Public Safety Investigator

Government of Alberta•Calgary, AB

9d•CA$76,613 - CA$100,492•Onsite

About The Position

Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors (TEC) is a centre of excellence for transportation in North America. We contribute to Alberta's prosperity and quality of life by providing and supporting a safe, innovative and sustainable provincial transportation system and water management infrastructure. With Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors, you can engage in a fulfilling career with diverse room to grow. We believe in building careers, providing opportunities for growth within the organization, and striving to provide our staff with a work-life balance including reasonable hours of work to ensure time with family and to accommodate outside interests. At the Ministry of Transportation and Economic Corridors we promote a vital and diverse economy by: Managing transportation safety. Supporting municipalities with public transportation and water/wastewater facilities. Expanding and enhancing a well-integrated transportation system and enabling market access. Preserving and developing the provincial highway network and water management infrastructure. For more information, visit https://www.alberta.ca/transportation-and-economic-corridors.

Requirements

University degree in a related field (i.e., Law enforcement, criminal justice) plus two (2) years of progressively responsible related experience; or 2-year diploma and 4 years of experience in an enforcement, regulatory or administrative justice role, to understand public safety theories and principles. equivalent as described below.
A cover letter explaining your qualifications and suitability for this role should be attached with your application.
Eligibility for designation as a Peace Officer under Provincial Legislation.
Eligibility as an highway Dangerous Goods inspector.
Class 5 Drivers License.
Certification on First Aid & CPR “c”.

Nice To Haves

Have a good working knowledge of the Dangerous Goods Transportation and Handling Act and Regulations.
Have a good working knowledge of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) North American Standard Inspection (NASI) procedure.
Expert knowledge of Federal and Provincial transportation legislation including, but not limited to, Motor Vehicle Transport Act (Federal),Commercial Vehicle Driver's Hours of Service Regulations (Federal), Drivers' Hours of Service Regulation (Provincial), Traffic Safety Act and Regulations; National Safety Code standards.
Expert knowledge of National Safety Code standards.
Extensive knowledge of investigation, enforcement, and investigational best practices, in performing inspections, investigations, administrative justice and enforcement in regulatory compliance and procedures.
Extensive knowledge of government electronic and information technology systems such as: Transportation Safety Information System (TSIS, ARC, ROADS, eFacility, eInspection, CORES, ARTS).
Working knowledge of Alberta Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act; Occupational Health and Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

Conducting detailed investigations, audits, and compliance inspections of commercial carriers, drivers, and transportation operations to ensure adherence to provincial and federal legislation, regulations, and National Safety Code standards.
Collecting, analyzing, and documenting evidence from multiple information systems and databases to support investigations, enforcement actions, disclosure requirements, appeals, and judicial proceedings.
Responding to high-profile commercial vehicle incidents and providing technical expertise, guidance, and support to law enforcement agencies, first responders, industry representatives, and other stakeholders to help protect public safety.
Leading and supporting education, awareness, and outreach initiatives that promote regulatory compliance and strengthen relationships with commercial carriers, industry associations, law enforcement partners, government agencies, and the public.
Acting as a liaison between stakeholders and regulatory authorities to facilitate communication, resolve disputes, and ensure consistent application of transportation safety legislation throughout the province.
Assessing the nature, severity, and history of non-compliance and determining appropriate corrective and enforcement measures, including educational interventions, administrative penalties, suspensions, cancellations, violation tickets, and other legislative actions.
Preparing comprehensive investigative reports, enforcement documentation, disclosure packages, and court-related materials while ensuring accuracy, objectivity, and compliance with legislative requirements.
Maintaining current knowledge of transportation legislation, regulatory programs, industry trends, and enforcement practices to support continuous improvement in carrier safety and compliance across Alberta.