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Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Community Patrol Officer
Posted on December 17, 2024 by Employer details District of Squamish
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The District of Squamish is located in the unceded traditional territory of the Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation). We offer gratitude to the Skwxwú7mesh People who have lived on these lands since time immemorial.Community Patrol OfficerExternal Job Posting Status: Regular Full-TimeWork Area: Community Bylaw Posting Date: December 17, 2024Closing Date: January 7, 2025GENERAL SUMMARYUnder the general supervision and direction of the Community Bylaw Services Supervisor, the Community Patrol Officer will focus on the Traffic Bylaw and Animal Control Bylaw by performing field and administrative work, as well as completing tasks at the District of Squamish Animal Shelter. Community Patrol Officers support the Bylaw and Animal Control Department by conducting proactive patrols, educating the public on enforcement matters and assisting with the care and handling of dogs in the District?s care. KEY RESPONSIBILITIESCustomer Service Contributes to the success of our team and creation of our thriving community, by fostering the District of Squamish corporate values in their work: Respect, Integrity, Connection and Progress. Follows the District of Squamish?s Customer Service Guidelines to ensure the Delivery of Outstanding Service. Focuses on education when interacting with the community and finds innovative methods of achieving voluntary compliance, uses enforcement by ticketing to bolster this message when required. Bylaw Enforcement Duties Proactively patrols the Municipality to detect violations of Municipal traffic and camping bylaws. Informs and educates parking bylaw violators of the nature of the bylaw offence, and actively seeks to resolve disputes or infractions informally to gain voluntary compliance. Issues Warning Notices of Violation or Bylaw Offence Notices. Explains and interprets Regulatory Bylaws, regulations, policies and procedures, and conveys information to others clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Prepares any necessary Court or adjudication documents and files, prosecutes all minor Bylaw Violations, and provides evidence in Court. Maintains administrative files and records, and prepares routine correspondence. Provides investigative support to other District departments. Assists Bylaw Enforcement Officers and Animal Control Officers when necessary and as directed. Animal Control Duties and Responsibilities Promotes responsible dog ownership within the District. Responsible for feeding, grooming, administering prescribed medications, and post-surgical care for impounded animals. Cleans Shelter facility, kennels, and surrounding area ensuring a high-level of facility hygiene. Explains Animal Control policies, regulations, bylaws and procedures to others. Maintains files related to Animal Control registration and sales by updating database. Maintains adequate inventory of dog food and cleaning supplies. Provides assistance related to the adoption of dogs Notifies owners of impounded dogs and explains release policy and procedure. Other duties as required. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to provide effective customer service, diffuse hostility in an effective manner while consistently maintaining a professional and diplomatic demeanor. Excellent organizational skills, the ability to perform multiple duties simultaneously with deadlines. Thorough knowledge of business English, basic arithmetic, and modern office practices, procedures and equipment. Basic skills in MS Word, Excel and Outlook. Knowledge of court service practices, adjudication procedures, and the rules of evidence and investigational techniques. Ability to read and interpret bylaws, related legislation, regulations, Local Government Act, and the Community Charter. Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information with a high degree of discretion and impartiality. Ability to work safely and in compliance with the District of Squamish Health and Safety Policy, Work- LocationSquamish, BC
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$32.57HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CivicJobs.ca #100245
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