Community Bylaw Services Officer

District of Squamish; Area D (Elaho/Garibaldi); On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in British Columbia is seeking a Community Bylaw Services Officer. The role emphasizes education and enforcement of municipal bylaws to ensure community standards and public safety. The ideal candidate will possess a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s licence, enforcement experience, and relevant certifications. This position offers an hourly rate of $36.84 plus vacation and holiday pay.

Benefits

4% vacation pay

5% statutory holiday pay

12% in lieu of benefits after 520 hours

Qualifications

• Possess a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s licence with a safe driving record.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in enforcement-related roles.
• Experience in care and handling of animals in an institutional setting.

Responsibilities

• Communicate information clearly and concisely.
• Maintain administrative records and prepare reports.
• Investigate complaints regarding alleged infractions.
• Proactively patrol the Municipality to detect bylaw violations.
• Prepare court documents for alleged violations.

Skills

Respectful communication

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Investigation skills

Education

Grade 12

Bylaw Compliance and Enforcement Certificate Level 1 and 2

Animal Control Basic Training

Job description

Community Bylaw Services Officer

Temporary Full-Time

The District of Squamish is seeking a dedicated and community-minded Community Bylaw Services Officer to join our team. This role involves both field and administrative work focused on the education and enforcement of municipal bylaws. You will play a key role in maintaining community standards and enhancing public safety through respectful engagement and enforcement practices.

Key Responsibilities:

1. A respectful communicator who conveys information to others clearly and concisely.
2. A natural organizer who maintains administrative records and prepares correspondence and reports to Council.
3. An analytical thinker who prepares necessary court documents and prosecutes alleged violations.
4. An skilled investigator who receives, prioritizes, and investigates complaints regarding alleged infractions.
5. A safety officer who proactively patrols the Municipality to detect violations of Municipal bylaws.

What we’re looking for: Our ideal candidate will possess a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s licence with a safe driving record, Grade 12 supplemented with demonstrated enforcement experience related to the work, an original Police Information Check that is satisfactory to the Employer, Bylaw Compliance, Enforcement and Investigative Skills Certificate Program Level 1 and 2 and a certificate in Animal Control Basic Training from a recognized institution (a combination of related experience and education may be considered) and 2 year enforcement related experience with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the care and handling of animals in an institutional setting.

Who we are: The District of Squamish is a progressive and growing community. Our friendly, small-town setting, spectacular natural environment, thriving arts, culture and heritage scene and world-class recreational opportunities offer an incredible live-work-play lifestyle that few places can beat.

We are a team of fun-loving yet highly dedicated and hardworking professionals who are committed to continuous learning, improvement, and excellence in service to our citizens - and so is our ideal candidate.

Our Vision: Our organization is a thriving community, serving the thriving community of Squamish.

Our Mission: We lead, facilitate and partner to ensure a liveable and sustainable Squamish.

Our Core Values: Respect, Integrity, Connection, Progress

Think you would be the perfect fit? Then come and Deliver Outstanding Service at the District of Squamish! On top of the hourly rate of $36.84, you will receive 4% vacation and 5% statutory holiday pay and after 520 hours worked, you will receive 12% in lieu of benefits.

We can’t wait to hear from you! A complete job advertisement can be viewed at: http://squamish.ca/yourgovernment/careers/job-postings/ If you have questions that aren’t answered there, please reach out to our friendly HR team at the contact email below.

Please submit your cover letter and resume quoting competition #25-113 to:

Human Resources
District of Squamish
37955 Second Avenue, P.O. Box 310, Squamish, BC V8B 0A3
E-mail: [e-mail]

Application deadline: December 5, 2025