STO-RE R - Natural Resource Officer Detective - Coast Area – Closing date extended

STO-RE 24R
- Natural Resource Officer Detective
- Coast Area – Closing date extended - (125274)

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Posting Title

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
• Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA

Salary Range

$80,703.86 - $91,936.08 annually

Close Date

9/11/2026

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: As a Natural Resource Officer Detective, you will lead high-impact investigations into complex natural resource and environmental offences that can have significant consequences for public safety, ecosystems, and regulatory compliance. This role combines investigative leadership, strategic decision-making, and advanced evidence-gathering to support enforcement actions that stand up to legal scrutiny. Working alongside law enforcement partners, legal counsel, and regulatory experts, you will drive complex files from initial assessment through to court proceedings and administrative hearings.

This position provides the opportunity to lead some of the province's most complex compliance and enforcement investigations while contributing to the effective and accountable enforcement of natural resource legislation. For more information, check out the following link:
Natural Resource Officer Service .

Qualifications: Education and Experience Requirements:

• Degree, diploma or certification in a related discipline such as administrative law, investigation and enforcement, resource management, or criminology. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience leading complex investigations that resulted in an Administrative or Judicial Hearing (ie. Report to Crown Counsel).
• Demonstrated experience gathering and analyzing documents, storing and preserving evidence obtained in a manner acceptable to criminal court proceedings.
• Experience maintaining positive relationships with internal/external partners, stakeholders, and other agencies fundamental to your and the program’s success.
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence, or equivalent.
• Will be required to work evenings and weekends.
• Must be willing to travel and be deployed around the province.

For questions regarding this position, please contact  .

About this Position: Amendment August 28, 2026:
Posting closing date extended to September 11, 2026. 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, Victoria. 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 Detective opportunities in other Areas, check out the following (you must apply separately to each Area of interest):

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