Bylaw Enforcement / Animal Control Officer
Competition Number

26080

Department

Bylaw Services Division

Employment Type

Part-Time Union

The current (2026) hourly wage rate is $39.43

The City of Courtenay invites applications for the part time position of " Bylaw Enforcement / Animal Control Officer” in the Bylaw Services Division of the Corporate Services Department. This union position is subject to the terms and conditions in the collective agreement between the City and CUPE Local 556.

Bylaw Services works closely with community partners and residents to provide a service that is respectful, compassionate, and in tune with social issues and their root causes. The goal of Bylaw Services is to achieve compliance through awareness and education, and when required through the appropriate enforcement activities (i.e., issuing tickets, conducting remedial action, court activities, etc.).

Bylaw Enforcement/Animal Control officers have strong community awareness and interpersonal skills, can build relationships, communicate effectively with a variety of personality types, work independently and as part of a team, resolve conflict and seek resolutions through discussion and de-escalation approaches, apply a trauma and culturally informed practice lens, understand mental health conditions and how they present in the community, and apply best practice investigative skills.

Working collaboratively, bylaw enforcement officers conduct inspections and investigations under various statutes and prepare the appropriate documentation in order to achieve compliance to help build strong communities.





MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Grade 12 or equivalency

Level 1 Advanced Bylaw Enforcement and Investigative Skills Certificate or equivalent combination of education and experience

Valid BC Class 5 Drivers License

Some (1-2 year) experience in municipal bylaw, law enforcement or other related regulatory and enforcement

Some (1-2 years) experience with the policies and procedures relating to animal bylaws and licensing regulations

Some knowledge of municipal and provincial regulations relating to bylaw enforcement and sound knowledge of court proceedings

Some knowledge of the methods, procedures and equipment used in the catching, care and handling of vicious, stray, sick and maimed animals.

Strong compassion, empathy, situational awareness and sensitivity to community issues such as homelessness and mental health issues including the ability to implement bylaw requirements in a professional, respectful, fair, reasonable, and non-discriminatory manner.

Strong ability to prepare and present evidence and to conduct oneself in court

Strong investigation skills

Strong written communication skills

Strong oral communications skills

Exceptional interpersonal and conflict resolution skills





Strong relationship building skills

Strong voluntary compliance and enforcement skills.

Good computer skills

Strong ability to problem-solve, investigate complaints, interpret and seek compliance with City bylaws and other related regulations

Ability to safely handle vicious and injured animals; to clean kennels and feed and care for animals

Strong ability to use sound judgment and deal tactfully and diplomatically with the public in sensitive and sometimes confrontational situations

Strong ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Strong ability to work well as a member of a team and independently

Physical ability to frequently undertake site inspections and work in inclement weather

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS BEFORE HIRING

Psychometric Assessment

Criminal Record Check

Willingness to participate in specific Animal Control Training

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRING

Training in Animal Control safe practices and procedures

This is a regular part-time position.

The current (2026) hourly wage rate is $39.43. The normal work week and workday will include Monday through Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The City of Courtenay is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those short listed will be contacted.

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📌 Bylaw Enforcement / Animal Control Officer (British Columbia)
🏢 Courtenay]
📍 British Columbia