Environmental Protection Officer

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Environmental and Infrastructure Compliance Manager, this position enforces designated environmental bylaws and investigates infractions; assists with the management of environmental projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspects and investigates residential, commercial, industrial and institutional properties to ensure compliance with environmental bylaws.
• Enforces environmental bylaws, including public education, investigation, issuing warnings, permits, order to remedy contraventions, tickets and working with solicitors on summary conviction offences.
• Assists with development and revision of environmental bylaws, policies and procedures.
• Plan, conduct, and document investigations of bylaw complaints and alleged violations in cooperation with other departments or agencies.
• Conducts environmental sampling for environmental protection projects and bylaw enforcement.
• Provide interpretation and/or recommendations based on field investigations, analytical results, and other data.
• Maintains records of all bylaw enforcement, investigations, and environmental sampling.
• Assists with contaminated site remediation through testing, site visits, site inspection and reporting.
• Assists with special projects related to the activities of the Division, such as promotional events, educational presentations, recycling activities.
• Responds to information requests from civic staff and the public relating to bylaw and environmental protection.
• Assists with the review of development plans to ensure principles of sustainable development.
• Assists with the preparation of brochures and other information measures designed to improve customer service.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements:

• Graduation from a recognized two-year, post-secondary environmental engineering technology program.
• Two years’ related experience.
• Certification or eligibility for certification, as an Applied Science Technologist with the Saskatchewan Applied Science Technologists and Technicians.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5A Driver’s Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
• A vehicle suitable for use in the performance of duties is required.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Knowledge of environmental issues relating to municipalities.
• Knowledge of regulatory enforcement procedures.
• Knowledge of environmental sampling procedures.
• Ability to maintain accurate and current records.
• Ability to present evidence in a Court of Law.
• Ability to deal effectively with public and co-workers.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Skill in the operation of a computer with Microsoft Office software.