Bylaw Liaison Officer 2 - Richmond, Canada - City of Richmond BC

City of Richmond BC

Verified Company

Richmond, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Bylaw Liaison Officer 2:

The City of Richmond is committed to be the most appealing, livable, well-managed community in Canada, a goal that is only made possible by developing our most valuable asset - _our people_.

This is a great opportunity to join our team and shape our community. The City of Richmond offers competitive pay programs, comprehensive benefits and attractive incentives.

If you are looking to make a difference, and to share our vision "to be the most appealing, livable, and well-managed community in Canada", then please apply.

Overview:

Examples of key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Weekly outreach with RCMP Vulnerable Person Unit (VPU), Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction (MSDPR), Richmond Fire and Rescue (RFR) and daily maintenance/monitoring of homeless camps.
Conduct inspections of existing homeless encampments to ensure they are well kept and orderly.
Support in the coordinate a cross departmental and agency response to new and abandoned encampments.
Build trust and rapport with clients while respecting their privacy and autonomy.
Educates, informs, advocates and supports clients to access income (Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction, Income Assistance, and Persons with Disability).
Creates, builds and fosters partnerships with appropriate community supports including government, shelters, mental health services etc.
Coordinate and train staff, as appropriate, to support program goals within the City of Richmond's current framework.
Conduct patrols of parks to identify new or abandoned encampments.
Provide statistical documentation and distribution of current files with a weekly summary.
Inspect, observe and gather evidence in order to initiate appropriate progressive enforcement of related bylaws and regulations.
Prepare, maintain and organize bylaw enforcement inspection reports and records for all completed inspections sufficient to the requirements of the department.
Participate in legal action proceedings including preparing legal documentation, and gathering and giving evidence in court.
Liaise with a variety of internal and external contacts such as other Municipal departments, the RCMP, Richmond Fire and Rescue, Vancouver Coastal Health, related Federal and Provincial Agencies and the local community in interpreting and explaining applicable City policies, bylaws and initiatives.
Make recommendations for bylaw amendments.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Considerable knowledge of relevant sections of the bylaws and regulations related to municipal operations such as zoning, unsightly premises, nuisance and other related bylaws, provincial statues, court procedures, and rules of evidence;.
Demonstrated ability to act with professionalism and diplomacy and to maintain confidentiality.
Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, time management, and organizational skills.
Strong analytical, problem solving and decisions making skills.
Ability to work with challenging individuals, diverse population with various ages and possess strong conflict resolution skills.
Compose reports, letters, educational materials, bylaw amendments and legal documents.
Ability to communicate effectively, diffuse hostility, determine personal/public risk and take appropriate action, when required.
Ability to manage a varied case load and multiple files simultaneously.
Knowledge of BC Housing services and resources. Liaising with other community programs as needed to provide support.
Effective time management and organizational skills.
Ability to successfully clear a Police Information Check.

Qualifications and Experience:

Two (2) years of combined experience working in recent front line work supporting individuals who are at risk of homelessness, poverty, and addiction
Valid First Aid Level 1 and CPR certifications.
A valid Class 5 Driver's Licence for the Province of British Columbia with a safe driving history.
A second language is considered an asset.
Must be willing to work a flex time schedule which will include weekend shifts.

Working Conditions:

The work is performed in an environment that involves conducting inspections without foreknowledge of potential hazards. Required to enter hazardous environments and areas while working in a safe manner. Some exposure to abusive or threatening behaviours. Inspections and investigations are usually done outside in various conditions. Required to operate a vehicle on a regular basis.

Additional Information:

Employee Group:
CUPE Local 718
Position Status:
Regular Full-Time
Duration of Appointment:
N/A
Salary Range:

- $ $45.27

Hours of Work:
8:15am 5:00pm on a compressed workweek schedule. Flexibility on working hours is required which will include weekend work (either Saturday or Sunday, on a compressed workweek schedule).
Application Posted:
4/10/2 External Clos