Community Safety Officers
City of Nanaimo —Nanaimo, BC
- $42.34–$44.57 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
- Negotiation

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Community Safety Officers

City of Nanaimo
Nanaimo, BC

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Full-time

Skills

Class 5 Licence
Municipal bylaws
Complaint handling
High school diploma or GED
Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness
First Aid Certification
Patrolling
Negotiation

Full job description

In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including racialized and Indigenous persons, women, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities, ages and sexual orientations who bring value through their lived experiences.

We strive to provide an inclusive workplace and believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for all. If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please email [email protected] and we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.

Community Safety Officers

Department: Public Safety

Closing Date: Will remain open until filled

Competition Number: 26-23

Job Summary

The City of Nanaimo is seeking permanent full-time Community Safety Officers. Reporting to the Senior Community Safety Officer, the incumbent investigates complaints from the public, City departments, Council and other government agencies with respect to alleged infractions of the City’s regulatory bylaws and undertakes appropriate action to gain compliance by negotiation, Council or Court actions. This position focuses on providing municipal supports and responses to the community and vulnerable citizens on issues including public disorder, homelessness, addictions and mental health challenges. The Community Safety Officer will conduct highly visible day and nighttime patrols, including bike patrols, throughout the community with emphasis in the downtown area, involving extensive contact and liaison with the business community, first responders, public safety, service organizations and unsheltered citizens.

Duties and Responsibilities

Please see the job description PDF below.

Requirements

Applicants must have completed Grade 12 and Bylaw Compliance, Enforcement and Investigative Skills 1 and 2 from the Justice Institute of BC, as well as a minimum 2 years’ experience enforcing municipal bylaws, working in crisis response and homeless outreach or working directly with the vulnerable and unsheltered population in a municipal setting. A valid WorkSafe BC Intermediate First Aid certification is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Applicants must possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a CUPE bargaining unit position based on a 40-hour work week, and subject to Article 1(d) - Probationary Period as set out in the Union Collective Agreement. The hourly wage is $42.34, increasing to $44.57 after 60 working days (Jan 2025 Rates). The position follows a rotating schedule of four days on and three days off with 10‑hour shifts. The operation runs from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m., Sunday through Saturday. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials.

Comments

To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter (.docx or PDF file format) to [email protected] referencing the specific competition 26-23 by the application deadline.

The City of Nanaimo is an inclusive employer that values diversity and invites applications from all qualified individuals who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If shortlisted for the role and need an accommodation within the hiring process, we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.

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