ADMN O 21R - Liquor and Cannabis Inspector - (126273)

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Posting Title

ADMN O 21R - Liquor and Cannabis Inspector

Position Classification

Administrative Officer R21

Union

GEU

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA
Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA
Cranbrook, BC V1C 7G5 CA
Fort St John, BC V1J6M7 CA
Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA
Kelowna, BC V1Z 2S9 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
Nelson, BC V1L 6K1 CA
Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA
Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CA
Terrace, BC V8G 1W2 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA

Salary Range

$74,009.08 - $84,153.39 annually

Close Date

11/16/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Agriculture and Food

Job Summary

The Team

The Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Inspectors team within the Compliance and Enforcement Division is an established, province-wide team of nearly 40 Inspectors and Senior Inspectors working across four regions. The team works collaboratively with law enforcement, local governments, Indigenous Nations, and other partners to support public safety, protect the public interest, and promote compliance with liquor and cannabis regulations. With varied work environments, opportunities to travel, and the flexibility to work independently or with others, the team values different perspectives, experiences, and approaches to problem-solving.

The Role

As a Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Inspector, you will help keep communities safe by monitoring compliance with liquor and cannabis regulations, conducting investigations, and educating licensed businesses about their responsibilities.



You will engage with community members, business owners, Indigenous Nations, and other stakeholders, using sound judgment, attention to detail, and clear communication to support fair and consistent enforcement decisions. This role offers flexible work hours, opportunities to work independently, and a diverse work environment where your skills and perspectives can make a meaningful difference to the public you serve. The role of the liquor and cannabis inspector

Qualifications: Education and Experience Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in a related field (social sciences, criminology or Justice related field, etc) plus one (1) or more years of related experience; OR
- Diploma in a related field (social sciences, criminology, or Justice related field, etc.) plus three (3) or more years of related experience; OR
- Certificate in a related field (social sciences, criminology or Justice related field, etc) plus four (4) or more years of relevant experience; OR
- A minimum of five (5) years of related experience.
- Must possess a valid class 5 BC Driver’s license or equivalent.

Related experience includes each of the following

- Experience working with the application of legislation at a federal, provincial, or municipal level.
- Experience working with the application of policy and procedures.




- Experience performing duties that include gathering, assessing, and analyzing evidence including taking or recommending action.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following

- One (1) or more years' experience giving direct evidence and withstanding cross examination.
- Investigations or Regulatory Law Enforcement diploma or certificate

Willingness Statements

- Willing and able to travel alone, late at night in remote areas of the province, travel to other regions of the province (to include multi-night stays), under a variety of weather conditions.
- Willing and able to work hours that correspond to licensed establishment business hours such as evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Willing and able to spend a significant amount of time working in the field in a non-traditional work environment. The nature of this works requires the Inspector to travel great distances by car, do a considerable amount of walking and be able to negotiate movement in busy establishments which can include crowds, dim lighting, stairs, and loud noise. The work environment can include outdoor spaces with uneven terrain.
- Willing and able to use privately owned vehicle in carrying out job duties.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected] .

About this Position

This position can be based in any Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able t

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