BY-LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER/SPECIAL CONSTABLE

In this role of By-Law Enforcement Officer/Special Constable, you will report directly to the Chief Administrative Officer. This position will be required to perform the overall enforcement of the Town By -Laws, the sections of the Motor Vehicle Act which pertain to the parking regulations and Part XV with regards to Dangerous or Unsightly Property of the Municipal Government Act. You will also be responsible for providing public education and awareness programs and services to ensure protection of residents, property, and employees. The environment can be very busy and noisy at times, requiring excellent organizational, time and stress management skills to complete required tasks.

YOUR ROLE:

· Enforce all Town By-Laws as required

· Conduct site visits and site inspections as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge:

· An understanding of regulatory by-laws, legislation, policies & procedures, and rules

· Knowledge of training techniques

· Knowledge of public education and awareness programs concerning By-Laws

Skills:

· Analytical and problem- solving skills

· Excellent organizational skills

· Decision making skills

· Negotiating skills

· Effective verbal and listening skills

· Effective public speaking

· Effective written communications skills including ability to prepare reports

· Ability to deal effectively with people in demanding situations

· Stress management and time management skills

· Demonstrate sound work ethic and maintain standard of conduct

· Respectful, flexible, and fair

· Cultural sensitivity and patience

WHAT YOU POSSESS:

· Community College related program

· By-law enforcement program with related enforcement experience

· Completion of law enforcement courses: ticket writing, risk assessment, diffusing volatile situation etc.

· Minimum Grade 12 education or GED equivalency and a Certificate/Diploma in related field

· Minimum three years related Municipal or Governmental experience an asset

· RCMP Vulnerable Sector Check

· Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Class 5 License with clean abstract

· First Aid – CPR C + AED an asset

· WHMIS an asset

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Lunenburg, NS B0J 0B2 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lunenburg, NS B0J 0B2: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person