Do you understand dog behaviour, have excellent judgement, and enjoy working with the public? If so, we want you on our Protective Services team!

As the successful candidate as Dog Control Officer I - RELIEF, you will help educate the public and enforce the Responsible dog Ownership Bylaw in the Central Okanagan Region. This is a relief position that provides temporary coverage on an on-call as needed basis.

Reporting to the Chief Bylaw Enforcement Officer, you will:

1. Promote public safety and provide education regarding the bylaw and investigation process.
2. Investigate complaints, excluding major aggressive and/or dangerous dogs, covered under the RDCO Responsible Ownership Bylaw.
3. Follow the RDCO bylaw, policies and procedures.
4. Compose detailed, accurate and timely records subject to Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPA) legislation.
5. Represent RDCO in disputed Bylaw Notices in Adjudication hearings.
6. Testify in civil court proceedings.
7. Follow RDCO procedures in the safe impound, loading and transportation of dogs.
8. Respond to calls of injured dogs under guidance of Chief Bylaw Enforcement Officer.
9. Assist DCO II as requested.
10. Assist Pound Keeper as required including but not limited to:
    1. Laundry, kennel cleaning, attending to dog medical needs;
    2. Reception duties, i.e., customer service, dog license sales, processing payments, reconciliation of transactions.
11. Other duties as assigned.

To be successful in this role, you will have experience handling dogs, your Bylaw Enforcement & Investigative Skills 1 or equivalent, a valid BC Drivers Licence and your Dog First Aid Certificate. You enjoy working with dogs, have an excellent understanding of their behaviour and will use that knowledge to positively engage with them during handling. While working with the public, you will use sound judgment, be professional and maintain confidentiality. This position works independently and closely within a team to support public safety and provide a high level of customer service.

This is a relief position, meaning on call as needed with no set schedule. The available working hours for this position are Monday - Sunday on any of these shifts; 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, or 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm. This position pays an hourly rate of $32.45.

View the full job description and apply at rdco.com/jobs. This position will close on Monday, August 25th, 2025.

We thank all candidates for their interest - only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

We acknowledge our presence on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded tm̓xʷúlaʔxʷ (land) of the syilx / Okanagan people who have resided here since time immemorial. The RDCO recognizes, honours, and respects the syilx/ Okanagan lands upon which we live, work, and play.

The Regional District of Central Okanagan is made up of a dedicated team of people who care about the community we serve. We offer a competitive compensation package that includes benefits, Municipal Pension Plan and professional development. We are located in one of the most desirable places to live in BC, in the heart of the Okanagan Valley. The appeal of Okanagan Lake and the natural beauty of the surroundings continue to draw people to the valley. Our lifestyle is second to none especially for those who live to enjoy the outdoors.