Nova Scotia environmental investigator leading complex regulatory and public-health investigations. Gathering evidence, supporting prosecutions, and advancing intelligence-led enforcement across the province.
Responsibilities
Lead and conduct complex inspections, investigations, and enforcement activities related to environmental and public health legislation across Nova Scotia
Gather, analyze, and assess evidence; interview witnesses and alleged offenders; conduct complex investigations and lay charges in Provincial Court
Manage complex case files and legal proceedings, including preparing disclosure packages, executing warrants, serving court documents, supporting prosecutions, and providing court testimony
Use drone technology and other investigative tools for evidence collection, site assessments, aerial inspections, and environmental monitoring
Collaborate with internal partners, legal counsel, municipal police services, the RCMP, federal agencies, and other regulatory bodies
Support development and delivery of compliance and enforcement training programs
Contribute operational expertise and recommendations to legislation, policies, procedures, and enforcement practices
Lead collection, analysis, and dissemination of operational and strategic intelligence to identify emerging compliance risks and support provincial enforcement priorities
Requirements
High School completion plus completion of related trade or technical training in the area of speciality, plus 8 years of related experience after course completion; equivalent training and experience may be acceptable
Significant experience conducting investigations, inspections, regulatory enforcement activities, or other complex investigation-related work
Strong knowledge of investigative processes, evidence collection, interview techniques, case management principles, search warrants, and court procedures
Ability to interpret and apply legislation, regulations, and policies while exercising sound judgment and discretion
Experience preparing investigation reports, enforcement documentation, disclosure packages, and other legal or regulatory documents
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills for collaboration with regulatory agencies, law enforcement partners, legal representatives, industry stakeholders, and the public
Experience delivering training, coaching, or mentoring is an asset
Knowledge of intelligence-led enforcement, strategic intelligence development, or risk-based compliance approaches is an asset
Experience operating drones and/or valid Transport Canada RPAS certification is an asset
Environmental regulatory experience is an asset
Must be eligible for appointment as a Special Constable under the Police Act
Valid driver's license required
Satisfactory background checks and credential confirmation required
Ability to work 35 hours per week and occasional overtime
Benefits
Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life Insurance
General illness coverage
Short and Long Term Disability
Vacation
Employee and Family Assistance Programs
Career development with career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training
Forward-thinking workplace policies and strategies
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