Supervisor Bylaw Enforcement
About the role
Competition No: 2025-340
Duration: Regular Full Time
Salary: $6,807 – 7,086 – 7,383 – 7,691 – 8,013/month (2024 Rates)
Schedule: 80 hours bi-weekly; Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Special Notes: Subject to Note ‘M’ of Schedule ‘B’ of the CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement
Last Updated: 12/3/25
This is administrative, inspectional and regulatory work related to the enforcement of municipal bylaws. The incumbent directs the day-to-day operations of staff responsible for enforcing municipal bylaws and regulations; investigate and respond to complaints; supervises and, as required, participates in the work of a moderate sized group of bylaw enforcement and clerical subordinates. The work involves public relations contact and requires the exercise of considerable independent judgement, action, tact and diplomacy within policy, bylaw and regulation limits. The work is checked and reviewed by a supervisor for the effectiveness of enforcement operations in the City. Performs related work as required.
Qualifications include completion of the Grade 12 with related post-secondary courses in bylaw investigation and enforcement, animal control, communications, public relations, plus sound experience in enforcement and regulatory work including some supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Thorough knowledge of the City's municipal bylaws. Considerable knowledge of City geography and street locations. Sound knowledge of court procedures and of the legality of various types of evidence; the applicable bylaws, regulations and enforcement procedures related to the work (e.g. Street and Traffic; Bylaw Notice Enforcement, Animal Control, Noise or Sound Abatement; Parking Meter, etc.). Ability to direct day-to-day operations; to monitor budget; to participate in the development of policies and procedures; and to prepare reports, records and correspondence regarding matters related to the work unit; investigate complaints and enforce relevant municipal bylaws and regulations with tact, impartiality, firmness and use of sound judgement; plan, assign, supervise and review the work of a small group of subordinates engaged in bylaw enforcement and clerical work, and to direct the work of staff; oversee the bylaw violation notice and adjudication systems; maintain an effective work program, to explain and interpret applicable bylaws and regulations to the public according to standards, and to maintain liaison with a variety of internal and external contacts; prepare and present evidence in court and maintain various reports, correspondence and records. A Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia is required.
Please apply online by December 12, 2025.
Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.
About City of Burnaby
Burnaby is a great place to live, learn, work and play. We are committed to strengthening our overall well-being and growing into the future as a liveable, vibrant and sustainable community. Burnaby works to facilitate an engaged and active citizenry, a healthy economy and a real respect for the natural environment. It was voted by Maclean’s Magazine as the “Best Run City in Canada!”
If you're an exceptional team player who is looking for meaningful challenges and a great place to live, work and grow, contact us today. Let's get to work making Burnaby the best it can be!
Get the 98.6 km squared office at: www.burnaby.ca/careers
Photo credit: Kenny Louie
Supervisor Bylaw Enforcement
About the role
Competition No: 2025-340
Duration: Regular Full Time
Salary: $6,807 – 7,086 – 7,383 – 7,691 – 8,013/month (2024 Rates)
Schedule: 80 hours bi-weekly; Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Special Notes: Subject to Note ‘M’ of Schedule ‘B’ of the CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement
Last Updated: 12/3/25
This is administrative, inspectional and regulatory work related to the enforcement of municipal bylaws. The incumbent directs the day-to-day operations of staff responsible for enforcing municipal bylaws and regulations; investigate and respond to complaints; supervises and, as required, participates in the work of a moderate sized group of bylaw enforcement and clerical subordinates. The work involves public relations contact and requires the exercise of considerable independent judgement, action, tact and diplomacy within policy, bylaw and regulation limits. The work is checked and reviewed by a supervisor for the effectiveness of enforcement operations in the City. Performs related work as required.
Qualifications include completion of the Grade 12 with related post-secondary courses in bylaw investigation and enforcement, animal control, communications, public relations, plus sound experience in enforcement and regulatory work including some supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Thorough knowledge of the City's municipal bylaws. Considerable knowledge of City geography and street locations. Sound knowledge of court procedures and of the legality of various types of evidence; the applicable bylaws, regulations and enforcement procedures related to the work (e.g. Street and Traffic; Bylaw Notice Enforcement, Animal Control, Noise or Sound Abatement; Parking Meter, etc.). Ability to direct day-to-day operations; to monitor budget; to participate in the development of policies and procedures; and to prepare reports, records and correspondence regarding matters related to the work unit; investigate complaints and enforce relevant municipal bylaws and regulations with tact, impartiality, firmness and use of sound judgement; plan, assign, supervise and review the work of a small group of subordinates engaged in bylaw enforcement and clerical work, and to direct the work of staff; oversee the bylaw violation notice and adjudication systems; maintain an effective work program, to explain and interpret applicable bylaws and regulations to the public according to standards, and to maintain liaison with a variety of internal and external contacts; prepare and present evidence in court and maintain various reports, correspondence and records. A Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia is required.
Please apply online by December 12, 2025.
Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.
About City of Burnaby
Burnaby is a great place to live, learn, work and play. We are committed to strengthening our overall well-being and growing into the future as a liveable, vibrant and sustainable community. Burnaby works to facilitate an engaged and active citizenry, a healthy economy and a real respect for the natural environment. It was voted by Maclean’s Magazine as the “Best Run City in Canada!”
If you're an exceptional team player who is looking for meaningful challenges and a great place to live, work and grow, contact us today. Let's get to work making Burnaby the best it can be!
Get the 98.6 km squared office at: www.burnaby.ca/careers
Photo credit: Kenny Louie