Doping Control Officer Level 1

Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport / Centre canadien pour l’éthique dans le sport; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A national sports integrity organization is seeking a part-time Doping Control Officer (DCO) for various locations in Canada, including Whistler and Surrey. The role involves conducting doping tests, providing oversight during events, and ensuring compliance with anti-doping regulations. Ideal candidates have a relevant educational background, strong communication skills, and must be flexible with their schedule. Compensation includes an hourly rate of $18 plus expenses.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Willing and able to travel for duties.

Responsibilities

• Collect urine and blood samples during testing.
• Lead doping control missions as required.
• Provide training and evaluation to chaperones.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Ability to work under pressure

Professional conduct

Education

High school diploma or post-secondary education

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Please note: This role will remain open till January 23, 2026 or till a successful candidate is found, whichever comes first.

Sport Integrity Canada is seeking individuals to fill the vacancy of Doping Control Officer (DCO) – Level 1 on a part‑time casual employment basis in or near the cities of Whistler, Duncan, Surrey, Langley and proximity. DCO work is assignment‑based and dependent on organizational needs in a particular region.

Sport Integrity Canada is an independent, national, non‑for‑profit organization that works to protect and promote the integrity of sport in Canada. Through the administration of its programs, including the Canadian Anti‑Doping Program (CADP) and the Canadian Safe Sport Program (CSSP), we strive to ensure sport is safe, inclusive, fair, clean, and accessible for all Canadians.

The CADP protects athletes’ right to fair and ethical competition and helps ensure the integrity of amateur sport. Under the Supervisor, Sample Collection Personnel, a DCO is key in implementing the CADP, is the face of Sport Integrity Canada at sporting events and is the first point of contact for athletes going through doping control. This role is responsible for conducting urine and blood sample collection sessions which take place both in‑competition (events) and out‑of‑competition (training and home visits). DCOs are trained by Sport Integrity Canada in accordance with the World Anti‑Doping Agency (WADA) International Standard for Testing and Investigations.

Job Description

Doping Control Officer – LEVEL 1

Ideal candidates have completed post‑secondary education and/or have experience in physiotherapy, athletic therapy, physical education, law enforcement, healthcare and medical services, education or other similar fields. They are self‑starters, possess strong communication skills, are flexible to changing needs, are diligent in following technical procedures and are able to demonstrate effective leadership skills to ensure the goals of the Sport Integrity Canada are achieved.

Attributes and skills

• Follow directions and instructions;
• Ability to work in stressful situations and solve problems;
• Act in a respectful and professional manner;
• Effectively evaluate situations and exercise good judgment;
• Follow a defined set of protocols and procedures;
• Work in a high pressure, constantly changing environment;
• Work with athletes of all levels, including Olympic, Paralympic and professional athletes;
• Recruit volunteer doping control chaperones as needed;
• Maintain information in a discreet and confidential manner.

Purpose

• To collect and assist with urine and blood sample collection sessions for in‑competition and out‑of‑competition testing missions;
• To lead Level 1 doping control missions in accordance with the CADP as required;
• To provide leadership, training and evaluation to Chaperones as required.

Mandatory Requirements

• Have a computer with internet access and a cell phone;
• Possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle;
• Be willing and able to travel;
• Maintain certification through training mechanisms provided by Sport Integrity Canada;
• Adhere to the rules of the CADP;
• Successfully go through the steps of the CCES screening policy including a criminal records check;
• Be willing to witness passing of a urine sample by athletes of the same gender as the DCO.

Availability

DCOs must be available to complete up to five assignments per month but could be asked to complete up to 15 in peak periods. Assignment duration typically ranges between a few hours to a full workday. Hours of work are variable and will include early weekday mornings, evenings and weekends.

Additional Qualifications And Skills

• Education: High school diploma and/or post‑secondary education or equivalent combination of education and experience in a relevant position.
• Language Skills: Excellent English verbal and written communication skills are required and similar French language skills are preferred.
• Leadership Skills: Professional conduct, sound judgment, strong interpersonal skills, problem‑solving skills, flexibility to accept missions with little or no notice, ability to give/receive feedback.
• Project Skills: Organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy, ability to follow procedures, time management skills, ability to work in a team environment.
• Computer Skills: Reasonable ability to use email, the Internet, MS Word and Excel.

Preferred Attributes

• Sport knowledge/experience;
• Previous anti‑doping experience;
• Flexible schedule.

Compensation

Hourly rate ($18 an hour) plus expenses.

Location of residence

In or near the cites of Whistler, Duncan, Surrey, Langley.

Applications for this position should be submitted electronically on Bamboo HR by January 23, 2026. We thank all applicants for their interest but only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Artificial intelligence tools are not used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this role.

Throughout its recruitment process, Sport Integrity Canada is committed to Canada’s linguistic duality and diversity of its people. We welcome expressions of interest from all qualified applicants including Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, and all gender identities and sexual orientations. Upon request, accommodation will be provided during the hiring process.