New Job 23-048E - Bylaw Enforcement/Community Safety Officer (Part Time, Time Stated) In British Columbia

The City of Port Coquitlam’s Community Safety and Corporate Support Department is looking for an enthusiastic, energetic and qualified individual interested in a time stated opportunity as a Bylaw Enforcement/Community Safety Officer. This is inspectional, regulatory and enforcement patrol work to ensure compliance with provincial statutes, municipal by-laws and regulations with primary responsibility for the community safety function for the City.

The successful candidate will play a key role in:

• Investigates and processes complaints concerning bylaw infractions and violations; enforces regulations and bylaws related to zoning, secondary suites, business licenses, unsightly premises, littering, streets and traffic, unlawful use of private and public space, dogs, nuisances, sprinkling, garbage removal or any other related matter; and coordinates work with other departments as required
• Explains and interprets bylaws, regulations, statutes and other rules to the public, and takes remedial action to obtain bylaw compliance including the issuances of tickets and notices
• Attends a variety of calls and complaints regarding by-law infractions

If many of the following characteristics and skills describe you, we would like to hear from you:

• Completed Grade 12 supplemented by Bylaw Compliance, Enforcement and Investigative Skills Level I and II courses
• Courses in both conflict resolution and business communications
• Two years’ experience as a Bylaw Enforcement Officer
• Effective communication and dispute resolution skills;
• The ability to deal with the public and staff in a courteous manner
• A BC Driver’s License
• A commitment to service excellence and continuous improvement

Why should you consider working for us?

• An hourly wage starting at $37.74 plus 16% in lieu of all benefits
• A challenging and rewarding career in the service of our community
• An organization where meaningful impact and contribution happens daily
• A diverse, inclusive and supportive workplace with a fun, vibrant and supportive team

If you tick off many of the boxes above, we want to hear from you! Please send along your resume and cover letter that describes your fit for our position to www.portcoquitlam.ca/cityjobs noting competition number 23-048e by April 26, 2023.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

The City of Port Coquitlam will conduct a criminal record check.