Lead Investigator, Consumer Protection & Enforcement

Avenue.io Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Government, Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction, Calgary, seeks a Senior Investigator to lead high-priority consumer protection investigations, applying advanced enforcement approaches and coordinating with regulatory and law-enforcement partners.

You will oversee complex files, gather and evaluate evidence, and guide teams through regulatory actions and proceedings. Strong analytical, communication and integrity skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• University degree in Criminology, Law enforcement, Investigations or a related field, in addition to: Four years of investigative experience in a regulatory environment or extensive investigative experience in a law enforcement environment.
• Extensive knowledge of consumer protection legislation, advanced investigative techniques and enforcement tools used in administrative and regulatory settings, or extensive investigation experience in a law enforcement environment.
• Knowledge of relevant provincial and federal legislation affecting consumer marketplace investigations.
• Ability to meet the requirements for appointment as a Peace Officer under the Peace Officer Act for the applicable enforcement authorities.

Responsibilities

• Conducting complex investigations by interviewing involved parties, examining records, taking statements, and gathering, securing and preserving evidence.
• Assessing investigative findings and recommending proportionate enforcement action, including warnings, undertakings, administrative proceedings, civil remedies or prosecution.
• Leading multi-investigator files by developing investigative plans, securing resources, assigning responsibilities and directing investigative activities.
• Preparing court, prosecution and administrative-hearing documentation, including briefs, draft charges, affidavits, summonses and subpoenas.
• Supporting legal and regulatory proceedings by serving documents, appearing as a witness, liaising with Crown prosecutors and assisting with case presentation.
• Inspecting financial and business records to identify compliance deficiencies and communicate findings to regulated organizations.
• Collaborating with police services, the RCMP, other governments and national or international enforcement partners on joint and cross-jurisdictional investigations.
• Advising investigators on investigative techniques, sharing subject-matter expertise and supporting the development of less-experienced staff.
• Contributing to legislative, policy and program discussions by identifying marketplace trends, enforcement concerns and potential legislative gaps.
• Promoting consumer awareness through presentations, community partnerships and approved media activities.

Skills

Analytical judgment

Communication

Conflict resolution

Organization

Professional integrity

Education

University degree in Criminology / Law enforcement / Investigations or related field

Job description

Alberta Government, Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction, Calgary, seeks a Senior Investigator to lead high-priority consumer protection investigations, applying advanced enforcement approaches and coordinating with regulatory and law-enforcement partners.

You will oversee complex files, gather and evaluate evidence, and guide teams through regulatory actions and proceedings. Strong analytical, communication and integrity skills are essential for success.