Applications are hereby invited for the permanent full-time position of Senior Bylaw Enforcement Officer, located at the Cariboo Regional District South office in 100 Mile House. The focus of this position is to maintain excellent community relations, work to achieve public compliance with CRD bylaws as well as oversee complex enforcement files. For a detailed list of responsibilities please visit our website at www.cariboord.ca. Please note this position involves both inside and outside work, considerable driving between site locations, walking over rough areas and exposure to site hazards.

The ideal candidate will have strong dispute resolution skills and have significant experience in enforcement activities. Additional requirements include:

Completion of Grade 12 or an equivalent;
Knowledge of local government functions and legislation, and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy legislation;
Ability to understand and interpret applicable CRD Bylaws;
Sound knowledge of court procedures;
Level 2 Bylaw Enforcement and Investigative Skills Certificate from the Justice Institute of BC, or an equivalent combination of experience and education;
Over 5 years’ experience as a Bylaw Enforcement Officer with local government, or experience as a peace officer;
Exceptional communication skills, both orally and written;
The ability to deal tactfully and firmly with the public and deal professionally with community leaders, other government agencies and officials as well as CRD staff;
Training and experience dealing with difficult and angry persons in an enforcement atmosphere;
Ability to diffuse hostility, determine personal and public risk and take appropriate action;
Ability to work independently, exercise discretion, and sound judgment;
Ability to use Microsoft Office, Outlook, GIS and records management system;
Physically fit and able to work outside in all types of weather, to walk long distances, to climb stairs and drive long distances;
As a condition of continued employment, the incumbent must possess a valid BC Driver’s license;
Candidates must be willing to submit to a criminal record check.

This is a Union position and is covered by the terms and conditions of employment as set out in the Collective Agreement between the Cariboo Regional District and the BCGEU. The terms of this position include a wage of $33.32 per hour and a 35-hour work week. A standard probationary period will apply.