City of Ottawa

Automated Enforcement Officer


PayCompetitive
LocationOttawa/Ontario
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 10127

      Requisition ID: 10127
      Department: Emergency & Protective Services Department
      Service: By-law & Regulatory Services
      Branch: Automated Enforcement Services Branch
      Employment Type: 24 Full-time Permanent positions
      Work Hours: 35.00 hours per week
      Affiliation: CUPE 503 Inside/Outside
      Salary Information: $62,917.40 - $73,613.54 annually (2023 rates of pay)
      Location: 100 Constellation Drive
      City: Ottawa, ON
      Job Category: Emergency and Protective Services
      Application Close: 10/10/2023

      JOB SUMMARY

      By-law & Regulatory Enforcement is responsible for the enforcement of a multitude of municipal by-laws and provincial legislation and other enforcement related services on a city-wide basis to address issues of safety, nuisance and consumer protection for the residents.

      You organize and review records and evidence relating to automated enforcement, issue Offence Notices, Certificates of Offence and certified statements, and mail documents in compliance with City of Ottawa applicable regulations and the Ontario Highway Traffic Act and Provincial Offences Act. You also attend court hearings, as required, as the investigating officer.

      EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

      Completion of 2 year college diploma in a related field

      Minimum of 2 years of experience in law enforcement, interpreting and applying by-laws and provincial regulations, conducting investigations and appropriate enforcement actions required to obtain and ensure compliance, including experience presenting evidence in court proceedings as an Enforcement Officer.

      CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

      Completion of Provincial Offences Officer training within the timeframe determined by the employer

      KNOWLEDGE

      • Municipal by-laws and regulations, Highway Traffic Act, Provincial Offences Act, and other related legislations
      • All processes related to issuing and administering charges, appeals and court preparation and testimony in accordance with the Provincial Offences Act
      • By-law and provincial regulations related to enforcement techniques and procedures
      • Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers, and general knowledge of corporate/departmental policies and procedures related to health and safety

      COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

      • Ability to investigate and enforce competently and professionally
      • Ability to write reports and document issues
      • Ability to read and interpret related documents, e.g. court and legal documents.
      • Excellent interpersonal skills when dealing with colleagues, court officials and staff in other service areas
      • Deal with tense and stressful situations effectively
      • Reliable, responsible, able to work independently and prioritize assignments and work load with minimal supervision.
      • High degree of tact, diplomacy and assertiveness
      • Ability to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays

      WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

      • Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
      • Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.
      • You will initially be paid 95% of your starting rate of pay, in accordance with the collective agreement.
      • Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
      • Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.

      We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

      The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions.
      Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.

      The City of Ottawa provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

      Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the HR Service Centre at 613-580-2424, extension 47411.

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