Employment - Property Maintenance Enforcement Officer - Planning & Development

Property Maintenance Enforcement Officer - Planning & Development

Cape Breton Regional Municipality

Full-Time

Weekdays

Description

JOB SCOPE:

Reporting to the Manager of Building Inspection and By-law Services, this role is responsible for the administration and enforcement of the minimum standards by-laws and other by-laws, standards and legislation governing property maintenance.

 BARGAINING UNIT:      IAFF Local 2779

 SALARY:                            $54,016

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Must include copies of the items listed below)

  • Grade 12 or GED equivalent.
  • Graduate from a program of contemporary law enforcement, in private policing, corrections, or conservation, etc.
  • An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.
  • Must maintain an appointment as a Special Constable under the Nova Scotia Minister of Justice Office of the Attorney General, for the enforcement of the Provincial and Municipal Acts and Regulations as well as other legislation, by-laws and standards dealing with existing buildings and properties delegated for enforcement.
  • Valid Driver’s License and class (Nova Scotia Class 5 or equivalent)
  • Knowledge of municipal legislation and by- laws is an asset.     Criminal Records Check verification is required as a condition of employment. Vulnerable sector check may also be required for those working with vulnerable populations.
  • Medical assessments including but not limited to physical, vision, and hearing tests may be required. The assessments must show the capacity of performing tasks of the classification. This will take place at a later date. 

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Friday, August 22nd, 2025, 4:00 P.M.

Applications quoting Competition Reference #25.43-E should be submitted via any one of the following:

In-person or drop-box:

Human Resources Department, Cape Breton Regional Municipality, 320 Esplanade, Suite 303, Sydney, Nova Scotia B1P7B9

Fax: 902-563-5582 or E-mail: jobapplications@cbrm.ns.ca 

Although we thank all applicants for their submissions, we will respond only to those we wish to interview.

How To Apply

Cape Breton Regional Municipality will be accepting applications for this position via email. Please follow the instructions below carefully. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

Applications quoting Competition Reference #25.43-E should be submitted via any one of the following:

In-person or drop-box:

Human Resources Department, Cape Breton Regional Municipality, 320 Esplanade, Suite 303, Sydney, Nova Scotia B1P7B9

Fax: 902-563-5582 or E-mail: jobapplications@cbrm.ns.ca 

Although we thank all applicants for their submissions, we will respond only to those we wish to interview.

Email Address: jobapplications@cbrm.ns.ca Apply here

Intended Audience

This employment opportunity is open for: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents who are able to work for any employer in Canada (student permit, open work permit holders), unless specific eligibility criteria are noted in the above job posting.

Location Information
Community
Sydney
County
Cape Breton Regional Municipality
Province
Nova Scotia
Country
Canada
Opportunity Information
Employer
Cape Breton Regional Municipality
NOC Code
—
Experience Required
Yes
Available Openings
1
Pay Type
Salary
Pay Period
To be Determined
Remuneration Per Pay Period
$54016.00
Estimated Weekly Hours
—
Start Date
—
End Date
—
Language
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Posted on
July 31st 2025
Expires
August 22nd 2025