Career Opportunities in Municipal Law Enforcement
Becoming a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer is a challenging and rewarding career. Municipal Law Enforcement Officers are appointed by their municipal council under the provisions of the Police Services Act or other Provincial Statute to enforce local municipal by-laws or other provincial statutes. Serving their community, Municipal Law Enforcement Officers may enforce by-laws relating to:
- business and trade licensing
- zoning (land use)
- property standards
- noise abatement and control
- woodlot/forestry conservation
- building code enforcement
- fire protection
- lottery licensing
- parking and traffic
- animal control
- signs and advertising devices
- environmental protection
Salaries for full-time front line Muncipal Law Enforcement Officers generally range from $40,000-$90,000 a year and typically include a comprehensive benefits package and pension. Management positions within the field of municipal law enforcement typically range between $60,000 to $120,000 and also typically includes a comprehensive benefits package and pension. Salaries generally vary depending on the scope of responsibilities and the size of the municipality. To view current opportunities, please visit our current opportunities section.
ORGANIZATIONS may forward postings to mleo@mleoa.ca. The Association will consider all requests. Once approved, the Association will endeavour to post as soon as possible. There is no charge at this time for this service.