STO-RE 21R - Natural Resource Officer - Coast Area

British Columbia Public Service Careers; Squamish; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Environment & Parks within the BC Public Service is seeking a Natural Resource Officer to join the Coast Area. This on-site role involves inspections, compliance testing, and investigations to ensure adherence to resource legislation, with duties spanning from evidence gathering to enforcement actions across diverse terrains.

You will operate in Campbell River, Chilliwack, Nanaimo, Squamish and other BC locations, supporting responsible resource use and environmental protection.

Qualifications

• Education/experience requirements for natural resource law enforcement; multiple acceptable paths.
• University/technical diploma in natural resource management or equivalent combinations accepted.
• Requires BC Class 5 license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Willingness to be designated as Special Provincial Constable per policy.
• Willingness to travel frequently and work non-standard hours, weekends.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather and terrain; operate off-road vehicles/boats with future certification.
• Must hold or obtain a Basic First Aid certificate.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, compliance testing, and investigations to enforce legislation and licences.
• Gather evidence for quasi-judicial or criminal proceedings and support enforcement actions.
• Engage with the public, Indigenous communities, and agencies to protect land, water, wildlife, and forests.

Education

Applied degree or diploma in natural resource law enforcement

University degree or technical diploma in natural resource management

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Valid BC Class 5 Driver's license

Willing to be designated as Special Provincial Constable

Willing to travel frequently

Willing to work weekends and non-standard shifts

Willing to work outdoors in all types of weather and challenging terrain

Willing to operate off-road vehicles and boats (certification to obtain)

Basic First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain immediately upon hire)

Job description

STO-RE 21R - Natural Resource Officer - Coast Area - (125439)

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Posting Title

STO-RE 21R - Natural Resource Officer - Coast Area

Position Classification

Union

GEU

Work Options

On-Site

Location

Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA
Chilliwack, BC V4Z 1A7 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
Squamish, BC V8B 0H3 CA

Salary Range

$74,009.08 - $84,153.39 annually

Close Date

10/9/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Min of Environment & Parks

Ministry Branch / Division

Natural Resource Officer Service / BC Compliance and Enforcement Agency

Job Summary

The Team:
As part of the BC Compliance and Enforcement Agency, the Natural Resource Officer Service delivers an integrated approach to natural resource compliance and enforcement across British Columbia. Officers and professional staff work in partnership with Indigenous communities, government agencies, industry, and the public to support responsible resource use and environmental protection. We are committed to professionalism, public service, and making informed decisions that make a direct impact on the stewardship and sustainable management of the province’s land, water, wildlife, and forests.

The Role:
The role of the Natural Resource Officer (NRO) involves conducting inspections, compliance testing, and investigations to ensure adherence to legislation, regulations, or licence conditions. This includes identifying non-compliance, imposing fines, or recommending further sanctions when necessary. The NRO also requires gathering evidence in preparation for quasi-judicial or criminal court proceedings. Your work will help to directly protect the land, water, forests, and cultural resources of British Columbia, ensuring the public's interest in the management of these diverse natural resources. This role offers a unique and varied work environment where no two days are alike, providing opportunities to engage in public education, compliance inspections, and enforcement actions across the province. For more information, check out the following link: Natural Resource Officer Service .

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• Applied degree or diploma in a program of natural resource law enforcement; OR,
• University degree or technical diploma in natural resource management; OR,
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Must have and maintain a valid BC Class 5 Driver's licence, or equivalent, or be immediately eligible to attain one.
• Must be willing and able to be designated as a Special Provincial Constable in accordance with Natural Resource Officer Service policies.
• Willing and able to travel frequently.
• Willing and able to work weekends and non-standard work shifts.
• Willing and able to work outdoors in all types of weather and challenging terrain.
• Willing and able to operate a variety of equipment, including, but not limited to, off-road vehicles and boats (do not have to have certification at this time, but be willing and able to get certification to operate).
• Required to hold a Basic First Aid certificate, or equivalent (or willing and able to obtain immediately upon hire).

For questions regarding this position, please contact [e-mail] .
About this Position:This competition is to establish an eligibility list to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in the following NROS Coast Area locations: Campbell River, Chilliwack, Nanaimo, Squamish.
This position has full time on-site and field-based requirements.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Enhanced Security Screening will be required.

For NRO opportunities in other Areas, check out the following (you must apply separately to each Area of interest):

Working for the BC Public Service:
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We are committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

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Job Category

Communications, Compliance and Enforcement, Natural Resource Sector, Policy, Research and Economics, Scientific and Technical