Municipal Law Enforcement Officer รข?" Mobile Safet
City of Thunder Bay
City Manager's OfficeThunder Bay, OntarioP7E6H8
Full Time
Licensing and Enforcement
1
$33.03-$40.47
0
n/a
7/28/2026
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In this role, you will participate in proactive patrols and targeted security and safety initiatives and have the following accountabilities:
Maintain a visible presence in the community, responding to alarms, complaints, and calls for service that do not warrant police intervention, in a timely and professional manner. Conduct proactive foot patrols, mobile security patrols, and stationary assignments of designated municipal facilities, properties, and assets, with intent to prevent and respond to any security and safety matters, with a focus on City Hall, transit terminals, onboard transit, arenas, parklands, community facilities, and other municipal assets as directed. Monitor city owned properties, facilities, and assets for trespassers, vandalism, by-law offences and safety hazards. Investigates suspicious personnel, vehicles and activity, removing and preventing unauthorized activity and persons. Issue By-law Notifications and/or Certificate of Offences for violations of municipal by-laws, and/or Trespass Cautions and Notices pursuant to the Trespass to Property Act. Provide safety and security support to staff and the general public while conducting patrols onboard city transit buses, and within transit terminals. Collaborate with Encampment and Social Services staff by patrolling and engaging with residents occupying encampments on parkland, the temporary shelter village, and at other municipal properties, connecting them with appropriate community support as needed. Exercise the power of arrest and detention when appropriate and required, with a focus on de-escalation and compliance, following prescribed policies, procedures, and the Criminal Code of Canada.
A competitive salary that reflects your expertise A matching pension plan to help you build long-term financial security Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage, plus life insurance for peace of mind Generous paid vacation and holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave days when you need more time off Access to a confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and wellness initiatives to support your overall health Leadership development and tuition reimbursement programs, so you can continue to grow your skills and career A culture of recognition and appreciation, with staff events and programs that celebrate your contributions
Diploma in law enforcement or police studies from a recognized community college or equivalent, together with one-year full-time experience as an MLEO, or one year full-time municipal parking enforcement experience, or one year full-time experience designated as a Provincial Offences Officer with experience in issuing Provincial Offences Act documents, or two years security work experience in an interactive environment; or Secondary school graduation, together with five years security work experience in an interactive environment; or Secondary school graduation with three years full-time experience as a Municipal Parking Enforcement Officer, Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, or Provincial Offenses Officer with experience in issuing Provincial Offences Act documents. Valid Ontario Security Officers Licence as described in the Private Security and Investigative Services Act, 2005, S.O. 2005, c. 3
http://www.thunderbay.ca/jobs-municipal-law-enforcement-officer
The City of Thunder Bay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. We are committed to a recruitment process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free.
If you need an accommodation during any part of the recruitment process, let us know — we will work with you to meet your needs.
For privacy and fairness, please do not include photos, ID cards, driver’s licences, or police record checks with your application. These documents will only be requested if you’re successful.
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