Bylaw Enforcement / Animal Control OfficerCompetition Number26080DepartmentBylaw Services DivisionEmployment TypePart-Time UnionThe current (2026) hourly wage rate is $39.43The 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 REQUIREMENTSGrade 12 or equivalencyLevel 1 Advanced Bylaw Enforcement and Investigative Skills Certificate or equivalent combination of education and experienceValid BC Class 5 Drivers LicenseSome (1-2 year) experience in municipal bylaw, law enforcement or other related regulatory and enforcementSome (1-2 years)



experience with the policies and procedures relating to animal bylaws and licensing regulationsSome knowledge of municipal and provincial regulations relating to bylaw enforcement and sound knowledge of court proceedingsSome 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 courtStrong investigation skillsStrong written communication skillsStrong oral communications skillsExceptional interpersonal and conflict resolution skillsStrong relationship building skillsStrong voluntary compliance and enforcement skills.Good computer skillsStrong ability to problem-solve, investigate complaints, interpret and seek compliance with City bylaws and other related regulationsAbility to safely handle vicious and injured animals; to clean kennels and feed and care for animalsStrong ability to use sound judgment and deal tactfully and diplomatically with the public in sensitive and sometimes confrontational situationsStrong ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingStrong ability to work well as a member of a team and independentlyPhysical ability to frequently undertake site inspections and work in inclement weatherADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS BEFORE HIRINGPsychometric AssessmentCriminal Record CheckWillingness to participate in specific Animal Control TrainingADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRINGTraining in Animal Control secure practices and proceduresThis is a regular part-timeposition.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 skilled 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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