Applicants must have grade 12 and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a police environment, including 1 year of related supervisory experience. Attainment and maintenance of the following is required:
- Canadian Firearms Safety and Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety courses
- Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General Special Provincial Constable designation for document service.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain Enhanced Reliability Status as a condition of employment, in accordance with the Government of Canada’s Directive on Security Screening. Applicants must provide a complete and verifiable five (5) year history, including residences, employment, education, and other activities, with no unexplained gaps. Periods of six (6) consecutive months or more spent outside Canada must be disclosed and may require additional verification. Screening may include identity verification, criminal record checks, reference checks, credit check, and other background inquiries relevant to the position.
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 $42.25, increasing to $44.47 after 60 working days (Jan 2026 Rates). Hours of work 6:00 am to 11:30 pm, 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.
Human Resources
City of Nanaimo
2nd Floor, 455 Wallace Street
Nanaimo, BC V9R 5J6
Phone: (250) 755-4406
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 you are shortlisted for the role and need an accommodation within the hiring process, we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.
