• Job Description

  Req#: 10621

  Requisition ID: 10621
  Department: Emergency & Protective Services
  Service: By-law & Regulatory Services
  Branch: By-law Enforcement Branch
  Employment Type: 1 or more Full-time Permanent & 1 or more Full-time Temporary - Up to 1 year
  Work Hours: 35.00 hours per week
  Affiliation: CUPE 503 Inside/Outside
  Salary Information: $72,759.96 - $85,137.78 annually (2023 rates of pay)
  Location: 735 Industrial Road
  City: Ottawa, ON
  Job Category: Emergency and Protective Services
  Application Close: 22/11/2023

  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 are responsible for researching and inspecting buildings and property to ensure compliance with various Zoning By-laws; the enforcement of Site Plan conditions on properties where performance fees have been released; the enforcement of the Property Standards, Property Maintenance and Right of Entry, Demolition Control, Boarding Up, Heat and Vital Services, and Pool Enclosure By-laws, and assisting with the enforcement of the Permanent Signs on Private Property By-law.

  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  Completion of 2 year community college diploma in Building Construction, Architectural Technology, Police Foundations or a related field

  Minimum of 5 years of experience in municipal inspections and/or enforcement

  CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

  Completion of Certified Property Standards Officer (CPSO) Designation with Ontario Association of Property Standards Officers (OAPSO) within the timeframe determined by the employer

  KNOWLEDGE

  • Demonstrated knowledge of the Property Standards, Zoning, Property Maintenance and other related by-laws and legislation, and the Ontario Building Code and some CMHC funding programs
  • Demonstrated knowledge of contract administration including a thorough knowledge and proficiency in specification writing and the preparation of construction cost estimates
  • Working knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety legislation and general knowledge of corporate/departmental policies and procedures related to health and safety
  • The geography of the city and roadways

  COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Demonstrated ability to interpret plans of survey, architectural drawings, engineering reports, specifications, codes, site plan drawings, site plan agreements, subdivision agreements by-laws and regulations
  • Demonstrated ability to recognize and assess deficiencies in existing building and property
  • Demonstrated ability to evaluate contractor’s work for compliance with contract documents
  • Demonstrated ability to operate all computer-related programs and systems specific to the work function
  • Ability to investigate and enforce by-law competently and professionally
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise judgement, diplomacy, assertiveness and decisiveness in the discharging of employment duties, and to deal with politically sensitive issues
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills to deal effectively, both verbally and in writing, with internal and external work related contacts
  • Work under stressful conditions and deal with people in difficult situations
  • Ability to explain and educate the public and clients on by-laws and infractions in a positive manner
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills to deal effectively, both verbal and in writing, with internal and external work related contacts
  • Excellent interpersonal and client service skills
  • Deal with tense and stressful situations effectively
  • Reliable, responsible, able to work independently and prioritize assignments and work load
  • Sensitive to clients from varying cultural backgrounds
  • High degree of tact, diplomacy and assertiveness
  • Ability to work both in a team environment and independently
    

  WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

  • Language Requirement: Various language requirements. English only, French only OR Bilingual competencies. Some positions require English oral, reading, and writing. Some positions required French oral.
    Candidates must meet language requirement for position upon hire.
  • 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.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.
  • Driver’s License Requirement: A valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated
  • 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.

• About the company

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