Job Posting #: 2022-46
Job Title: Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
Department: Development Services
Reports To: Manager, Municipal Enforcement
Directly Supervises: N/A
Status: Full-time, Permanent
Hours per Week: 35
Salary: $52,676 - $64,028
Application Due Date: Monday, January 2, 2023

Position Summary

This position provides public education, promotion and enforcement of regulatory
by-laws within the municipality, including performing all statutory and operational
requirements of a Provincial Offences Officer as set out in the Provincial Offences
Act and other applicable legislation.

Role Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Parking Enforcement:

1. Patrols assigned areas on a regular basis to monitor compliance with the
Municipality’s parking control by-laws, and identify infractions and issue
Parking Infraction Notices as applicable.

2. Maintains accurate records of Parking Infraction Notices and completes the
necessary paperwork including all evidence required for Court procedures.

3. Maintains the Municipality’s enforcement database by entering infraction
notices, completing ARIS searches as an approved processor administering
the monthly and yearly reports, preparing the required Notices/Certificates,
(NIC’s/CRC’s) and other required documentation.

4. Assist in preparation of Crown Briefs, attends and presents evidence in Court,
as required.

Animal Control:

5. Performs animal control duties including, but not limited to, investigating
animal complaints to ensure compliance with the Animal Control By-law, Dog
Owner’s Liability Act, including patrolling, capturing, containing and
impounding of dogs, transporting lost animals to the municipal pound, and
contacting owners. Prepare and issue invoices and charges as deemed
necessary.

6. Responding to dogs and at times dogs are aggressive and being able to take
the necessary action to control and contain dog.

7. Administers the Municipality’s Dog and Kennel Licencing program, including
producing reminder letters, conducting inspections and follow-up visits, and
prepare and issue charges for non-compliance.

8. Assist in preparation of Crown Brief with the preparation of information’s and
summons to appear in court, attends and presents evidence in Court, as

required.

Other Regulatory or Statutory Enforcement:

9. Enforces other regulatory by-laws, such as but not limited to zoning, signs,
yard maintenance, licensing, etc. Conduct Property Standards inspections
and Orders as assigned by the Manager, Municipal Enforcement.

10. Performs Patrol duties as required, including Park Warden duties throughout
the summer months, monitors Municipal parks and facilities for the
enforcement of municipal by-laws, Trespass act and issue charges where
necessary.

11. Responds to general by-law inquiries/complaints. Resolves through our
compliance model by engaging, explaining, and educating via verbal or
written with the issuance of charges as deemed necessary.

12. Provides a high standard of customer service while responding to enquires
and resolving complaints from the public, staff, and Council.

Administration:

13. Receives and responds to calls, messages and e-mails from members of the
public regarding complaints and concerns.

14. Assigns occurrence numbers and create electronic and/or paper files for
complaints and notify the complainant of the action taken

15. Working within spheres of jurisdiction, classifies and prioritizes occurrences
based on the service level criteria based on levels of priority and levels of risk
as defined within the municipal enforcement matrix.

16. Refers occurrences to the Manager, Municipal Enforcement, other Municipal
divisions, or other agencies as necessary.

17. Maintains excellent written notes and files, ensuring occurrence files are kept
up-to-date and accurate.

General Duties and Accountabilities (All Municipal Roles)

1. Provide and maintain a high degree of confidentiality and security of
information at all times.

2. Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and other
applicable legislation, department policies/procedures/practices, operational
guidelines, and perform safe work practices.

3. Perform other duties as may be assigned in accordance with department and
corporate objectives.

Required Certifications and/or Health and Safety Requirements

1. Valid Class “G” Driver’s License in good standing.

Education, Skills and Experience

1. Post-secondary education in law enforcement, animal control, or police
foundations and/or training through the Municipal Law Enforcement
Association or Ontario Association of Property Standards Officers.

2. Minimum 1 year of previous experience in a related enforcement capacity.

3. Working knowledge of the Provincial Offences Act, with practical experience
initiating legal proceedings and issuing provincial offences notices (tickets) or
orders.

4. Knowledge of applicable legislation and processes related to municipal
enforcement and investigation.

5. Ability to demonstrate tact and discretion, dignity and respect in handling
matters of a confidential or highly sensitive nature, and to maintain
confidentiality.

6. Strong interpersonal, analytical, organizational, and time management skills.

7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

8. Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office applications,
and experience with enforcement database systems.

9. Ability to deal effectively and courteously in all aspects of the position; and to
champion the corporate mission and values as an ambassador to the
community.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Physical demands require visual concentration, moderate standing, walking

• Working conditions vary between a standard office environment to an

• Driving a municipal vehicle for patrols and occurrences and riding a bike

• Normal hours of work are 35 hours per week, including evening and weekend

Contacts and Interactions

• Incumbent communicates regularly with municipal staff, contractors, suppliers,

Applicant Information

Interested qualified applicants are invited to forward their cover letter and resume
directly to the Municipality quoting Job #2022-46 by Monday, January 2 to:

jobs@meaford.ca

Attention: Human Resources

The Municipality of Meaford is committed to providing a barrier-free workplace. If
accommodation is required during the selection or interview process, it will be
available upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an
interview will be contacted.

Personal Information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act for the
purpose of candidate selection, and all information will be stored and used in
accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy
Act. For further information about this data collection, please contact
jobs@meaford.ca.