024
Closing Date: Mar 30, 2024

Rural Municipalities of Alberta