By-Law Enforcement Officer (3 Vacancies)
Top Benefits
About the role
Position Type:
Contract (Full Time) (Fixed Term)
Closing Date:
August 10, 2025
Union:
Non Union
Working for the City of Burlington
A great career is closer than you think. Come work for the City of Burlington, where you'll be joining an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow.
We don't just spend time attracting the best talent. We spend time and resources to keep the best talent. This may include: flexible working hours, mobile and hybrid working arrangements, a great pension and benefits package, as well as programs to foster innovation and leadership.
Employment Status
1 (one) Full Time Permanent 2 (two) Contract/Job Rotations
Hours of Work
35 hours per week
Department
By-Law Compliance
Location
This position is required to temporarily work in person at the Appleby Arena -1201 Appleby Line, Burlington. Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands.
Position Overview
This position is responsible for the administration, interpretation, compliance and enforcement of municipal by-laws and other applicable statues relating to property standards, zoning, signs, swimming pools and all other by-laws or regulations for which the department is responsible.
Responsibilities
The position is responsible for enforcement of such By-laws, Acts, and Regulations as are given to the Department to operate. This includes:
- Responding to and making recommendations for resolution of complaints, and follow-up responsibilities.
- Responding to the general public, mayor and members of Council and other government agencies pertaining to by-laws that the Department is responsible for.
- Processing sign, pool and business license applications, including reviewing, processing and site approving, with reference to all relevant by-laws.
- Provides departmental comments on sign variances and to other agencies, including NEC and Halton Conservation, as required.
- Preparing orders to comply, notices of contravention relevant to by-laws or other statutes and follow-up to compliance, issuing Part 1 tickets, taking evidence, initiating legal action, swearing of information, giving court evidence, confirming payment of fines and swearing affidavits. Represents the City at various committees including the Property Standards Committee, Licensing Committee, the Landlord and Tenant Board and attend public open houses as required. Follows up on conditions of Committee of Adjustment variances as required.
- Carrying out inspections and subsequent compliance on permits assigned. Maintains accurate and up-to-date records on all inspections made.
Requirements
The successful applicant will have 2 - 3 years of relevant experience and hold a College Diploma or University Degree in Law and Security, Police Foundations, Public Administration and or Community Planning. Additionally, the successful applicant will possess certification as a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, Property Standards Officer, and Noise Enforcement, or able to obtain.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications and computerized building records systems, such as AMANDA is a must. The successful applicant will be required to be available on standby outside of regular hours to handle urgent bylaw complaints and situations based on a rotating schedule.
A valid G driver’s licence is required with an acceptable driver’s abstract (no more than three (3) driving related convictions or an accumulation of no more than three (3) demerit points in the previous three years prior to the date of hire).
Police Check Requirement
This position requires the successful candidate to provide a clear criminal record check at their own expense.
Salary Range
$82,481 - $103,102 (Grade H)
Accommodations
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at:
hr@burlington.ca
if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.
Note to Applicants:
We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.
About City of Burlington, Ontario
As you look through our current job openings, remember: the grass is greener at the City of Burlington. With approximately 890 full-time and 600 part-time employees, we focus on teamwork, collaboration and investing in our co-workers. It’s no wonder our employee turnover rate is less than 7 per cent (that’s good). The City of Burlington is an award winning city, filled with award winning staff. In fact, we put the “greater” in the GTA.
As public servants, our job is to provide excellent public service and good value for taxes. Our staff know this and are proud of the work they do, because as Canada’s best mid-sized city, we’re second to none. Our staff are dedicated, caring, professional and award winning. We have excellent benefits and pension as well as flexible work arrangements such as work from home, job sharing/rotations and a compressed work week. If you want to join a forward-thinking organization, apply today. Come for the job, stay for the career. We’ve got it all.
By-Law Enforcement Officer (3 Vacancies)
Top Benefits
About the role
Position Type:
Contract (Full Time) (Fixed Term)
Closing Date:
August 10, 2025
Union:
Non Union
Working for the City of Burlington
A great career is closer than you think. Come work for the City of Burlington, where you'll be joining an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow.
We don't just spend time attracting the best talent. We spend time and resources to keep the best talent. This may include: flexible working hours, mobile and hybrid working arrangements, a great pension and benefits package, as well as programs to foster innovation and leadership.
Employment Status
1 (one) Full Time Permanent 2 (two) Contract/Job Rotations
Hours of Work
35 hours per week
Department
By-Law Compliance
Location
This position is required to temporarily work in person at the Appleby Arena -1201 Appleby Line, Burlington. Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands.
Position Overview
This position is responsible for the administration, interpretation, compliance and enforcement of municipal by-laws and other applicable statues relating to property standards, zoning, signs, swimming pools and all other by-laws or regulations for which the department is responsible.
Responsibilities
The position is responsible for enforcement of such By-laws, Acts, and Regulations as are given to the Department to operate. This includes:
- Responding to and making recommendations for resolution of complaints, and follow-up responsibilities.
- Responding to the general public, mayor and members of Council and other government agencies pertaining to by-laws that the Department is responsible for.
- Processing sign, pool and business license applications, including reviewing, processing and site approving, with reference to all relevant by-laws.
- Provides departmental comments on sign variances and to other agencies, including NEC and Halton Conservation, as required.
- Preparing orders to comply, notices of contravention relevant to by-laws or other statutes and follow-up to compliance, issuing Part 1 tickets, taking evidence, initiating legal action, swearing of information, giving court evidence, confirming payment of fines and swearing affidavits. Represents the City at various committees including the Property Standards Committee, Licensing Committee, the Landlord and Tenant Board and attend public open houses as required. Follows up on conditions of Committee of Adjustment variances as required.
- Carrying out inspections and subsequent compliance on permits assigned. Maintains accurate and up-to-date records on all inspections made.
Requirements
The successful applicant will have 2 - 3 years of relevant experience and hold a College Diploma or University Degree in Law and Security, Police Foundations, Public Administration and or Community Planning. Additionally, the successful applicant will possess certification as a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, Property Standards Officer, and Noise Enforcement, or able to obtain.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications and computerized building records systems, such as AMANDA is a must. The successful applicant will be required to be available on standby outside of regular hours to handle urgent bylaw complaints and situations based on a rotating schedule.
A valid G driver’s licence is required with an acceptable driver’s abstract (no more than three (3) driving related convictions or an accumulation of no more than three (3) demerit points in the previous three years prior to the date of hire).
Police Check Requirement
This position requires the successful candidate to provide a clear criminal record check at their own expense.
Salary Range
$82,481 - $103,102 (Grade H)
Accommodations
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at:
hr@burlington.ca
if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.
Note to Applicants:
We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.
About City of Burlington, Ontario
As you look through our current job openings, remember: the grass is greener at the City of Burlington. With approximately 890 full-time and 600 part-time employees, we focus on teamwork, collaboration and investing in our co-workers. It’s no wonder our employee turnover rate is less than 7 per cent (that’s good). The City of Burlington is an award winning city, filled with award winning staff. In fact, we put the “greater” in the GTA.
As public servants, our job is to provide excellent public service and good value for taxes. Our staff know this and are proud of the work they do, because as Canada’s best mid-sized city, we’re second to none. Our staff are dedicated, caring, professional and award winning. We have excellent benefits and pension as well as flexible work arrangements such as work from home, job sharing/rotations and a compressed work week. If you want to join a forward-thinking organization, apply today. Come for the job, stay for the career. We’ve got it all.