Employment Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in a career with the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula.  We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff skilled at working in an inclusive and respectful manner with one another and the public. Our innovative team drive greater engagement, enhanced creativity and productivity, and exceptional public services and programs.

We are looking to attract, hire, and retain the best candidates to meet our organizational objectives while maintaining the high standards of service expected by our community.

We offer our employees:

  • Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages
  • Opportunities for career development and professional advancement
  • A safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace 
  • Meaningful and interesting jobs

 To support this goal, our hiring philosophy is based on these three key principles:

  • Our hiring process is transparent, open, and equitable for all candidates
  • We value candidates who reflect the diversity of our community
  • We support the integrity of our hiring process with policies related to the hiring of relatives, employment, and health and safety regulations

Current Openings

The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula currently has the following employment opportunities available.

Seasonal Union Position (OPSEU Local 266)


The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula is seeking a friendly and energetic Harbour Assistant to join our Parks and Facilities team in Tobermory. This seasonal position helps ensure the harbour remains safe, clean, and welcoming for residents and visitors.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist boaters with docking and fuel services;
  • Provide excellent customer service to visitors and guests;
  • Clean and maintain docks, washrooms, grounds, and facilities;
  • Operate booking and point-of-sale systems;
  • Perform inspections, maintain records, and report issues;
  • Assist with municipal maintenance and emergency response as required.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent;
  • Strong customer service and communication skills;
  • Ability to work independently and outdoors in varying weather conditions;
  • Basic computer skills;
  • Valid Class G driver's licence;
  • First Aid/CPR certification, or willingness to obtain.

Hours: 40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends
Season: Approximately April to October
Wage: Starting at $25.67 per hour (2026)

Please see the Harbour Assistant job description for full details.

To apply, use our online employment application form!

Applications will be accepted until June 24, 2026 at 12pm.

Do you enjoy working outdoors, interacting with the public, and helping keep communities safe and welcoming? The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula is seeking a Seasonal By-Law Enforcement / Animal Control Officer to  join our team. This position serves as the primary point of contact for by-law enforcement
and animal control matters throughout the Municipality.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Enforce municipal by-laws and parking regulations;
  • Respond to public inquiries and complaints;
  • Prepare warning and compliance notices and issue Provincial Offence Notices;
  • Patrol municipal areas and support court proceedings when required;
  • Investigate animal control matters and assist with stray animals;
  • Promote compliance through education and professional customer service.

Qualifications:

  • Secondary school diploma;
  • Strong communication and organizational skills;
  • Computer proficiency and customer service experience;
  • Valid driver's licence with a clear abstract;
  • Clear criminal record check;
  • Post-secondary education in law enforcement, police foundations, or a related field is considered an
    asset.

Flexible hours up to up to 40 hours per week including evenings, weekends, and on-call duties. Municipal vehicle and uniforms provided.

Wage: $29.66 - $34.09/hour

Please see the Seasonal By-Law Enforcement/Animal Control Officer job description for full details.

To apply, use our online employment application form!

Applications will be accepted until July 2, 2026 at 12pm.

We are now accepting applications for volunteer firefighters! If you're passionate about firefighting and helping your community, we invite you to apply.

If you are interested in submitting an application, fill out an application form.

 

Submitting an online application

Only one application submission is allowed per posting. Once an application is submitted, you cannot amend it. Please ensure you have all required documents and information before submitting your application. 

  1. Visit this Employment Opportunities page. 
  2. To view a summary description of any current employment opportunity, click on the job title. 
  3. For a more information on the position, click on the attached PDF.
  4. To apply for an employment opportunity, click on the 'Apply Now' button below. 
  5. Under the 'Requested Documents' section, you will be asked to upload your resume, cover letter and any other documentation specified for that particular posting. 
  6. Once you have uploaded all the required documents and answered the mandatory questions, click on the 'Submit' button at the bottom of the page to submit your online application.

Apply Now!

Note: Personal information contained in applications will be used for recruitment purposes and collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, (MFIPPA), R.S.O. 1990, c. M.56. The Corporation of the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Contact Us

Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula
56 Lindsay Road 5
Lion’s Head ON N0H 1W0
1-833-793-3537
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