Investigate animal neglect and abuse as an Animal Protection Officer in Vancouver, including significant work in the Downtown Eastside. Apply animal-handling knowledge.

The BC SPCA seeks an Animal Protection Officer 2 for permanent, full time work across various shifts. You will enforce the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and relevant Criminal Code sections. The position combines investigations, evidence gathering, animal custody, and compassionate response.

Key Responsibilities:

- Investigate complaints involving animal distress, neglect, and abuse
- Take custody of distressed, abandoned, injured, or ownerless animals
- Inspect premises where animals are kept
- Gather evidence and prepare reports for Crown Counsel
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency animal-related calls

Requirements:

- Minimum Grade 12 education; post-secondary education preferred
- Minimum nine required Justice Institute of BC courses, or equivalent
- Be or become a Special Provincial Constable
- Knowledge of animal welfare laws and animal behaviour
- Valid Class N or 5 BC Driver's License

Bring investigative judgment, animal handling, and compassionate service to the BC SPCA's Vancouver animal protection work.

📌 Animal Protection Officer Vancouver
🏢 BC SPCA
📍 Vancouver