Long Grass and Weed Inspector Job Details | Richmond Hill
Top Benefits
About the role
Long Grass and Weed Inspector Posting Id 3300
Number of Positions 1
Department Community Services
Division Community Standards
Shift Monday to Friday
Rate of Pay $20.10 - $23.10 Hourly
Job Length/End Date
Job Type Temporary Full Time
Replacement/New Position New Vacancy
Posting Type External
Posting Date 03/09/2026
Application Deadline 03/23/2026
Position Summary Reporting to the Supervisor of By-Law and Licensing Enforcement, the successful candidate will investigate complaints and initiate proactive enforcement to ensure compliance with the provisions of Richmond Hill’s Grass and Weed By-Law. The Long Grass and Weed Inspector will be responsible for general public awareness and education associated with grass and weed maintenance and may also be required to provide back-up support for various other administrative functions and tasks carried out in the Division, such as data entry, drafting and reviewing standard operating procedures, and general policy research.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct site inspections, collect evidence, maintain files, update City databases, and use workflow software.
- Prepare general correspondence and notices to property owners, and discuss resolution of issues with residents.
- Liaise with the City’s grounds maintenance contractor to facilitate work on behalf of the City.
- Other duties, as assigned
Education and Experience
- Currently enrolled in or have just completed a college or university program focused on law and security, police foundations, by-law enforcement, or landscape maintenance.
Required Skills/Knowledge
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and prioritize daily work, use sound judgment with minimum. supervision, and maintain confidentiality as required.
- Customer service experience.
- Weed identification skills and/or general knowledge related to landscape maintenance.
- Knowledge of municipal government operations and by-laws.
- Demonstrate Richmond Hill’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service.
- Possess a valid (unrestricted) Ontario “G” driver’s license along with a vehicle for use on corporate business (mileage compensated).
Leadership Competencies
- Builds people and culture
- Cultivates open communication
- Demonstrates personal leadership
- Navigates and leads through complexity and change
- Shapes the future
Attention Internal Candidates: All current City of Richmond Hill employees are required to apply via the ‘ View Jobs for Current Employees ’ link on the City’s Careers Page . We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
The City of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.
About City of Richmond Hill
With a population of more than 202,000 residents and 5,000 businesses, Richmond Hill is one of Canada’s most desirable and growing communities. Recognized by the Conference Board of Canada with an ‘A’ grade as an attractive community, it is one of six Canadian municipalities to receive this ranking and the only suburban and GTA municipality to do so. Safe, clean and committed to managed growth, its culture is welcoming and diverse, and values environmental sustainability. Dedicated to providing exceptional public service to its community, Richmond Hill’s municipal government serves a distinctive, dynamic and active town with a rich history and a friendly, down-to-earth character. Richmond Hill’s vision, “Where people come together to build our community,” builds on its past and recognizes the continued importance of partnership between the municipal government and the community it serves.
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Long Grass and Weed Inspector Job Details | Richmond Hill
Top Benefits
About the role
Long Grass and Weed Inspector Posting Id 3300
Number of Positions 1
Department Community Services
Division Community Standards
Shift Monday to Friday
Rate of Pay $20.10 - $23.10 Hourly
Job Length/End Date
Job Type Temporary Full Time
Replacement/New Position New Vacancy
Posting Type External
Posting Date 03/09/2026
Application Deadline 03/23/2026
Position Summary Reporting to the Supervisor of By-Law and Licensing Enforcement, the successful candidate will investigate complaints and initiate proactive enforcement to ensure compliance with the provisions of Richmond Hill’s Grass and Weed By-Law. The Long Grass and Weed Inspector will be responsible for general public awareness and education associated with grass and weed maintenance and may also be required to provide back-up support for various other administrative functions and tasks carried out in the Division, such as data entry, drafting and reviewing standard operating procedures, and general policy research.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct site inspections, collect evidence, maintain files, update City databases, and use workflow software.
- Prepare general correspondence and notices to property owners, and discuss resolution of issues with residents.
- Liaise with the City’s grounds maintenance contractor to facilitate work on behalf of the City.
- Other duties, as assigned
Education and Experience
- Currently enrolled in or have just completed a college or university program focused on law and security, police foundations, by-law enforcement, or landscape maintenance.
Required Skills/Knowledge
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and prioritize daily work, use sound judgment with minimum. supervision, and maintain confidentiality as required.
- Customer service experience.
- Weed identification skills and/or general knowledge related to landscape maintenance.
- Knowledge of municipal government operations and by-laws.
- Demonstrate Richmond Hill’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service.
- Possess a valid (unrestricted) Ontario “G” driver’s license along with a vehicle for use on corporate business (mileage compensated).
Leadership Competencies
- Builds people and culture
- Cultivates open communication
- Demonstrates personal leadership
- Navigates and leads through complexity and change
- Shapes the future
Attention Internal Candidates: All current City of Richmond Hill employees are required to apply via the ‘ View Jobs for Current Employees ’ link on the City’s Careers Page . We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
The City of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.
About City of Richmond Hill
With a population of more than 202,000 residents and 5,000 businesses, Richmond Hill is one of Canada’s most desirable and growing communities. Recognized by the Conference Board of Canada with an ‘A’ grade as an attractive community, it is one of six Canadian municipalities to receive this ranking and the only suburban and GTA municipality to do so. Safe, clean and committed to managed growth, its culture is welcoming and diverse, and values environmental sustainability. Dedicated to providing exceptional public service to its community, Richmond Hill’s municipal government serves a distinctive, dynamic and active town with a rich history and a friendly, down-to-earth character. Richmond Hill’s vision, “Where people come together to build our community,” builds on its past and recognizes the continued importance of partnership between the municipal government and the community it serves.