Seasonal Bylaw Officer
About the role
Branch
Planning and Development Services
Position Type
CUPE Local 556
Salary
$41.10/hr
Hours Per Week
20
Employment Type
Term Part-Time
Competition Type
Internal Posting – Current CVRD CUPE 556 Employees only
Date posted
March 25, 2026
We are accepting applications from current CVRD CUPE Local 556 members for a part-time term – Seasonal Bylaw Compliance Officer (May to September) to join our team. Hours of work will vary and may include days, evenings and weekends. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Building and Bylaw Compliance, the primary responsibilities of this role include:
Responding to and investigating complaints of alleged infractions of CVRD regulatory bylaws including conducting site inspections and collecting and maintaining evidence.
Patrolling CVRD parks and educating the public on CVRD bylaws.
Documenting information and maintaining a database on all written complaints within established timelines.
Preparing correspondence to complainants, alleged offenders, and public and government agencies as required.
Enforcing compliance with bylaws by following the Bylaw Enforcement Policy and Procedures, which include encouraging voluntary compliance, issuing warnings and offense tickets under the Municipal Ticket Information (MTI) bylaw, and preparing and serving affidavits for Long Form Prosecutions, among other responsibilities.
Preparing reports for management on complaint files that require CVRD board consideration regarding legal action.
In conjunction with the Senior Manager of Building and Bylaw Compliance, provides guidance on interpreting CVRD regulatory bylaws and policies.
Our ideal candidate is: A skilled communicator with the ability to exercise sound judgement and resolve conflict in a calm and diplomatic manner.
A strong researcher with the ability to interpret case law and legal files.
Comfortable preparing documentation and presenting evidence in Court.
Safety-conscious with a demonstrated commitment to safe work practices.
Detail oriented with the ability to keep accurate and complete records.
Experienced in conflict resolution (preferably certified in mediation, conflict resolution or anger management) and comfortable exploring possible resolutions in an environment when emotions are high and the potential for verbal and physical abuse exists.
Educated with over one and up to two years in a post-secondary program in bylaw enforcement, investigation or mediation.
Experienced in the enforcement of municipal bylaws (or investigative and/or enforcement work) with over three up to four years of directly related experience, including: knowledge of provincial statutes, local government bylaws, contract and municipal law and the court system in BC.
A valid BC Class 5 driver’s license is required for this role. Successful candidates will be required to consent to a Canadian Criminal Record Check.
This is a CUPE Local 556 position, with a current wage rate of $41.10 per hour.
To review the complete job description and to apply go to www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/jobs.
The closing date for this position is April 10 at 3:00 pm. Applications for available positions with the CVRD must be received prior to the indicated closing date and time. We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If your application is shortlisted, you will be contacted in a timely manner to arrange an interview. Virtual or in-person interviews are available.
The CVRD respectfully acknowledges the land on which it operates is on the unceded traditional territory of the K’ómoks First Nation, the traditional keepers of this land.
The CVRD is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive work environment. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Not the right fit? Search for Seasonal Bylaw Officer jobs in Courtenay, BC
About Comox Valley Regional District
The Comox Valley Regional District is a partnership of three electoral areas and three municipalities providing sustainable services for residents and visitors to the area. The local governments work collaboratively on services for the benefit of those living and visiting the diverse urban and rural areas of the Comox Valley.
The geography of the CVRD includes rural agricultural, vibrant urban, meandering coastline and dramatic mountains.
The CVRD covers an area of 2,425 square kilometres, of which 1,725 square kilometres is land (the remainder is water), and serves a population of 63,538 according to the 2011 Census.
Our borders extend from Cook Creek in the south to the Oyster River in the north, west to Strathcona Park, and east to take in Denman and Hornby Islands.
From watershed protection and water treatment solutions to the completion of the new Hornby Island fire hall, the projects occurring in our region are creating a more sustainable, livable community for all our residents to enjoy.
