Municipal Law Enforcement Officer

Location: Peterborough County and North Hastings County (Lakefield)

Overview   Job Brief :
As a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, you are responsible for the enforcement of Municipal by-laws within the City of Kawartha Lakes, responding to telephone inquiries and complaints, and for conducting investigations.
Employment Status :
Temporary Full-Time
Union : CUPE 855 Inside
Open To :
Internal/External Applicant(s)
Closing Date : 15/06/2026
Duration (if Temporary) :
Up to 12 months
Job Title :
Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
Wage : $35.30 per hour (2026)
Reports to :
Manager, Municipal Law Enforcement
Department : CAO - Clerk s Division/Municipal Law Enforcement
Location :
Municipal Law Enforcement Division, Lindsay, ON
Hours :
Temporary Full time, up to 12 months. Normal Working Hours are 40 hours per week, including weekend assignments
Other :
This is a current vacancy. General office environment. Some travel throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes may be necessary in accordance with job requirements.
Essential Duties   Enforce the City of Kawartha Lakes by-laws and some Provincial Statutes
Assist with the development and implementation of comprehensive by-laws
Respond to telephone inquiries and complaints and conduct investigations relating to stray animals and nuisance situations
Liaise with other City departments and outside agencies
Impound and transport animals to the local dog pound
Gather evidence and witnesses, contact land owner, prepare registered letters with compliance notices, and obtain by-law compliance
Prepare summons, court briefs and represent municipality in court proceedings
Issue PON s and PIN s where necessary and appear in court
Attend training courses and seminars as necessary to remain current in this field
Maintain accurate notes, records and provide written reports
Enter information and reports onto computer system
Patrol throughout the City
Maintain parking meters and collect money
Perform other related duties as assigned
Skills And Education Required   Post-secondary diploma in Law Enforcement or a related field
Minimum 3 years of related progressive experience, preferably in a municipal environment
Knowledge of The Provincial Offences Act, The Canada Evidence Act, and The Ontario Courts of Justice Act
Demonstrated customer service and interpersonal skills at a level to develop and maintain co-operative/collaborative working relationships both within and outside the organization including coaching and effective problem solving
Excellent written communication and mathematical skills
Ability to demonstrate initiative consistently with commitment to quality improvement, sharing process improvement initiatives with management
Demonstrated ability to contribute to and build upon a positive and healthy environment in a direct service delivery office setting
Demonstrated professional and ethical responsibility to protect privacy, use confidential information appropriately, treat sensitive situations with appropriate degree of tact and discretion, and complying with all applicable privacy legislation and local policies and procedures
Demonstrated complex problem solving skills and attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to professionally and respectfully manage stressful and antagonistic situations
Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines while achieving all administrative requirements
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimum supervision

Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, the internet, and any other related software
Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License
Upon a conditional offer of employment, a Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Search will be required
Applicants must also be prepared for online skill testing as part of the recruitment process.

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