Parking and Sign Enforcement Officer

Perfdrive; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Vaughan is seeking a Parking and Sign Enforcement Officer to enforce by-laws and provincial statutes. The role involves proactive inspections, investigations, and reporting in accordance with SOPs.

You will patrol areas on foot, bike, or vehicle, and engage with the public to ensure compliance. The position requires knowledge of by-laws, strong communications, and the ability to work evenings and weekends as scheduled.

Qualifications

• Secondary School Graduate.
• Valid Ontario G driver’s license.
• Knowledge of municipal by-laws and provincial statutes.

Responsibilities

• Enforce City by-laws and provincial statutes with neutrality and integrity.
• Conduct inspections and investigations related to parking, signs, licensing, and related by-laws.
• Gather evidence, interview witnesses, conduct surveillance, and document findings.
• Issue notices of violation, orders, and other enforcement documents.
• Prepare court information and testify in Provincial Court as required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Report writing

Independent & teamwork

Education

College Diploma in law enforcement / Police Foundations

Post-secondary courses in law enforcement / investigative studies

Tools

MLEOA Certification

Job description

Job Title: Parking and Sign Enforcement Officer

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

Job Category: By-law Enforcement

Number Of Positions: 1

Date Posted: October 15, 2026

Closing Date: October 29, 2026

Hours of work: 35 hours per week

Schedule: Varies, including evening and weekend shifts

Union: CUPE 905 FT Clerical and Technical

Vacancy Type: Existing

Physical Location: City Hall

Working Conditions: Both Inside and Outside

Vaughan is one of Canada’s fastest-growing cities. Its emerging downtown, the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre; Canada’s first smart hospital, the Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital; and the 900-acre North Maple Regional Park continue to generate momentum and excitement. Be part of something amazing and build your career at the City of Vaughan!

The City is an equal-opportunity employer and a forward-looking municipality that is committed to fostering a dynamic workplace that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming. As an award-winning organization for its employment and diversity and inclusivity practices, the City is focused on providing its employees with a thriving professional environment that leverages flexible work arrangements, a family-focused benefits package emphasizing work-life balance, learning and growth opportunities, and a place where collaboration and teamwork are valued.

Excellence demands brilliant personalities, visionary thinking and a passion for public service. Vaughan is your place to grow.

Position Overview

The Parking and Sign Enforcement Officer is responsible for enforcing City of Vaughan By-Laws and other regulations including identifying, investigating, and reporting alleged offences and monitoring compliance with such by-laws in accordance with applicable legislation, including, but not limited to, parking, signs, licensing, zoning, noise, dumping, road-side sales, idling of vehicles, etc.

Responsibilities

• Carries out all legislated and legal requirements of a Provincial Offences Officer and Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, including the interpretation and application of a broad range of City of Vaughan By-Laws and Provincial Statutes in a manner that ensures the integrity of law enforcement activities to be independent, neutral and impartial.
• Conducts proactive and reactive inspections and investigations with an emphasis on Parking and Sign By-Laws, but also including and not limited to other municipal by-laws and includes all related administrative duties.
• Employs appropriate investigative techniques guided by standard operating procedures to gather and analyze evidence and develop and implement investigative plans, including conducting interviews of complainants, offenders, witnesses and others having relevant information, conducting surveillance, and seizing, collecting, documenting and properly storing all evidence.
• Patrols assigned areas on a regular basis on foot, bicycle/e-bike, or vehicle, as assigned to monitor compliance with provincial legislation and City by-laws.
• Issues and serves Notices of Violation, Orders, Part I’s, Part III’s and other processes of the Provincial Offences Act, Administrative Monetary Penalty Notices, and other documents for non-compliance with the City of Vaughan By‑Laws and Provincial Statues.
• Arranges for the confiscation of illegal signs and the removal (tow) of illegally parked vehicles.
• Creates, opens, and maintains investigation files in the City’s databases.
• Maintains City records in the appropriate data management systems and Officer Notebooks with the required confidentiality related to the investigation process. Complies with Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) regulations and requests.
• Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with internal/external agencies to ensure investigations are comprehensive and wholesome, such that any necessary referrals are sent in a timely manner.
• Interacts with the public, other law enforcement agencies, property owners, tenants, contractors, solicitors, City and other government officials/agencies, when required.
• Responds to enquiries and resolves/refers as appropriate complaints from the public, staff and to referrals from outside agencies such as Police, Fire, etc. with regard to the enforcement of City by-laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Responds to inquiries from the public and/or other agencies, in accordance with organizational standards and legislative requirements to ensure compliance with all City of Vaughan By‑Laws and Provincial Statutes.
• Prepares detailed reports of evidence and completes necessary documentation/processes required for court proceedings, including preparation of Information(s) for Provincial Court, filing summons' for pending court cases, etc., in consultation with the Enforcement Services Management Team.
• Present testimony and evidence in court, as required.

Other Duties

• Provides support to Clerk’s Department during Municipal Elections as well as security back up support to the Special Enforcement Unit for City assets.
• Arranges Summons Service and filling of summons for pending court cases for other departments such as Fire Prevention, Building Standards, etc.
• Participates in training new employees, as required.
• Conducts special project work and attends public relations/education sessions, as assigned.
• Responsible for general maintenance and completing reports of assigned equipment such as, electronic enforcement equipment, radios/laptops, etc.
• Cleans and disinfects fleet vehicles and equipment; ensures maintenance and service records are kept current. Recommends/requests maintenance and service as needed.
• Participates in special enforcement projects such as mobile licensing during road safety blitzes, city festivals and functions, special events, etc.
• Performs other duties related to the position which may occur in unplanned or emergency situations, including the enforcement of provincial statutes or provincial orders as delegated by the government of Ontario, emergency operations, etc.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with the Ontario Health and Safety Act and Regulations and the Corporate Health & Safety policy and related procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Disability Act (AODA) and related policy and procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Secondary School Graduate.
• Post-Secondary courses in Law Enforcement/Investigative Studies discipline, or suitable equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years related enforcement experience, preferably in a municipal environment.
• Valid non-probationary Ontario “G” driver’s license, in good standing.
• Working knowledge of municipal by-laws, enforcement processes, the Provincial Offences and Highway Traffic Acts and court proceedings.
• Good organizational and report writing skills, accompanied with computer literacy and the ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public and staff.
• Applies a customer service approach in interactions with others and, when problem-solving and addressing by-law infractions, utilizes alternate dispute resolution and/or mediation.
• Successful candidate must provide a “Vulnerable Sector Check” from an accredited police service prior to employment.
• Expected to work independently and in a team environment in the field and wear a uniform and all issued personal protective equipment at all times while on duty.

Preferred Qualifications

• College Diploma (law enforcement, investigative studies, Police Foundations, or suitable equivalent)
• MLEOA Certification (Municipal Law Enforcement Officers’ Association)

Working Conditions

• Standard office environment and in-field work.
• Prolonged use of vehicle throughout shift, including driving, loading/unloading, stocking, etc.
• Availability to work outside normal business hours, as required and in accordance with the Collective Agreement. Availability to work rotating shifts, including evenings/nights, weekends, and statutory holidays.
• Exposure to people who may be impatient, angry or unpredictable when dealing with complaints.
• Knowledge of, and demonstrated ability in, the City’s core competencies and relevant functional competencies.
• Exposure to changing and potentially adverse weather conditions throughout year due to inside/outside work environment, mainly in the field.

Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The City of Vaughan is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The City of Vaughan is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Please contact [e-mail] if you require an accommodation, and we will work with you to meet your needs.