Head Seasonal By-Law Enforcement Officer (Seasonal)
Division: By-Law
Wage rate: $24.65 per hour (2025 Rate)
Hours of Work: Normal hours of work are thirty-five (35) hours per week, usually seven (7) hour shifts with a one (1) hour unpaid meal break; shifts may include day, evening, weekend, and holiday hours. Flexibility in scheduling is necessary to change shifts and/or work extra hours as required for events.
Work Period: March to September 2026
Vacancy Status: One (1) existing vacancy
Location: on-site
A career at the Town of Collingwood is more than a job; it's a pathway to thrive. Here, you'll be part of a leading-edge team working together to provide excellent services, progressive and accountable decision-making, collaboration and advocacy based on our values of leadership, integrity, respect, excellence, and financial stewardship.
If this resonates with you and you're passionate about creating meaningful community impact, then read on!
The Opportunity
Reporting to the By-Law Supervisor, the Head Seasonal By-Law Enforcement Officer (SBLEO) is responsible for the enforcement of various Town By-laws (e.g., parking, animal control, noise, public nuisance, etc.). In the absence of the Supervisor, the Head SBLEO is responsible for providing direct supervision to seasonal By-Law staff. The position is also responsible for responding to and prioritizing response to complaints, ensuring necessary call backs are completed, and for monitoring performance of seasonal By-Law staff in the field. The main duties and responsibilities for the position are in the areas of parking enforcement, by-law enforcement, and other by-law functions.
The preferred candidate possesses the following:
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Enrolled in (or a recent graduate of) a post-secondary program in Police Foundations, Law & Security, Criminology, Law Enforcement, or related discipline.
- One (1) season of by-law enforcement experience. Previous experience as a SBLEO for the Town of Collingwood, leadership and/or supervisory experience considered an asset.
- Physical ability to perform enforcement activities and wear required personal protective equipment.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office applications. Knowledge of parking ticket software applications is considered an asset.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, public relations, and conflict resolution skills, together with the ability to use tact and discretion and to deal courteously and effectively with the public and fellow staff members. Possess initiative and integrity.
- Ability to work independently and as part of an enforcement team.
- General understanding and appreciation of downtown and local attractions.
- Valid Class “G” driver’s license in good standing and current Driver’s abstract with results satisfactory to the Employer.
- Possess a Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check (Level 2) with results satisfactory to the Employer, and a valid standard first aid and CPR/AED level “C” certificate (or willing to obtain).
If building a stronger, more connected community inspires you, we want to hear from you! Please submit your cover letter and resume in Word or PDF format to jobs@collingwood.ca, with the subject line, “Head Seasonal By-Law Enforcement Officer, Job Posting 2026-04” to ensure it is reviewed promptly.
In the event you require an alternate method of submitting your application, please contact the Customer Service team by calling 705-445-1030. For more information on this position, please review the attached job description below.
We thank all applicants for showing interest in joining our team. Please note only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly. We look forward to your application!
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