Regular Full-Time Municipal Law Enforcement Officer 2

City of Oshawa

$83K — $92K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Two-year college diploma in a related field or equivalent experience; preference for Legal, Justice, or Police Studies education.
  • One year of relevant customer service experience.
  • Experience in compliance or security environments preferred.
  • Proven conflict resolution and de-escalation skills.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Case Management Software.
  • Valid Ontario Driver's Licence (Class 'G') required.

Responsibilities

  • Investigate and respond to public inquiries regarding compliance with Provincial legislation and City By-laws.
  • Patrol assigned areas regularly to monitor compliance via foot, bicycle, or vehicle.
  • Prepare detailed reports and necessary documentation for court processes.
  • Enforce various areas including Parking, Licensing, Parks, and Noise/Nuisance regulations.
  • Demonstrate the City of Oshawa’s core values of Authenticity, Courage, and Trust.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Pension plan (OMERS).
  • Professional development and education reimbursement opportunities.
  • Paid membership for professional certifications.
  • Employee perks and wellness programming.
Full Job Description
Job Number:

J0926-0145

Vacancy:

Regular Full-Time Municipal Law Enforcement Officer 2

Job Type:

Regular Full Time

Job Category:

Law Enforcement

Department:

Safety and Facilities Services

Union Group:

CUPE 251

Date Posted:

September 23, 2026

Closing Date:

October 7, 2026

Salary:

$39.95 - $44.38/Hour

Weekly Hours:

40.00

Shift Work Required:

Yes

Reporting to the Operations Coordinator, Municipal Law Enforcement Services or designate, the role of the Municipal Law Enforcement Officer 2 is to interpret, enforce, and administer by-laws and other legislation, both on a complaint basis and proactively in a consistent, clear, effective and unbiased manner which is sensitive to the needs of customers.

Responsibilities:
  • Investigate and respond to complaints and inquiries from the public, staff and other Departments with regard to enforcement and interpretation of Provincial legislation, City By-laws, Regional By-laws, regulations and policies and procedures
  • Patrol of assigned areas on a regular basis on foot, bicycle or vehicle to monitor compliance
  • Prepare detailed and accurate reports of evidence and complete necessary documentation/processes required for court
  • Knowledgeable and able to provide coverage in all areas of enforcement including but not limited to Parking, Private Property, Boulevard Maintenance and Standards, Licensing, Rental Housing, Signs, Noise/Nuisance, Parks, Animal Control, etc.
  • Support and demonstrate the City of Oshawa core values of Authenticity, Courage, and Trust
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:
  • Completion of a two (2) year college diploma in a related field, plus one (1) year of relevant customer service experience is required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference will be given to applicants who have completed studies in Legal, Justice or Police Studies
  • Experience working in a compliance or security environment is an asset
  • Proven ability to resolve conflict through effective communication techniques, procedures and practical experience related to conflict avoidance, de-escalation and resolution skills
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Established skills and experience in Word, Excel, Case Management Software and other software tracking/reporting applications
  • Able to climb, walk and ride a bicycle over rough ground
  • Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Shift work is required. Must be able to respond to after-hours emergency calls in the City within a reasonable time when assigned
  • Willing to obtain yearly rabies pre-exposure vaccination and bi-annual titre check for level of rabies antibodies
  • Possession and maintenance of a valid, unrestricted Ontario Driver's Licence, minimum Class "G", and be able to pass the Corporation's tests for motor vehicle operation

As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check and an employment medical.

What the City Offers:
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Pension (OMERS)
• Professional development opportunities and/or education reimbursement
• Paid professional association membership for certification maintenance
• Free on-site parking
• Hybrid work
• Employee perks and wellness programming

Please be advised that position location as noted is at the time of posting and is subject to change, as required due to operational needs.

We would like to thank all applicants however, please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted and all other applicants will be kept on file. Applicants are advised that written, oral and practical testing may form part of the selection process.

Applicants who are currently employed by the City of Oshawa are asked to clearly indicate their status as an internal applicant in their application. Please ensure that you check your email regularly to receive any correspondence.

The City of Oshawa is situated on lands and waters within the Williams Treaties Territory, home to seven First Nation communities of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Anishinaabeg, who have cared for and maintained these lands from time immemorial and continue to do so to present day. Learn more

Are you interested in this job?

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at City of Oshawa

More Education, Government & Non-Profit Jobs

Find similar Regular Full-Time Municipal Law Enforcement Officer 2 jobs: