About the Township of Muskoka Lakes

Work where others vacation. Nestled in the District Municipality of Muskoka, the Township of Muskoka Lakes delivers an exceptional quality of life without the big city stresses. This premier outdoor recreation region is home to welcoming small communities and supports a four-season lifestyle – providing more time for family and personal pursuits, and the opportunity to live and work in the same stunning environment, all within a 2.5-hour drive from Toronto.

Why Join Our Team

The culture at the Township of Muskoka Lakes is upbeat, positive and collaborative. Working for a municipality offers the opportunity to make a visible impact in your community. The Township of Muskoka Lakes is dedicated to providing a professional, safe, and inclusive workplace where employees are supported to achieve their full potential.

The Township of Muskoka Lakes strives to be an employer of choice for strong talent dedicated to serving our community, and offer the following:

• 100% employer-matched defined benefit pension plan with OMERS (optional).

• Support for paid time off, including personal days, an overtime bank option and paid public holidays.

• Paid internal training and development opportunities.

• Staff recognition and appreciation programs.

• Interesting, varied work with the opportunity to gain municipal experience.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Chief By-Law Enforcement Officer, the successful candidate will respond to complaints and complete proactive enforcement for various by-laws in the municipality. The candidate will work in both independently and as part of a team. This person will gain valuable knowledge on communication techniques as well as law enforcement related experience.

Summary Of Responsibilities

• Enforces and maintains expertise in Township of Muskoka Lakes and District Municipality of Muskoka by-laws, and relevant enforcement procedures, including the Burning By-law, Fire Routes By-law, Dark Sky By-law, Fireworks By-law, Noise Control By-law, Parks By-law, Property Standards By-law, Parking By-law, Public Docks and Ramps By-law, Sign By-law, Dog Control By-law (including securing dogs at large, returning them to owners/impounding them, if required) and any other legislation pertaining to certain enforcement criteria.

• Utilize various enforcement methods such as proactive patrolling, inspections, education, negotiations, verbal and written warnings, issuance of Orders and penalties under the Township's Administrative Monetary Penalty System, and the Provincial Offences Act.

• Addresses by-law concerns to promote safety and compliance, providing education and follow-up to complainants, as required.

• Attend private and public properties in response to concerns of by-law contraventions, conducting additional follow-up inspections, as required.

• Collect evidence and prepare briefs for AMPS hearings and court proceedings.

• Assist the Licensing Officer in reviewing licenses for Short Term Rental Accommodations, Refreshment Vehicles, and other business licenses. Assist in enforcement of the Short-Term Rental Licensing By-law and the Business Licensing By-law.

• Maintain detailed notes (electronic or otherwise) of concerns of by-law contraventions, requests for information, investigations, activities and conduct research, as required. Compile supporting information and prepare reports on all inspections and enforcement activities.

• Work in a friendly and courteous manner and communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, elected officials, and the general public.

• Work both independently and as a part of a collaborative team.

• Full job description available upon request.

Qualifications And Experience

• Enrollment in a post-secondary program in a related field (i.e. Police Studies, Community and Justice Services or Protection, Security and Investigation), or related experience.

• Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays

• Experience and level of comfort with dogs, interest/ability to learn animal control techniques.

• Working knowledge of the municipal legislative framework including the Provincial Offences Act, the Municipal Act, the Planning Act, and other relevant Provincial statutes and regulations.

• Strong communication and mediation skills to negotiate to gain compliance with laws and mediate on controversial issues and concerns between parties.

• Computer skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Records Management Systems.

• Clear vulnerable sector police background check.

• Valid Class G Ontario driver’s license and an acceptable drivers abstract.

• Pleasure Craft Operator Card, and/or experience with boats is an asset

Accommodations

If you require disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources department as soon as possible. Accommodation may be provided in all steps of the hiring process.

Freedom of Information

Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection.

We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.