Municipal Law Enforcement Officer I - Casual/On Call

Casual Worker MOL Supervisor Markham, ON, CA

3 days ago Requisition ID: 4889

Salary Range: $43.23 To $48.30 Hourly

Department and Commission: By-Law and Regulatory, Corporate Services
Affiliation: Non Union
Vacancy Type: New
Posting Date: October 16, 2026
Application Deadline: October 30, 2026

About the City of Markham

The City of Markham is consistently ranked among Canada’s top municipal employers. In 2026, the City received its sixth consecutive Canada’s Best Employers recognition from Forbes and Statista Inc., placing third among municipalities and 15th overall in Government Services. An award-winning municipality, Markham is recognized for its leadership in sustainability, cutting-edge urban planning, and strong fiscal management. Serving a diverse and growing community of more than 370,000 residents, Markham combines rich heritage with a vibrant local economy and offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, impactful work that helps strengthen the community we serve.

Join us and make a lasting difference

Please note there are 4 positions available.

Job Summary

Reporting to Supervisor, Municipal Law Enforcement, the MLEO I will act as a Community Ambassador for the City by proactively engaging with the public and city staff to provide information and interpretation of by-laws, regulations, policies and procedures. The MLEO I will be responsible for field enforcement services to achieve and maintain regulatory compliance with the City’s Parking Control By-law and Sign Bylaw, and for providing after hours‘ support in enforcing applicable municipal by-law, zoning by-laws, property standards, site plan control agreements,



and heritage by-laws of the City as required. The MLEO I will respond to emergency situations and complaints from the public, internal departments and other agencies in a professional manner and proactively investigate, document and determine appropriate courses of action. The position will also prepare detailed briefs of evidence and complete necessary documentation required for Administrative Hearings and court proceedings and testify to evidence in court and hearings.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

- Respond to parking operation complaints and emergency situations from the public, internal departments, and other agencies and proactively enforce regulations in a positive and professional manner.
- Act as a Community Ambassador for the City – providing information to the public and staff on the enforcement/interpretation of by-laws, regulations, and policies and procedures.
- Investigate and issue penalty notices to vehicles illegal parked within the City, including towing of vehicles interfering with traffic/ property access and habitual offenders. Assist York Regional Police with the towing and removal of illegally parked/abandoned vehicles.




- Prepare detailed briefs of evidence and complete necessary documentation/processes required for Administrative Monetary Penalty Hearings and court proceedings and testify evidence in court and hearings as required.
- Provide support for special enforcement initiatives dealing with matters such as Accessible Parking, Bag Signs, Fire Routes, School Zones etc.
- Assist with traffic control and enforcement at City events and the delivery of public notices and Council agendas as required.
- Assist other Municipal Law Enforcement Officers with their investigation of matters by providing after hours’ inspections/ surveillance and the reporting/ documentation of findings.
- Attend meetings and training as required.
- Attending after-hour By-law complaints such as but not limited to noise complaints and taking appropriate action to ensure compliance, including issuing charges.
- Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- University degree or Community college diploma in law enforcement, municipal by-laws certificate, or investigative studies discipline is required. Interviews will only be granted to those who submit a copy of your accreditation(s) with your application to the position.
- Experience in parking control or private parking control enforcement.
- Strong client service and interpersonal skills required to liaise with City staff, businesses, the public and internal staff in a positive and professional manner.
- Knowledge of, and experience with, effective negotiation, and conflict resolution strategies.
- Sound judgement, tact and discretion, with a proven ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Strong team player with an ability to work independently under limited supervision.
- Excellent time management, organizational, oral and written communication, initiative, problem solving, and report writing skills.<

📌 Municipal Law Enforcement Officer I – Parking Operations (Markham)
🏢 City-of-Markha
📍 Markham