Animal Cruelty Investigator BC SPCA
Investigate animal cruelty complaints with the BC SPCA across Nanaimo, Lantzville, Nanoose, and Ladysmith, using compassionate enforcement and animal-handling expertise.
As an Animal Protection Officer, you will investigate complaints, protect animal welfare, and enforce relevant federal, provincial, and municipal laws. The roaming position covers the Mid-Island Region and requires provincial travel for half the year. You will respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, document actions, and work with agencies and the public. The permanent, full-time schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Key Responsibilities:- Investigate animal cruelty complaints promptly, objectively, effectively, and diplomatically
- Enforce animal welfare laws and protect public safety
- Inspect establishments where animals are kept for sale, hire, or entertainment
- Gather evidence and prepare legal and statistical reports
- Take custody of abandoned, stray, or ownerless animals
- High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education preferred
- Nine required Justice Institute of BC courses or equivalent
- Special Provincial Constable status or ability to become appointed
- Animal handling knowledge and genuine compassion for animals
- Valid British Columbia Class N or 5 driver's license
Bring investigative judgment, animal welfare knowledge, and compassionate enforcement skills to the BC SPCA Animal Protection Officer position.
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