Job Snapshot

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  Employee Type:
  
  Regular Full-Time
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  Location:
  
  Oshawa
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  Job Type:
  
  Government
  Other
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  Experience:
  
  Not Specified
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  Date Posted:
  
  4/4/2023

A progressive city of 187,800 people located just a short 30-minute drive from Toronto, the City of Oshawa is one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s fastest growing communities that is exceptionally positioned to live, work, learn and invest. Its strategic pursuit of sustainable growth, excellent community service delivery and co-operative partnerships have enhanced its quality of life advantage, while maintaining a strong commitment to financial stewardship. Job Title: Regular Full-Time Municipal Law Enforcement Parking Officer Posting Number: 004222 Department: Safety and Facilities Services Department Branch: Law Enforcement & Licensing Location: Consolidated Operations Depot Eligible for Hybrid Work: No Posting Start Date: 2023/04/04 Posting End Date: 2023/04/14 by 4:30pm Employment Group: CUPE 251 Salary Grade: 07, $33.93 - $37.68 Standard Weekly Hours of Work: 36.25 Shift Work Required: Yes




Reporting to the Manager, Municipal Law Enforcement, or designate, be responsible for interpreting, enforcing, and administering parking and business licensing regulations and by-laws. Responsibilities:

• Enforcing the Traffic By-law pertaining to parking violations and enforcement of Highway Traffic Act pertaining to fraudulent use of accessible permits
• Patrolling, observing, investigating, and responding to parking violations
• Enforcing other municipal by-laws including Taxicabs, Licensing and skateboards and bicycles, Snow and Ice, waste., Nuisance, Signs
• Responding to inquiries and complaints
• Conducting spot checks on vendors and other peddlers
• Being an ambassador for the City, providing a positive image, educating the public and providing good customer service
• Resolving conflicts with parking or licensing violators
• Completing documentation, testimony, general office and other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Demonstrated knowledge and skill of generally accepted practices and procedures normally associated with the completion of a two (2) year diploma/certificate from a recognized Community College in Law Enforcement or Police Studies/Foundations discipline, plus one (1) year of related enforcement experience, preferably in a municipal environment; or have the equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to communicate courteously, effectively and with tact, both orally and in writing
• Good organizational skills, possess a sense of thoroughness and demonstrated ability to work on own initiative
• Established skills and experience in Microsoft Office and related software applications
• Physically fit with the ability to climb, walk and ride a bicycle
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Certification as Municipal Law Enforcement Officer (MLEO) is preferred
• Shift work is required
• Ability to provide a criminal reference check at time of hire
• Possession and maintenance of a valid, unrestricted Ontario Driver\xe2\x80\x99s Licence, minimum Class \xe2\x80\x9cG\xe2\x80\x9d, and be able to pass the Corporation\xe2\x80\x99s tests for motor vehicle operation

As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check and an employment medical. Please be advised that position location as noted is at the time of posting and is subject to change, as required due to operational needs. We would like to thank all applicants however, please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted and all other applicants will be kept on file. Applicants are advised that written, oral and practical testing may form part of the selection process.

City of Oshawa employees need to apply through the intranet (iConnect) in order to be considered as an internal candidate. All applicants are encouraged to provide a valid email address for communication purposes. Please ensure that you check your email regularly to receive any correspondence. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). The City of Oshawa promotes the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. The City of Oshawa encourages applications from women, Indigenous Peoples and persons of all cultures, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, ages, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. The City of Oshawa will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities and/or needs related to the OHRC. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process or assistance with the application process please contact us at humanresources@oshawa.ca or 905-436-5666. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.