Weed Inspector - Municipal Enforcement Officer I - Revised Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 54660)

Description

Join Community Standards (Complaints and Investigations) to enhance Edmonton's livability by ensuring community standards are maintained. This dynamic role involves inspecting and enforcing municipal bylaws and provincial legislation. Act as a public ambassador and change agent, solving problems independently and coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams to address community concerns with a respectful, inclusive, and service-minded approach.

What will you do?

• Conduct proactive and community-initiated investigations to enforce the Weed Control Act. Perform inspections on private and public property to ensure compliance regarding safety, mobility, and regulated weed enforcement
• Maintain highly detailed and accurate records of all investigations, including officer notes and evidentiary photographs
• Use autonomous judgment and officer discretion to vary enforcement approaches based on the specific needs of a situation
• Organize and prioritize daily case files to ensure timely follow-ups and forward momentum on all investigations
• Provide education to community partners regarding bylaws, legislation, and enforcement policies
• Attend court proceedings to provide professional evidence in support of investigations

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized 2 year Diploma in Police Studies, Security, Criminology, or a related field
• Minimum of one year of strong customer service experience, including some experience in law enforcement or bylaw enforcement

Assets:

• Experience or specific training in the identification of plants and weeds

Skills required for Success:

• Considerable knowledge of investigative techniques, enforcement powers, rules of evidence, and court processes
• Knowledge of plants and weed species
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and specialized databases such as CAD, SLIM, or Pictometry
• Excellent conflict resolution skills and the ability to use good judgment in difficult situations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for report writing, letter composition, and presentations to community groups
• Ability to objectively investigate, collect evidence, and analyze information to make sound decisions
• Effective workload management to prioritize high volumes of work while maintaining quality and safety standards
• Ability to pass internal training program which includes Officer Safety tactics
• A commitment to understanding how bias, racism, and discrimination can influence behavior and enforcement decisions
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid current Intermediate First Aid, CPR, and AED certificate
• Requirement to wear necessary protective equipment, including safety footwear, head protection, and gloves as required
• Hire is dependent upon a Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton and is a requirement of this position, there may be a cost associated with this requirement
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license (or provincial equivalent)
• Use of personal vehicle is required. Must obtain business auto insurance for personal vehicle use on City business

Work Environment:

• Able to work under various weather conditions and in a safe manner
• The role involves exposure to confrontational situations and interactions with aggressive members of the public
• Physical requirements include occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs and navigating various terrains
• You will be required to work various shifts - weekends and holidays included
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Up to 12 temporary full-time positions for up to 11 months

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Salary: $28.647 - $35.922 (Hourly)

Recruitment Consultant: JP/JR

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Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

Classification Title: Municipal Enforcement Off I-8h
Posting Date: May 15, 2026
Closing Date: May 29, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 12 - Temporary Full-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: Community Services
Work Location(s): Versa Building, Suite 200, 9304 - 41 Ave Edmonton T6E 6G8

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