The City of Winkler has established municipal by-laws to protect public safety and improve the orderliness of our community. By-laws govern various areas, including land use, building requirements, traffic control, and animal control. Several City of Winkler departments contribute to upholding our municipal by-laws. Reporting to the Assistant City Manager, the By-Law and Animal Control Officer ensures a safe environment for community members by handling by-law enforcement and animal control related tasks in a professional and courteous manner. The By-Law Officer is responsible for the day-to-day needs of the city's by-law enforcement and animal control. They work with the public to reach understanding and encourage voluntary compliance with by-laws. Enforce specific provisions of applicable City of Winkler By-laws and Provincial statutes, including (but not limited to): the Animal Control By-law, Derelict Vehicles By-law, Unsightly Property By-law, Zoning By-law, Noise Control By-law, and Traffic & Parking By-law. Investigate and respond to by-law complaints and disputes, and ensure appropriate resolutions either by education and redirection, contravention notices, or compliance orders. Enter all cases into by-law software and maintain records system of items (i.e. penalty notices, municipal compliance orders, reports, etc.). Foster positive relationships within the community. Work with the Marketing and Communications Department to promote education on by-laws to the public. Respond to calls regarding animals at large or posing a threat to the health, welfare and safety of the community. Track and impound animals as necessary (i.e. lost, homeless, or dangerous animals within city limits).



Issue warnings and citations to the owners of animals that cause disturbances, or that are otherwise in violation of City by-laws. Experience in local government is an asset but not required. Valid Class 5 Manitoba driver's licence with a secure driving record. May be required to submit a criminal record check and a Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check, Adult Abuse Registry Check, and a driver's abstract. Ability to work well as a part of a team that eagerly does their best to provide professional, quality service to the community. Ability to treat animals with dignity and care. Excellent analytical and report writing skills. Ability to efficiently use Microsoft 365 and the ability to learn specialized by-law software. An understanding of municipal government, especially regarding by-laws, policies, and procedures, is an asset. Must be capable of working efficiently with minimum supervision. Full-time (40hr/wk), permanent position. General

working hours
between 8:00am and 5:00pm but may occasionally be scheduled overtime for evening events or need to respond to occasional calls in the evening. Full benefits package, including insured benefits, extended health, vision, and dental benefits, and a defined-benefit pension plan. A combination of sedentary office work and some physically demanding activities. There is a possibility of working in adverse weather conditions and dangerous environments (such as an unsafe building or near traffic). May also be exposed to mental and emotional stress by the requirement to enforce municipal by-laws. As an employer, we are committed to the principles of dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity for people with disabilities.

📌 By-Law/Animal Control Officer (Altamont)
🏢 City-of-Winkle
📍 Altamont