Bylaw Enforcement Officer at City of Fernie

Bylaw Enforcement Officer

Corporate Services Department

Part-Time, Regular

July 22, 2026

The City of Fernie invites applications from qualified, experienced, persons for the part-time, regular, unionized position of Bylaw Enforcement Officer.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, or their designate, Bylaw Enforcement Officer performs various functions to educate, enforce and uphold the municipal Bylaws, to contribute to community health and safety.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Attempts to gain voluntary compliance and adherence to Municipal Bylaws and regulations.
• Responds to public inquiries about possible bylaw violations.
• Determines and implements appropriate enforcement procedures, including issuing MTI’s using established guidelines.
• Provides community education and completes customer service functions.
• Performs field / site inspections with respect to potential City of Fernie Bylaw infractions.
• Collaborates with Fire Prevention Officer, Building Inspectors, and other colleagues as required.
• Animal control functions.
• Parking violations.
• Completes Emergency Management training and other training as required.
• Prepares and presents to Administration and Council on staff reports, draft Bylaws, Policies, and Procedures from time to time.
• Completes Bylaw related administrative functions including; investigations, reports, records, letters, court documents and other memoranda for Administration, Council, lawyers, potential prosecution, and presentation to a court.
• Liaise with police and other relevant authorities as needed.
• All employees shall work in accordance with the City of Fernie’s Safety Management System.
• Other related duties as required.

These key duties are general descriptions of the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job

VALUES

Staff are expected to champion the City of Fernie’s Corporate Vision, Mission, and Values, embedding these principles in their team operations to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement:

Vision

An inclusive workplace where people are supported, excited and proud.

Mission

Prioritize a healthy and respectful organization that enables quality service delivery.

Core Values

• Safety and Wellness
• Initiative
• Accountability
• Integrity
• Teamwork

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License.
• Level One Bylaw Enforcement and Investigating Skills Course from the JIBC, or equivalent provincial certification, or related experience.
• 3 years prior job-related experience in in enforcement work, preferably in a municipal setting.
• High School Diploma.
• De-escalation training and/or Conflict Resolution training.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills for effective communication with others.
• De-escalation training and/or Conflict Resolution training.
• Well developed report writing skills.
• Ability to interpret maps and legal descriptions.
• Sound knowledge of local Government bylaws, and associated Provincial and Federal statutes including, the Community Charter and Local Government Act.
• Excellent computer skills, with an ability to operate a networked computer along with various software programs including, Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to represent the City at Court hearings.
• Ability to deal in a confident and humane manner with wild or domestic animals.
• Demonstrated ability to tactfully handle confidential enquiries and information.
• Effective organizational skills with an ability to handle conflicting demands and priorities.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, when handling animals at large.

Competencies for Success

• Proficient at public speaking and presenting to various stakeholders and levels of authority.
• Animal Control/Safe Animal Handling training and experience.
• Experience with Vadim, iCompass, an asset.

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