ADMN O 21R - Ministry Investigator: Amended

Bc-Public-Service-Agency; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 74,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

British Columbia Public Service Careers seeks a Ministry Investigator to join the Criminal Investigation Unit. You will conduct criminal investigations as a Special Provincial Constable for the ministries listed, prepare prosecutions recommendations, and evaluate controls for improvement.

Required are post-secondary education in investigations, 3 years’ experience in criminal law and procedures, a valid BC driver’s licence, and SP Constable designation or ability to obtain.

Qualifications

• Post secondary education in criminal investigations or equivalent.
• Three years’ experience in criminal law and investigational techniques.
• Three years’ experience in complex court briefs, search warrants and/or production orders.
• Valid BC driver’s licence or equivalent.
• Special Provincial Constable designation or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Conduct criminal investigations on behalf of the Ministry of Social Development & Poverty Reduction and Ministry of Education and Child Care.
• Prepare detailed reports and recommend prosecutions to Crown Counsel.
• Evaluate loss prevention controls and suggest improvements to the Director Criminal Operations.
• Travel across the province, including remote areas, as required.

Skills

Criminal investigations

Legal knowledge

Report writing

Education

Post-secondary education in criminal investigations or related field

Job description

ADMN O 21R - Ministry Investigator: Amended - (126361)

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Posting Title

ADMN O 21R - Ministry Investigator: Amended

Position Classification

Administrative Officer R21

Union

GEU

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA
Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA
Chilliwack, BC V4Z 1A7 CA
Courtenay, BC V9N 8H5 CA
Duncan, BC V9L 6B1 CA
Hope, BC V0X 1L0 CA
Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA
Kelowna, BC V1Z 2S9 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
Nelson, BC V1L 6K1 CA
Penticton, BC V2A 8X1 CA
Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8Y9 CA
Powell River, BC V8A 5G7 CA
Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA
Prince Rupert, BC V8J 4M8 CA
Quesnel, BC V2J 6W6 CA
Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4S4 CA
Sechelt, BC V0N3A0 CA
Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA
Terrace, BC V8G 1W2 CA
Vernon, BC V1T 9V2 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA
Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA

Salary Range

$74,009.08 - $84,153.39 annually

Close Date

11/20/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Social Dev & Poverty Reduction

Ministry Branch / Division

PLMS/Criminal Investigation Unit

Job Summary

The Team
The Criminal Investigation Unit is a dedicated team that ensures the integrity of the Ministry’s programs through thorough criminal investigations. You’ll be working alongside Ministry Investigators and Senior Ministry Investigators, collaborating with administrative staff to protect and uphold the integrity of these vital services. Our team values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where everyone’s contributions are respected.
The Role
As a Ministry Investigator, you will act as a Special Provincial Constable, conducting criminal investigations on behalf of the Ministry of Social Development & Poverty Reduction and Ministry of Education and Child Care You may also conduct enquiries on behalf of the Ministry under the Cremation, Interment and Funeral Services Act. You’ll play a key role in determining enforcement actions and making recommendations for criminal prosecutions to Crown Counsel. In this role, you’ll also evaluate loss prevention controls, provide detailed reports, and offer recommendations for improvements to the Director Criminal Operations. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where your insights and expertise are valued.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Post secondary education whether it be a Degree, Diploma, Certificate, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training in conducting criminal investigations.
• Three (3) years’ experience and training in criminal law and investigational techniques.
• Three (3) years’ experience in completing complex court briefs, search warrants and/or production orders in criminal investigations.
• Must have a valid class 5 B.C. driver’s licence or equivalent.
• Must have or be able to attain and maintain the Special Provincial Constable designation.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience conducting criminal investigation in a financial crime setting.
• Experience conducting criminal investigations relating to fraud.
• Experience conducting criminal investigation relating to financial support programs.
• Must be willing to travel frequently.
• May be required to travel alone, in remote areas throughout the province, under a variety of road/weather conditions, often without cellular contact. Overnight absences and the use of own vehicle may be required, where a government vehicle is not available, to conduct investigations and/or gather evidence.
• May be required to operate a variety of equipment.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [e-mail].

Job Category

Compliance and Enforcement, Policy, Research and Economics