Town of Fort Smith
Department: Protective Services
Position: By-law Officer
Term: 4-Month Term
Location: Fort Smith, NT
Reports to: Director of Protective Services
The Town of Fort Smith is seeking a motivated and community-minded individual to join the Protective Services Department as a By-law Officer.
The By-law Officer is responsible for enforcing municipal by-laws and providing public education and awareness programs and services to ensure the protection of residents, property and employees.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct regular patrols and perform day-to-day enforcement activities.
- Enforce municipal by-laws, speed limits and other vehicle regulations.
- Conduct investigations and respond to resident complaints and concerns in a timely manner.
- Conduct investigations of complaints and incidents and gather evidence in an appropriate and legal manner.
- Prepare reports and attend court proceedings, including presenting evidence and giving testimony in court.
- Maintain accurate records of by-law infractions, permits and other relevant information.
- Provide public education and awareness on public safety, including fire prevention, vehicle safety, ATV and snowmobile safety, firearm safety and bicycle safety.
- Coordinate, promote and/or deliver safety events and awareness programs for schools and community organizations.
- Liaise with community groups, organizations, residents and other agencies concerning safety issues and by-law awareness and enforcement.
- Assist with crowd control, emergency response situations and other related activities as required.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications and Requirements
The successful candidate will have:
- Successful completion of a By-law Officer training program or equivalent enforcement program.
- Minimum of 3 years of related enforcement experience.
- Minimum 19 years of age.
- Successful completion of secondary school or equivalent.
- Clear criminal record with vulnerable sector clearance.
- Valid NWT Driver's License appropriate to the class of vehicle being operated.
- Knowledge of regulatory by-laws, legislation, policies, procedures and rules of law.
- Knowledge of investigation and evidence gathering techniques and court processes and procedures.
- Effective verbal, written and listening communication skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to deal effectively with people in difficult situations.
- Effective public relations and public speaking skills.
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity, particularly within the northern cultural and political environment.
- Strong organizational, time management and stress management skills.
This position involves working primarily outside the office and exposure to a variety of weather conditions. The By-law Officer may be required to participate in emergency response activities and may encounter physically demanding, dangerous or confrontational situations.
The successful candidate must be able to work independently, exercise sound judgment and maintain consistent and fair standards of conduct while interacting with members of the public.
The Town of Fort Smith is committed to providing a respectful, inclusive and culturally aware workplace.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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