Applicants must have successfully completed Grade 12 and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a police environment, including 1 year of related supervisory experience. Attainment and maintenance of both the Canadian Firearms Safety and Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety courses along with a Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General Special Provincial Constable designation for document service are required.
This is a CUPE bargaining unit position based on a 35-hour work week, and subject to Article 1(d) - Probationary Period as set out in the Union Collective Agreement. The hourly wage is $40.62, increasing to $42.76 after 60 working days (Jan 2025 Rates). Hours of work will be between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 11:30 p.m., Sunday through Saturday, 7 hours per day. The wage level for this position is subject to confirmation under a union/management jointly negotiated job evaluation plan.
Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials.
To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter (.docx or PDF file format) to employment.opportunities@nanaimo.ca referencing the specific competition 25-126 by the application deadline. For detailed information on this position and for more information on our community, please visit our website at https://www.nanaimo.ca.
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.
Contact Information
Human Resources
City of Nanaimo
2nd Floor, 455 Wallace Street
Nanaimo, BC V9R 5J6







