By-Law Enforcement Officer (PFT) (CUPE 31.25)

Norfolk County; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk County is seeking a permanent full-time By-Law Enforcement Officer to oversee the enforcement of municipal by-laws and provincial regulations. The role involves conducting inspections, preparing court documentation, and liaising with other agencies. Applicants should have a background in law enforcement and strong investigative skills.

Qualifications

• Completed training in law enforcement or related field is required.
• Minimum of three years related investigative experience is essential.
• Completion of the Ontario Municipal Law Enforcement Officer’s Association training program is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Enforce municipal by-laws and Ontario provincial acts.
• Prepare cases for court and provide testimony.
• Perform on-site inspections of by-law violations.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Conflict Resolution

Research Skills

Investigative Skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Ontario Police Foundations or Law and Security

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Basic Function:

Oversee the receipt, investigation and proper disposition of complaints and violations with respect to Norfolk County by-laws and select provincial statutes/regulations to ensure that all legal requirements are adhered to.

Note: The hours of work for this position may include daytime, evening and weekend shifts and will be scheduled based on operational requirements.

Position Description:

• Perform duties as a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer to enforce Municipal By-Laws and Ontario provincial acts including, but not limited to, receiving and documenting verbal and written complaints and serving Orders.
• Interpret bylaws, provincial acts, regulations for the purpose of administering and enforcing the appropriate legislation to an acceptable standard.
• Perform on-site inspections of By-Law violations by taking photographs and interviewing alleged violator(s) and other individuals as required.
• Maintain accurate and up to date notebook records of all activities
• Maintain accurate and up to date investigative records using an internal database such as Cityview.
• Ability to effectively utilize various Microsoft Office applications including, but not limited to, Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint,
• Facilitate Ontario Land Title searches.
• Liaise with various other government and enforcement agencies.
• Issue Orders, letters, notices
• Prepare cases for court using thorough and appropriate investigation and documentation methods.
• Prepare and swear to affidavits, subpoenas and various other court documentation, serve and file same, arrange initial court dates and the attendance of interested parties, prepare summarization of court briefs for the Counsel.
• Attend Provincial Offences or Superior Court of Ontario for purposes of trials and Examinations of Discovery. Provide court testimony when required.
• Prepare written submissions using eScribe and attend By-Law Appeals Committee hearings and Council meetings for the purpose of briefing members when required.
• Issue Provincial Offences tickets and prepare control sheets for Ontario Court, Provincial Division.
• Issue County Parking Infraction Notices, enter data into a supporting database and file as required.
• Assist in the research and review of new or amended legislation related to various Norfolk County By-Laws.
• Stay current with case law and how it affects the interpretation and implementation of by-laws and other issues (i.e., civil issues).
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Successful completion of post-secondary education in an Ontario Police Foundations or Law and Security course, an Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forests, Ministry of Transportation, Alcohol and Gaming Commission, Special Investigations Unit or similar enforcement training course, or a graduate of the Ontario Police College, RCMP Depot or the Canadian Armed Forces Military Police training course.
• Successful completion of the Ontario Municipal Law Enforcement Officer’s Association training program is considered an asset.
• A minimum of three years related investigative experience in the interpretation, administration and enforcement of law including one or more of provincial statutes, local by-laws, provincial regulations and legislation, federal law or military law.

Skills and Abilities:

• Good working knowledge of the Ontario Provincial Offences Act, Ontario Building Code Act and Ontario Municipal Act
• Superior organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Teaching and/or presenting to groups of people is considered an asset.
• Experience in the editing and creation of municipal by-laws is considered an asset.
• Excellent research and investigative
• Excellent conflict resolution skills
• Computer skills in corporate standard software (Microsoft Office) and ability to utilize department specific software including data entry and search skills and creating and modifying associated documents
• Valid G Ontario driver’s license is required and required to provide and maintain a clean drivers abstract (based on policy) and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment and have a basic understanding of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act

Posting #: CUPE 31.25 Repost

Position: By-Law Enforcement Officer (4BBBYO)

Status: Permanent Full Time (40 hour per week)

Employee Group: CUPE Local 4700

Status: Permanent Full Time (40 hours per week)

Wage range: $30.53 - 38.15 per hour (under review)

Division: Community and Development Services

Department: Building and By-Law

Reports To: Manager, By-Law Services

Location: County Administration Building, Simcoe, ON(with work across Norfolk County)

Posting Period: June 26, 2025 - July 10, 2025

How to Apply:

Application information:

• Ensure the file extension for your resume document is .doc, .docx or .pdf
• If you are electing to include a cover letter, the cover letter and resume must be uploaded as 1 file.
• Find out more information about Norfolk County here: Employment at Norfolk County - NorfolkCounty.ca

The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Successful applicants are required to provide the Employer with a current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector where required and verification of education.

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.