Community Compliance Officer

Nanaimo, BC
On-site
Posted Sep 24, 2026
1 position

$40–$42 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: High school
Apply by: Oct 18, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Associate

Job summary

The Community Compliance Officer provides field presence in parks, conducts compliance-oriented patrols, and performs public education. They also coordinate follow-ups with partners and assist with bylaw-related inquiries and inspections.

Job details

ABOUT THE ROLE The Regional District of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Community Compliance Officer within Bylaw Services. The Community Compliance Officer is a key field staff member reporting to the Manager, Bylaw Services. This role supports Bylaw Enforcement Officers (BEOs) by providing field presence in Regional and Community Parks, completing compliance-oriented patrols, public education, documentation and coordinated follow-up with internal and external partners, and by assisting with bylaw-related inquiries and inspections as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Two to three years of recent related experience in social work, community outreach or bylaw compliance, including frontline work with unsheltered individuals and those experiencing mental health and substance use challenges. Completion of Trauma-Informed Practice training is required, along with Bylaw Compliance, Enforcement and Investigation Skills Level 1 course, or the ability to complete within six months of employment. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and a Certificate in Community Mental Health Work, Social Work or a related field is considered an asset. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. The successful candidate must also have a valid Class 5 Driver's Licence and Occupational First Aid Level 1 certification. POSITION DETAILS This is a permanent full-time (40 hours per week) Union position. The (2026) rate of pay is $39.99 to $42.09. The position offers an attractive benefits package as provided within the collective agreement between the Regional District of Nanaimo and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 401. *Classification currently under review. APPLICATION DETAILS To apply for this position, send your cover letter and resume to rdncareers@rdn.bc.ca. Please quote 2026-1123 in the subject line of your email to ensure proper processing. To view the full job description visit: https://rdn.bc.ca/employment Applications will be accepted until 4 p.m. on September 30, 2026.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have two to three years of related experience in social work, community outreach, or bylaw compliance. A high school diploma, a valid Class 5 Driver's Licence, and Occupational First Aid Level 1 are required.