MINJobs posting: Community Peace Office II
April 23, 2024
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Community Peace Office II

Organization:
Town of Cochrane
Region:
Alberta
Application deadline:
January 18, 2015
  This job posting has expired
Hiring date:
February 9, 2015
Type:
Full Time
Category:
Bylaw enforcement
Description
Reporting to the Manager of Municipal Enforcement, you will enforce Town Bylaws and Provincial Statutes to gain compliance, assist with public awareness and education and acts as a liaison with other agencies.

Key Accountabilities:

  • Education and enforcement of municipal bylaws and provincial statutes as appointed by the Solicitor General, which include Animal Protection Act, Dangerous Dog Act, The Provincial Offences Procedure Act, non-moving traffic violations under the Traffic Safety Act.
  • Thoroughly investigate all complaints to ascertain validity, issue tickets and take appropriate action to bring an equitable solution of compliance or enforcement.
  • Accurately and efficiently prepare investigative reports, legal documents, court information and testifies in court when required.
  • Conduct safe and efficient patrols including roads, pathways, green space, parks and residential areas, including Provincial highways.
  • Assist other law enforcement agencies, including RCMP, with public safety/awareness programs, community groups and contractors, maintain and develop working relationships.
  • Flexibility in shift coverage as required; based on providing full service coverage during scheduled events and operational hours. May be required to respond to municipal emergencies after hours.
  • Document and suggest modifications to existing bylaws, suggest potential new bylaws that promote public safety to Manager.
Requirements

Education and Experience:

  • Diploma in Law Enforcement program and/or equivalent related experience.
  • Must be comfortable working with animals
  • Experience in municipal government, and application of bylaws for the Town of Cochrane

Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to exercise good judgment, diffuse conflict and make appropriate and fair decisions under difficult or emotional circumstances.
  • Ability to develop effective working relationships with rate payers and other community service providers which require excellent communication and public relation skills.
  • Ability to deal effectively with complaint investigation and resolution with good listening, problem solving and conflict management skills.
  • Organizational skills and able to maintain accurate work records
  • Ability to work independently and within a team environment
  • Good computer knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office suite and related municipal, provincial, federal software programs.

Certifications, Licenses and/or Designations:

  • Alberta Community Peace Officer Level 2 status
  • Valid Alberta Class 5 Operator’s License
  • No criminal record or outstanding charges.
  • First Aid/AED
  • Pressure Point Control Tactics
Salary & Benefits

Based on experience.

 From the same category : bylaw enforcement