ADMN O 18R - Investigator
About the role
Posting Title
ADMN O 18R - Investigator
Position Classification
Administrative Officer R18
Union
GEU
Work Options
Hybrid
Location
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)
Salary Range
$64,123.59 - $72,674.35 annually
Close Date
10/2/2025
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Public Guardian and Trustee
Ministry Branch / Division
Public Guardian and Trustee
Job Summary
The Team
The Public Guardian and Trustee of British Columbia is a corporation sole, created under the Public Guardian and Trustee Act which operates independently under provincial legislation to protect the legal and financial interests of minors; manage the legal, financial, health and personal care interests of adults under mental disability; and administer the estates of deceased and missing persons.
The Role
The Investigator is responsible for securing the assets of the Public Guardian and Trustee Clients. Some key duties include; protecting clients' financial, legal and personal interests by investigating, assessing and securing client’s premises, assets, and effects in communities throughout the Province. Appraising and making recommendations with respect to the storage and disposition of client assets and effects in a manner that respects the wishes of the client and family and maximizes the return for the client
Qualifications:
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Education and training in investigative report writing, search and investigative procedures and law.
-
Three (3) years of *related investigative experience in the last 10 years; OR
-
An equivalent combination of education and investigative experience, within the last 10 years, may be considered (i.e. experience that includes investigative report writing, search and investigative procedures and law).
-
Must maintain a valid BC Driver’s License, with a satisfactory driving abstract.
-
Related experience must include:
-
Experience where the focus of the work is investigation, such as child welfare investigator, corrections, police work, coroner, private investigator, security officer, child welfare social work.
-
Experience with computer systems and office software.
-
Experience with conflict resolution.
-
Experience with report writing.
-
Experience supervising or directing the work of others, such as contractors.
PROVISO/WILLINGNESS STATEMENTS:
-
Must maintain a valid BC Driver’s License, with a satisfactory driving abstract.
-
Must have a Restricted and Non-Restricted Possession-Acquisition License (or obtain one within six months of acceptance of position as Field Services Investigator).
-
Must have a vehicle licensed for work related activities.
-
Must be able to travel for work purposes throughout the Province. Transportation arrangements must meet operational requirements of the Provincial government and Public Guardian and Trustee.
-
Travel is a requirement with use of own vehicle on expenses.
-
Must be able to travel for work purposes throughout the assigned Region on a daily basis and at times, periodically within the Province, using your personal vehicle and submitting expenses.
-
Sometimes requires flexibility in working hours.
-
Must be able to work with personal protective equipment in conditions that may be outdoors, dirty, messy, have infestations of insects or pests, contain strong smells, and are unpleasant.
-
Frequent lifting of heavy items (up to 40lbs or more).
-
Confined spaces (crawl spaces, attics, etc).
For questions regarding this position, please contact RMagnusson@trustee.bc.ca.
About this Position:
This position is based in Victoria.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 5 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
Lesser qualified applicants or applicants with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Enhanced Security Screening (ESS) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.
The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.
Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.
Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.
Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.
Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.
Job Category
Compliance and Enforcement
About BC Public Service
The BC Public Service has about 35,000 public servants working in 200 different types of jobs across 280 communities. We provide services, programs and policy expertise in areas like health care, public safety, education, and environmental management.
The BC Public Service is as diverse as the people it serves. The people who work here represent everyone in B.C. This includes minority communities, immigrants, persons with disabilities, Indigenous people, and the LGBTQ2+ community.
We offer work-life balance, great wages and full benefits. There are jobs for public servants in many locations across the province. Choose the city vibe or small town. Strike the work-life balance that you want by taking advantage of flexible work schedules.
ADMN O 18R - Investigator
About the role
Posting Title
ADMN O 18R - Investigator
Position Classification
Administrative Officer R18
Union
GEU
Work Options
Hybrid
Location
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)
Salary Range
$64,123.59 - $72,674.35 annually
Close Date
10/2/2025
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Public Guardian and Trustee
Ministry Branch / Division
Public Guardian and Trustee
Job Summary
The Team
The Public Guardian and Trustee of British Columbia is a corporation sole, created under the Public Guardian and Trustee Act which operates independently under provincial legislation to protect the legal and financial interests of minors; manage the legal, financial, health and personal care interests of adults under mental disability; and administer the estates of deceased and missing persons.
The Role
The Investigator is responsible for securing the assets of the Public Guardian and Trustee Clients. Some key duties include; protecting clients' financial, legal and personal interests by investigating, assessing and securing client’s premises, assets, and effects in communities throughout the Province. Appraising and making recommendations with respect to the storage and disposition of client assets and effects in a manner that respects the wishes of the client and family and maximizes the return for the client
Qualifications:
-
Education and training in investigative report writing, search and investigative procedures and law.
-
Three (3) years of *related investigative experience in the last 10 years; OR
-
An equivalent combination of education and investigative experience, within the last 10 years, may be considered (i.e. experience that includes investigative report writing, search and investigative procedures and law).
-
Must maintain a valid BC Driver’s License, with a satisfactory driving abstract.
-
Related experience must include:
-
Experience where the focus of the work is investigation, such as child welfare investigator, corrections, police work, coroner, private investigator, security officer, child welfare social work.
-
Experience with computer systems and office software.
-
Experience with conflict resolution.
-
Experience with report writing.
-
Experience supervising or directing the work of others, such as contractors.
PROVISO/WILLINGNESS STATEMENTS:
-
Must maintain a valid BC Driver’s License, with a satisfactory driving abstract.
-
Must have a Restricted and Non-Restricted Possession-Acquisition License (or obtain one within six months of acceptance of position as Field Services Investigator).
-
Must have a vehicle licensed for work related activities.
-
Must be able to travel for work purposes throughout the Province. Transportation arrangements must meet operational requirements of the Provincial government and Public Guardian and Trustee.
-
Travel is a requirement with use of own vehicle on expenses.
-
Must be able to travel for work purposes throughout the assigned Region on a daily basis and at times, periodically within the Province, using your personal vehicle and submitting expenses.
-
Sometimes requires flexibility in working hours.
-
Must be able to work with personal protective equipment in conditions that may be outdoors, dirty, messy, have infestations of insects or pests, contain strong smells, and are unpleasant.
-
Frequent lifting of heavy items (up to 40lbs or more).
-
Confined spaces (crawl spaces, attics, etc).
For questions regarding this position, please contact RMagnusson@trustee.bc.ca.
About this Position:
This position is based in Victoria.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 5 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
Lesser qualified applicants or applicants with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Enhanced Security Screening (ESS) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.
The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.
Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.
Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.
Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.
Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.
Job Category
Compliance and Enforcement
About BC Public Service
The BC Public Service has about 35,000 public servants working in 200 different types of jobs across 280 communities. We provide services, programs and policy expertise in areas like health care, public safety, education, and environmental management.
The BC Public Service is as diverse as the people it serves. The people who work here represent everyone in B.C. This includes minority communities, immigrants, persons with disabilities, Indigenous people, and the LGBTQ2+ community.
We offer work-life balance, great wages and full benefits. There are jobs for public servants in many locations across the province. Choose the city vibe or small town. Strike the work-life balance that you want by taking advantage of flexible work schedules.