Internal / External
The Corporation of the City of St. Thomas -
Planning & Building Services Department has a temporary vacancy for a:
PROPERTY STANDARDS / BY-LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Planning & Building Services
(Temporary, Full-Time - for up to 2 years)
Job Posting #1223-05-26
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of the Chief Building Official, is responsible for enforcing City of St. Thomas by-laws, including but not limited to property standards, pool fence, lodging and boarding houses, noise and zoning.
MAJOR TASKS:
- Responds to complaints and inspects properties to ensure their use and condition complies with the City’s by-laws.
- Participates in inspections, with other agencies, of properties within the City to determine their condition relating to the risk of fire, health or life safety hazards.
- Where by-law violations are identified, interacts directly with all responsible or affected parties to secure compliance with all related by-laws. In the case of non-compliance, issues tickets, notices or orders as required.
- Provides information and advice to the public and staff to assist in the understanding of City by-laws with the objective of achieving compliance.
- Prepares and maintains data and records concerning all investigations, inspections and enforcement activities in a clear and concise manner consistent with the requirements of pertinent legislation, regulations and by-laws of the Corporation, including all data in written or electronic format and any such other records as may be required.
- Attends and consults with contractors on confirmed orders to ensure property is remediated to by-law standards.
- Attends Provincial Offences Court to give evidence under oath to support a successful prosecution.
- Provides testimony as a witness before the Landlord Tenant Board when under subpoena.
- Attends Property Standards Committee hearings to provide information as required.
- Maintains sound knowledge of applicable legislation, current industry practices, applicable case law and conducts pertinent research when required.
- Maintains effective working relationships with City departments, related Boards and Commissions, relevant departments of the senior levels of government and the public.
- Attends training, courses, workshops, and seminars as required.
- Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum two (2) year Post Secondary School Diploma in Security and Law Enforcement or equivalent plus two (2) years previous experience in a related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Must have or be willing to obtain certification by the Ontario Association of Property Standards Officers (OAPSO).
- A general knowledge and understanding of building construction is an asset. Applicants must be familiar with courtroom procedure and decorum and have knowledge of the Ontario Evidence Act.
- Must have physical capability to carry out duties of the position i.e. climb stairs and ladders and walk over rough terrain.
- Must be capable of issuing clearly understandable written instructions, work as part of a team and develop cooperative and collaborative working relationships inside and outside the organization (customer service & interpersonal skills).
- Must have excellent time management and be proficient with computer programs (i.e. MS Office).
- Must have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and deal with confrontational situations.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- May be required to work beyond the normal hours of work.
- A valid Class “G” Ontario Driver’s Licence is required. Use of a personal vehicle will be required to conduct City business until August 31, 2026, at which time a fleet vehicle will be made available to employees. This timeline may be subject to change due to exceptional circumstances.
- Applicants must hold or be able to acquire a valid First Aid and CPR certificate.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- $29.70 - $37.14 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay, working a 37.5 hour workweek
- Upon the completion of six (6) continuous months of temporary employment, Extended Health, Dental & Travel Benefits, subject to the conditions of the Benefit Plan
- Upon the completion of six (6) continuous months of temporary employment, eligible for pro-rated casual sick time
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
Applications must be received no later than June 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
HOW TO APPLY:
Go to www.stthomas.ca – Employment, Employment Opportunities. Go to Posting Title and click the ‘Apply Now’ button. You may need to register/create a Login.
Please import/upload your COVER LETTER AND RESUME individually (i.e. pdf, word) and ensure you have attached all documents prior to submitting your application.
Note: You may be required to answer Qualification questions during the application process.
The City of St. Thomas is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, you must provide your accommodation needs in advance. Questions may be directed to the Human Resources Department at 519-631-1680 ext. 4146.
Although we appreciate all applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Personal Information on this application is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act., R.S.O. 2001, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility and suitability for employment with the City of St. Thomas.
Our hiring process does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision making tools. Applications are reviewed and evaluated by our hiring team.
