Detective Senior Level II, Investigator

Government of Alberta; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 77,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive workplace culture

Job summary

Government of Alberta is seeking an Investigator to tackle complex consumer protection investigations. You will independently assess complaints, gather evidence, and recommend enforcement actions while collaborating with law enforcement and regulatory partners to ensure compliance.

Role requires a university degree in Criminology or related field, plus experience and a Peace Officer appointment. Location: Edmonton; permanent, full-time with a 36.25-hour week and CRC checks.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience conducting investigations.
• Ability to be appointed as a Peace Officer under the Peace Officer Act.
• Strong investigative, analytical, organizational, conflict resolution, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• The Investigator conducts increasingly complex investigations under consumer protection legislation and delegated Criminal Code provisions.
• Independently assesses complaints, gathers evidence, recommends enforcement actions, and supports regulatory proceedings.
• Collaborates with law enforcement partners and stakeholders to ensure compliance and accountability.
• Prepare statements, affidavits, warrants, and investigative reports.
• Provide information and guidance to consumers, businesses and internal stakeholders regarding rights and requirements.

Skills

Investigations

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Conflict resolution

Education

University degree in Criminology or related field

Job description

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Job Requisition ID: 87579

Ministry: Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: October 19, 2026

Classification: Program Services 3

Salary: $2, 935.39 to $3,850.29 bi-weekly ($76,613 - $100,492/year)

Are you passionate about protecting consumers and promoting a fair marketplace? Join our team as an Investigator, where you'll tackle complex investigations, collaborate with law enforcement partners, and help ensure businesses operate in compliance with consumer protection legislation. Your work will have a direct impact on safeguarding Albertans and strengthening public confidence in the marketplace.

Role Responsibilities

The Investigator conducts increasingly complex investigations under consumer protection legislation and delegated Criminal Code provisions. This role independently assesses complaints, gathers evidence, recommends enforcement actions, supports regulatory proceedings, and works collaboratively with stakeholders to ensure compliance and accountability.

Your key responsibilities include

• Conducting investigations into consumer complaints and legislative offences using established investigative techniques, evidence-gathering methods, and enforcement tools.
• Collecting and analyzing evidence, preparing statements, researching legislation, and obtaining search warrants or production orders when required.
• Recommending enforcement actions, including warnings, undertakings, administrative actions, prosecutions, and other compliance measures.
• Inspecting regulated businesses and reviewing financial and business records to assess compliance with legislative requirements.
• Preparing court and hearing documentation, affidavits, summonses, subpoenas, and investigative reports.
• Collaborating with law enforcement agencies, Crown Prosecutors, government partners, and industry stakeholders on investigations and enforcement activities.
• Supporting court proceedings and administrative hearings by acting as a witness and providing investigative expertise.
• Providing information and guidance to consumers, businesses, and internal stakeholders regarding rights, responsibilities, and legislative requirements.
• Contributing to training, knowledge sharing, policy discussions, and consumer awareness initiatives.
• Building partnerships with enforcement agencies and community organizations to support public education and coordinated enforcement efforts.

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

Systems Thinking: Understands how investigations impact consumers, businesses, legislation, and the broader marketplace, while identifying emerging issues and trends.

Creative Problem Solving: Applies analytical thinking and sound judgment to assess complex situations, identify risks, and recommend practical solutions.

Build Collaborative Environments: Develops productive relationships with consumers, businesses, law enforcement, legal partners, and stakeholders to support effective investigations and compliance activities.

Agility: Adapts quickly to changing priorities, evolving investigations, and emerging issues while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.

Drive for Results: Delivers thorough, timely, and evidence-based investigations while maintaining high standards of quality and accountability.

Develop Networks: Builds and leverages partnerships with enforcement agencies, community organizations, and industry stakeholders to enhance collaboration and consumer protection outcomes.

Develop Self and Others: Shares expertise, supports continuous learning, and contributes to the development of investigative knowledge and best practices within the team.

Qualifications

University degree in Criminology, Law enforcement, Investigations or a related field, in addition to:

• Two years of experience conducting investigations.
• Ability to be appointed as a Peace Officer under the Peace Officer Act.
• Strong investigative, analytical, organizational, conflict resolution, and communication skills.

Assets

• Experience conducting investigations in a regulatory, compliance, enforcement, or consumer protection environment.
• Prosecution experience or experience supporting legal proceedings.
• Knowledge of consumer protection legislation and investigative best practices.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation including the Criminal Code, Alberta Evidence Act, Charter of Rights and Freedoms, Provincial Offences Procedure Act, Competition Act, and Civil Enforcement Act.
• Experience collaborating with law enforcement agencies, Crown Prosecutors, and regulatory partners.
• Understanding of accounting principles and financial record analysis

One (1) full-time permanent position available. 36.25 hours of work per week

Location: Commerce Place Building, 10155-102 Street, Edmonton.

Final candidates will be required to undergo a criminal records check (CRC).

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and Information on what we have to offer

• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Adenike Adebayo-Coker at Adenike. [e-mail] .