Licensing Inspector - Student

Important Information

To be eligible for a summer student position with the City of Oshawa you must be currently enrolled in full-time studies at community college or university and returning to full-time studies in the fall. Documentation from the school must be provided by the end of June indicating your intention to return to school at the end of the summer break in the current year. If this documentation is not received, you will be disqualified from the student employment program and will not be considered for future student employment opportunities.

Student staff are an important component of the Municipal Law Enforcement and Licensing Services workforce and are key to the successful delivery of our services. Students must commit to a full term of employment up to and including September 4, 2026.

Student performance will be evaluated during the work term. Students employed in previous summers must reapply. Previous applicants or incumbents are not guaranteed an interview or employment from year to year. All returning students eligible for summer employment must apply to this posting to be considered.

Certain positions may require a satisfactory verification of a candidate’s Record of Criminal Offences as a condition of employment.

Applications will be reviewed and successful candidates are placed in a lottery. Those selected will proceed through the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Supervisor, Licensing Services, to be responsible for obtaining compliance with certain municipal by‑laws.
• To encourage owners of residential properties and businesses to construct and operate in the interest of public health and safety and consumer protection.
• The role is responsible for inspecting, referring, recommending and providing advice through the delivery of inspection services to the public pertaining to Business Licensing, Two Unit Registration and for examining, inspecting and approving pool enclosures.
• Performing all office functions as assigned, including telephone calls, data entry, handling inquiries and requests for assistance as well as filing, maintaining daily inspection logs and performing other general duties as assigned.
• Providing good, efficient customer service and education to the public.
• Maintaining good public relations in discussing and resolving work related matters.

Requirements

• Preference will be given to students who are currently enrolled in a recognized University/College program of study in law enforcement, planning, policing or public administration who may have previous work experience in a law enforcement capacity.
• Good reading, writing and oral skills, having the ability to read, interpret and apply by‑law regulations and follow general and technical instructions, both written and oral, which deal with standardized situations and complete daily relevant forms and records.
• Good interpersonal skills, tact and courtesy to deal with the public on matters that may be extremely sensitive or of a potentially controversial nature.
• Strong work ethic and working knowledge of and ability to apply relevant safety policies, standards and legislation (Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act), First Aid and WHIMIS training are assets.
• Possess and maintain in good standing, an Ontario Driver’s Licence (minimum Class “G”) and be able to pass the City Of Oshawa tests for safe motor vehicle operation.
• Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to undergo a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check.

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