Bylaw Enforcement Officer

The County of Grande Prairie builds on its natural environment and the entrepreneurial spirit of its citizens to provide an unmatched quality of life and opportunity for all. We offer a collaborative and dynamic workplace where our values of Trustworthy, Transparent, Respectful, and Collaborative guide our conduct and contribute to a healthy culture.

We are currently seeking a permanent Bylaw Enforcement Officer to join our team. At the County of Grande Prairie, we believe that our primary purpose is to provide quality of life in safe, viable communities. As a Bylaw Enforcement Officer, you can help to promote our vision and values by educating, investigating, and enforcing select regulatory Municipal Bylaws. You will conduct investigations and inspections, issue violation tickets and warnings, and report daily activities. The position conducts animal control duties including patrols, impounding animals, responding to complaints and conducting investigations.

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

• Preference may be given if an applicant has TPR (formerly PPCT), Asp Baton within three years of application
• Knowledge and understanding of the Animal Protection Act and the Dangerous Dog Act
• Knowledge and understanding of the Municipal Government Act and municipal bylaws relating to unsightly premises investigations, non moving traffic offences and other offences found in other regulated bylaws.
• Demonstrated animal health and well-being knowledge, skills and abilities to include: care of domestic animals, knowledge of animal and zoonotic diseases,
• Ability to determine breeds and species, sex and age. Ability to recognize signs of animal distress, neglect, abuse and cruelty
• Knowledge of law enforcement techniques, principles, practices, and court procedures
• Skilled in animal capture and restraint methods, and the ability to interpret animal body language

• Clean Criminal Record Check and Driver's Abstract and a valid Class 5 driver's license
• Minimum 18 years of age with a Grade 12 Diploma
• Successful completion of PARE (a physical abilities test)
• Excellent computer skills including Office 365

The County offers a full Comprehensive Benefits Package, LAPP Pension, Health and Wellness Plan, vacation and paid sick time.

Closing date: This posting will be open until December 31, 2025 until 11.59 pm Mountain Time.

Pay rate: $45.73 to $53.81 per hour.

What We Offer: The County of Grande Prairie provides a competitive compensation package, including benefits, LAPP pension and vacation. We actively support professional development opportunities and foster an engaging work environment.

As part of the County of Grande Prairie’s commitment to provide a safe and healthy workplace, we encourage and support a scent-free environment.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. We do not accept applications sent via email.

The County of Grande Prairie recognizes and values the principles of fair hiring practices. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact hr@countygp.ab.ca and we will work with you to meet your needs.

• This posting may be used for future vacancies or to fill more than one position
• This posting may be open until a suitable candidate(s) is/are found.

Please note that once your application is complete, you will receive a confirmation email. If we require any additional information we will contact you. Due to the volume of applications received we can only answer questions at the interview stage.