Bylaw Officer/Protective Services Technician - Jobs in Burns Lake, BC

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Village of Burns LakeBylaw Officer/Protective Services TechnicianLooking for a change Want to fast-track your career Live in a place where your income goes further Own a home There is no better place than north-central BC to carve your career path!Burns Lake is located between Prince George and Smithers in an area known as the Lakes District. The area has over 5,000 km of shoreline, from small lakes to some of BC’s largest. Burns Lake is a haven for anglers, boaters and kayakers. One of our star attractions is the 160-acre Kager Lake Recreation site, 10 minutes from downtown, it boasts some of the best mountain biking around, and in the winter, fat- bikers, snowshoers and hikers use the well-maintained trail system. For those whose interests are in the arts, we have the Lakes Artisan Centre, the Lakes District Arts Council, and we are home to Canada’s second community-owned movie theatre. Spring, summer, fall and winter, there is always something to do in our community.Take a look at our YouTube Channel ‘Burns Lake and the Lakes District’ to give you a feel for the place that 8,000 people in the Lakes District call home. You can become a homeowner for less than $300,000, get to know your neighbours and say goodbye to the daily commute.Reporting to the Director of Protective Services - What you will be doing …

• Bylaw Officer (18 hours per week):
  • Assist in the development, application, and amendments to municipal bylaws.
  • Provide public education on all municipal bylaws.
  • Investigate and enforce all Village of Burns Lake Bylaws including by not limited to animal control, building, business licence, fireworks, signs, zoning, water and sewer, wood burning, unsightly premises, traffic, noise, etc.
  • Liaise with other municipal departments, the RCMP and community partners to resolve issues collaboratively.
  • Completion of documentation relative to bylaw investigation, enforcement activities, and report to Council as required.
  • Maintain the bylaw complaints tracking system.
  • Preparation of required reports and documents in the event of a dispute.
  • Issue enforcement actions, including tickets and ‘notice to comply’.

• Protective Services Technician (11 hours per week):
  • Responds to fire and emergencies while on and off duty as required.
  • Assist in developing and implementing training drills and fire practice activities.
  • Assist with Fire Prevention activities, including fire hall visits and school tours.
  • Assist with the maintenance, repair, and replacement of firefighting equipment, fire hall and other properties of the department

• Emergency Program Coordinator (7 hours per week)
  • Update and maintain the Village’s Emergency Plan including the Hazard Risk and Vulnerability Matrix, and the Evacuation plan.
  • Act as the Emergency Operations Centre Director for any emergency in the municipality.
  • Ensure village staff are trained to fill their roles within the EOC.
  • Serve as a member of the Emergency Executive Committee and chair the Emergency Planning Committee.
  • Liaise with the RDBN on emergencies and incidents which impact both jurisdictions.

Skills you need to succeed:

• Interpersonal, oral communications and writing skills
• Analytical and judgement skills that enhance good conflict resolution skills
• Time management skills
• Computer/technology skills and efficiencies
• Ability to adapt readily to rapidly changing demands and circumstances
• Act decisively and with sound judgement in situations where people’s lives and property are at risk in an emergency

Village of Burns Lake is offering:

• Four weeks paid vacation
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Excellent benefits package
• Career development and training through paid professional development offerings
• A salary that reflects your experience
• A fun and positive work environment

To apply please email your cover letter and resume to village@burnslake.caSubject line: Bylaw Officer/Protective Services Technician Please include two references, one work-related and one personal A detailed job description can be found at www.burnslake.ca/newsClosing date 4:00 PM October 31st, 2022We express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position. We will only contact those candidates selected for an interview.Education : Other trades certificate or diplomaExperience : Experience an assetQuick Apply

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