Investigations Specialist

Overview

We're seeking an experienced Investigations Specialist to provide expertise drafting judicial authorizations, conduct forensic interviews, and prepare Reports to Crown Counsel.

As an Investigations Specialist, you'll use your major case management experience to provide support to the Manager, OHS Investigations, and the OHS Investigations team using advanced investigation techniques. You'll apply your working knowledge of disclosure rules and extensive understanding regarding criminal code investigations to deliver investigative expertise and prepare comprehensive investigation reports.

We have one position available in the Richmond office.

How you'll make a difference: You'll help ensure B.C. workers go home safely at the end of their workday.

Where you'll work

At WorkSafeBC, we offer a hybrid work model that combines working remotely, and in our offices, based on the operational needs of the position.

What you'll do

• Conduct and participate in investigations of workplace incidents, as part of a team, to identify the sequence of events, causal factors, and related violations where the investigation has transitioned from a regulatory investigation into a quasi-criminal investigation
• Interview witnesses, obtain and analyze statements, acquire expert opinions, and issue orders for production of witnesses, documents and physical evidence
• Apply the provisions of the Workers Compensation Act , the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, and WorkSafeBC policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure investigations proceed in an efficient, competent, and timely manner
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of multiple on-going investigations to apprise management and team members of investigation status and developing issues
• Participate in administrative proceedings, coroner's inquests, and prosecutorial cases by providing written briefs and testimony as to facts obtained through personal observation, witness statements, and examination of documentary and physical evidence
• Prepare comprehensive investigation reports and deliver investigative expertise in applying relevant sections of the Workers Compensation Act and the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation in a highly visible forum

Is this a good fit for you?

We're looking for people who can:

• Managing multiple case files concurrently and in a timely manner Demonstrate working knowledge of disclosure rules and a thorough understanding of the MOU with the Criminal Justice Branch
• Use Major Case Management methodology and provide a high level of investigative experience and leadership to assist the team during investigations
• Conduct and participate in forensic interviews, prepare Reports to Crown Counsel, and prepare disclosure packages for Crown Counsel
• Conduct and participate in both regulatory and quasi-criminal investigations
• Demonstrate a high level of understanding in regards to criminal code investigations and be an effective liaison with police and other similar investigative agencies
• Apply the requirements of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms and utilize criminal code rules to conduct investigations
• Mentor and coach staff regarding investigation activities and duties, and participate in developing and delivering training to staff, both in one-on-one sessions and group sessions
• Travel on occasion

Your background and experience

• A diploma that includes formal education and training in conducting statutory enforcement investigations

• A minimum of five years of experience (within the past seven years) conducting statutory enforcement investigations leading to judicial or quasi-judicial sanctions and
• Within the past four years, at least three years of experience with the following:
  • Major Case Management
  • Writing search warrants
  • Conducting forensic interviewing
• Must be able to qualify for Special Constable status

We'll consider equivalent combinations of education and experience.

Important to know

Before we can finalize any offer of employment, you must:

• Consent to a criminal record check
• Confirm you're legally entitled to work in Canada

WorkSafeBC's COVID-19 Employee Mandatory Vaccine Policy (the "Policy") is suspended effective January 9, 2023, however we reserve the right to re-implement it in response to changes in the public health landscape, including public health orders. We are committed to the protection, health, and safety of our employees and our Communicable Disease Prevention Program and related protocols remain in effect.

Who we are

At WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We're honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.

What's it like to work at WorkSafeBC?

It's challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.

Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.

Learn more: Discover who we are .

Our benefits

As a member of our team, you'll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work - and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:

• Defined benefit pension plan
• 3 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
• Health care and dental benefits
• Optional leave arrangements
• Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)

Learn more: Find out what we offer .

Salary: $48.47 - $52.35/hourly

Want to apply?

• Applications are welcomed immediately, however must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date.
• Please note that we will be starting assessments prior to the closing date.
• We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email Recruitment Testing Accommodation (SM) when you submit your application.