The Role

Reporting to the Supervisor, Enforcement, the Property Standards & Municipal Law Enforcement Officer is responsible for the enforcement of municipal by-laws and various provincial acts and will resolve complaints and provide information and guidance regarding municipal general bylaw issues.

Meet your department...

We help keep Kingston secure, respectful, and well-maintained through education-first enforcement of municipal bylaws. Our team oversees parking enforcement, animal control, and compliance with property standards, noise, waste, and community regulations, prioritizing education and voluntary compliance before taking enforcement action.

What you'll do...

- Inspect properties within the City of Kingston and in accordance with the Ontario Building Code Act to assure compliance to the Property Standards Bylaw and Yards Bylaw
- Investigate, respond to and ensure compliance and enforcement of various provincial acts and all applicable by-laws and relevant legislation with tact, firmness, impartiality and sound judgment
- Enforce the animal control by-law including apprehension of dogs at large and support the Responsible Pet Ownership Program (RPOP)




- Communicate with members of the public relating to specific cases, enforcement procedures and education regarding the City’s bylaws
- Serve legal documents, issue warnings, infraction notices and summons’ in cases of non-compliance and conduct follow-up site visits
- Act as an ambassador for the City with residents and visitors
- Responsible for data entry and for providing statistical information and reportsCollect license fees where applicableWork with outside agencies to coordinate efforts relating to City properties
- Prepare documentation and provide evidence in support of charges for Legal Services
- Attend court, tribunals and appeals committee meetings
- Work closely with all members of the department and liaise with other City departments to ensure a cooperative and consistent approach to enforcement
- Make referrals to other departments and agencies
- Assist with general Licensing & Enforcement department duties as required
- Follow the City of Kingston’s policies and code of conduct
- Conduct duties by foot, bicycle or in a vehicle
- Perform other duties as assigned

📌 Property Standards & Municipal Law Enforcement Officer (Kingston)
🏢 City of Kingston
📍 Kingston