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Seasonal Bylaw Officer
About the role
Branch
Planning and Development Services
Position Type
CUPE Local 556
Salary
$41.10/hr
Hours Per Week
20
Employment Type
Term Part-Time
Competition Type
Internal Posting – Current CVRD CUPE 556 Employees only
Date posted
March 25, 2026
We are accepting applications from current CVRD CUPE Local 556 members for a part-time term – Seasonal Bylaw Compliance Officer (May to September) to join our team. Hours of work will vary and may include days, evenings and weekends. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Building and Bylaw Compliance, the primary responsibilities of this role include:
Responding to and investigating complaints of alleged infractions of CVRD regulatory bylaws including conducting site inspections and collecting and maintaining evidence.
Patrolling CVRD parks and educating the public on CVRD bylaws.
Documenting information and maintaining a database on all written complaints within established timelines.
Preparing correspondence to complainants, alleged offenders, and public and government agencies as required.
Enforcing compliance with bylaws by following the Bylaw Enforcement Policy and Procedures, which include encouraging voluntary compliance, issuing warnings and offense tickets under the Municipal Ticket Information (MTI) bylaw, and preparing and serving affidavits for Long Form Prosecutions, among other responsibilities.
Preparing reports for management on complaint files that require CVRD board consideration regarding legal action.
In conjunction with the Senior Manager of Building and Bylaw Compliance, provides guidance on interpreting CVRD regulatory bylaws and policies.
Our ideal candidate is: A skilled communicator with the ability to exercise sound judgement and resolve conflict in a calm and diplomatic manner.
A strong researcher with the ability to interpret case law and legal files.
Comfortable preparing documentation and presenting evidence in Court.
Safety-conscious with a demonstrated commitment to safe work practices.
Detail oriented with the ability to keep accurate and complete records.
Experienced in conflict resolution (preferably certified in mediation, conflict resolution or anger management) and comfortable exploring possible resolutions in an environment when emotions are high and the potential for verbal and physical abuse exists.
Educated with over one and up to two years in a post-secondary program in bylaw enforcement, investigation or mediation.
Experienced in the enforcement of municipal bylaws (or investigative and/or enforcement work) with over three up to four years of directly related experience, including: knowledge of provincial statutes, local government bylaws, contract and municipal law and the court system in BC.
A valid BC Class 5 driver’s license is required for this role. Successful candidates will be required to consent to a Canadian Criminal Record Check.
This is a CUPE Local 556 position, with a current wage rate of $41.10 per hour.
To review the complete job description and to apply go to www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/jobs.
The closing date for this position is April 10 at 3:00 pm. Applications for available positions with the CVRD must be received prior to the indicated closing date and time. We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If your application is shortlisted, you will be contacted in a timely manner to arrange an interview. Virtual or in-person interviews are available.
The CVRD respectfully acknowledges the land on which it operates is on the unceded traditional territory of the K’ómoks First Nation, the traditional keepers of this land.
The CVRD is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive work environment. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Not the right fit? Search for Seasonal Bylaw Officer jobs in Courtenay, BC
About Comox Valley Regional District
The Comox Valley Regional District is a partnership of three electoral areas and three municipalities providing sustainable services for residents and visitors to the area. The local governments work collaboratively on services for the benefit of those living and visiting the diverse urban and rural areas of the Comox Valley.
The geography of the CVRD includes rural agricultural, vibrant urban, meandering coastline and dramatic mountains.
The CVRD covers an area of 2,425 square kilometres, of which 1,725 square kilometres is land (the remainder is water), and serves a population of 63,538 according to the 2011 Census.
Our borders extend from Cook Creek in the south to the Oyster River in the north, west to Strathcona Park, and east to take in Denman and Hornby Islands.
From watershed protection and water treatment solutions to the completion of the new Hornby Island fire hall, the projects occurring in our region are creating a more sustainable, livable community for all our residents to enjoy.