Band 2 - Investigative Analyst

Government of British Columbia; Victoria; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency in Canada is seeking an Investigative Analyst to ensure thorough investigations and provide analytical support to Professional Standards Investigators. This role requires effective communication and a solid understanding of police operations. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. The position offers financial assistance for relocation if necessary and is a permanent full-time opportunity based in Victoria, BC.

Benefits

Financial relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Proven ability to conduct thorough and impartial investigations.
• Making principled decisions under complex issues.
• Familiarity with the police complaint process.

Responsibilities

• Ensure thoroughness of investigations by Professional Standards Investigators.
• Provide analytical advice to Investigators.
• Engage in decision-making regarding substantive issues under the Police Act.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Analytical review

Understanding of police operations

Knowledge of relevant legislation

Job description

Overview

Investigative Analyst – Band 2

Salary range: $76, 500.09 - $108, 100.23
Regular Full-Time
Victoria, BC

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Team Leader, the Investigative Analyst is responsible for ensuring investigations conducted by Professional Standards Investigators are thorough, professional and impartial; this will include providing advice to Investigators and engaging in the analytical review of the investigative materials and Discipline Authority decisions. The Analyst offers advice to executive management and engages in principled decision-making with respect to substantive issues pursuant to the Police Act process. Analysts are assigned matters involving a broad range of complex issues which require the application of relevant legislation, an understanding of police operations, and a thorough understanding of the police complaint process. Analysts possess effective communication skills both in writing and in verbal briefings.

This posting is for two (2) or more permanent full-time positions. An eligibility list for future temporary or permanent opportunities may be established. Temporary positions may become full or part-time, permanent status. This position is excluded from union membership. Travel may be required as part of job duties. The OPCC has offices in Victoria and Vancouver, and successful candidates will be required to attend the workplace on a regular basis.

Relocation and Perks

Financial assistance may be offered as part of the total compensation package for successful candidate(s) that must relocate to Victoria/Vancouver. Relocation allowances will be in accordance with the information here.

Application Process

TO APPLY:

DO NOT submit your application for this position through the BC Government Hiring Centre website. Applications submitted through the BC Government Hiring Centre will not be considered.

To apply for this position, please review the application instructions and requirements listed on the careers section of our website: https://opcc.bc.ca/about-us/careers/

Applicants who identify as Indigenous may choose to seek assistance with their application by accessing the Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service available through the BC Public Service.

NOTE: To apply for this position, you must be eligible to work in Canada. You must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or authorized in writing to work in Canada under the federal Immigration Act. For further information, please refer to the BC Public Service website.

If you have questions related to the application process, please contact the HR team at [e-mail], quoting the competition number 121514 in the subject line.

By submitting your application, you confirm that you have worked on it independently and you have not used AI technology or paraphrasing technology to prepare it.

Competition Req #: 121514

Closing Date: 12:00 pm (noon) PT, November 17, 2025

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