BYLAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER Municipality of Jasper FULL TIME CONTINUOUS

BYLAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER Municipality of Jasper FULL TIME CONTINUOUS

We at The Municipality of Jasper are united in our core values: Accountability – Communication – Empathy – Professionalism – Respect – Teamwork. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The Municipality of Jasper. Municipal employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that make a difference in our community. We support a diverse workforce and offer competitive wages and benefits. Together we make Jasper a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

Position available: Bylaw Enforcement Officer
Municipal department: Protective & Legislative Services
Status: Full-Time Continuous
Audience for posting: Internal/External
Compensation: $32.02 - $35.77 determined by candidates’ level of certification
Job posting #: 24.066
Hours of work: 40 hours per week
Days of work: To be determined. Likely to include weekends and holidays.
Deadline to apply: Open until filled.

About the position: The primary purpose of this position is to enforce the Municipality of Jasper’s Bylaws in a consistent and efficient manner; as well as investigating inquiries and public complaints, including Animal Control. The start date of this position is as soon as possible.

Work performed: Under the direction of the Licensing and Enforcement Manager:

1. Ensures enforcement of the Bylaws of the Municipality of Jasper;
2. Accomplishes, wherever possible, voluntary compliance with Bylaws;
3. Enforces Bylaws by issuing violation tickets, traffic tags, serving summonses and subpoenas, and through the preparation of related legal documents;
4. Investigates Bylaw to prepare for court proceedings;
5. Responds to public complaints and inquiries about Bylaw infractions and tickets;
6. Follows up on tickets to ensure collection, including court preparation and attendance for violation tickets issued;
7. Conducts foot, vehicle and other patrols as required;
8. Impounds and ensures the safety and well-being of loose, dangerous or abandoned domestic animals in the Town of Jasper and operates the domestic animal control compound;
9. Cooperates with the Parks Canada Warden Service on manners of domestic-wildlife encounters within the Town;
10. Maintains records of infractions and licenses as required;
11. Acquires and maintains an understanding of the context and functioning of local government in Jasper, including the Municipality of Jasper’s relationship with Jasper National Park and the Parks Canada Agency;
12. Works effectively with, and maintains positive relationships with, other staff members and departments of the Municipality of Jasper;
13. Becomes familiar with and carries out duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Health & Safety Manual approved by the Municipality along with Occupational Health & Safety regulations;
14. Participates in the proper operation of the Municipal vehicle impound and storage facility;
15. Undertakes other operational and public safety duties as required.

Qualifications & experience: Your resume and cover letter must clearly describe how you meet the following minimum qualifications:

1. Grade 12 Diploma;
2. Training in law enforcement or a combination of education and experience satisfactory to the employer;
3. A valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License;
4. A current Standard First Aid Certificate;
5. Previous experience in law enforcement or a related field;
6. Ability to successfully complete the Physical Attributes Test for Uniformed Officers (PARE) test;
7. Ability to obtain Community Peace Officer Level 1 status.

How to apply: Submit a resume and cover letter in PDF format outlining your qualifications, experience and any relevant documentation to the Human Resources Coordinator, Marlyn Fernandez, by email to: mfernandez@jasper-alberta.ca.

We recognize the value that comes from different viewpoints, unique experiences and diverse perspectives of our employees, who bring fresh new ideas to our organization.