Job Description

Municipal Law Enforcement Officer I

(5 month contract)

The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury offers a return to small town charm while being one of the country's fastest growing communities. We are a vibrant, thriving community that possess a sense of pride and where community spirit prevails. Our town is committed to being a complete and healthy community where there are opportunities for everyone to contribute and to benefit. We are looking for a highly motivated professional to contribute to the Enforcement division of the Corporate Services Department for a 5 month contract with the possibility of extension.


Reporting to the Manager of Enforcement, this position will be responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with municipal by-laws.

Duties and Responsibilities

Inspects properties, vehicles and buildings to ensure conformance with various By-laws including Traffic, Clean Yards, Licensing, Signs, Noise, Littering, Road Occupancy, Animal Control and Fences. Identifies and investigates alleged offences, negotiating compliance with property owners and tenants through verbal and written communication. Initiates prosecution under the procedures set out in Provincial Offences Act when voluntary compliance is not possible. Swears information and serves summonses. Attends Provincial Offences Court and gives evidence under oath based on investigations of by-law contraventions. Issues Penalty Notices pursuant to the Towns Administrative Monetary Penalty By-Law Issues Part I Offence notices and swears Part III information before Justice of the Peace and serves summons on defendants.

Key Competencies and Qualifications

Candidates will have a degree or a diploma related to law enforcement and/or equivalent experience and training. Certified Municipal Law Enforcement Officer (MLEO(c)) is preferred. Experience enforcing and applying by-laws and/or provincial federal statues, obtaining evidence, using judgment, dealing with the public, and providing evidence in court. Knowledge of by-laws, applicable provincial and federal statutes and regulations, rules of evidence, property rights, Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation, Municipal Act, etc; Detailed knowledge of the Town's geography and surrounding area, structures and roads; awareness of the public, local events and occurrences and potential hazards and risks. Excellent interpersonal skills, judgment to exercise proper and full authority but in a judicious service-oriented manner; the ability to diffuse hostile members of the public and possess strong conflict resolution skills. Candidates must be able to promote a culture of inclusiveness and work with a diverse population of employees, participants, agencies and the public. Must be available to work varied shifts, including days, nights, evenings, weekends, holidays and participate in an emergency on - call rotation. Valid Ontario class G driver's licence in good standing. Required to submit a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening upon hire.

The position offers an hourly of $35.40 to $43.03 (2025 rates) an option for flexible work arrangements.


Closing date for this position is September 22, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, and will only be used for candidate selection.

The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury is committed to equity in employment. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as LGBTQ2S+.

The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury is committed to providing accommodations based on any human rights protected grounds and in accordance with the AODA, throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please notify us when contacted for an interview and we will work with you to meet your needs.