Police Clerk

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo

$91K — $106K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Certificate in relevant field such as Business Administration, Policing, or Legal Administration required.
  • 2 years of clerical support experience essential.
  • Prior work with RCMP or similar agency preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of policing and RCMP policies is advantageous.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel) required.
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking skills needed.

Responsibilities

  • Record data and handle queries across multiple systems.
  • Respond to inquiries and assist the public effectively.
  • Initiate investigations by collecting necessary information.
  • Process Criminal Record Check applications and manage associated paperwork.
  • Perform non-criminal digital fingerprinting as needed.
  • Transcribe statements from audio or video recordings.
  • Maintain radio contact with police and bylaw members when required.

Benefits

  • Full-time permanent position with stability.
  • Work schedule of Monday to Friday with consistent hours.
  • Opportunities for professional development through training.
  • Dynamic work environment supporting various community services.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 4140
Affiliation: CUPE Municipal
Position Type: Permanent Full Time
Number of Openings: 1
Bi-weekly Working Hours: 70 hours bi-weekly
Shift/Work Schedule: Monday to Friday
Department/ Branch: Community Services, RCMP Support Services
Job Location: Fort McMurray

Pay Level: PL7
Start Rate: $ 43.77
Permanent Rate: $ 51.26 (Permanent rate effective after completion of probation)
COLA: Bi-Weekly - $480

Reposted (dd/mm/yyyy): 11/07/2026 (original CUPE closing date: 12/04/2026)
Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 26/07/2026
Posting Type: Internal and External

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision, the Police Clerk responds to public enquiries and, when necessary, refers information and/or individuals to the appropriate official. This position also provides administrative and operational support to RCMP and Bylaw members.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Record data and complete queries on multiple systems.
  • Respond promptly to enquires and provide information or assistance.
  • Collect information to initiate investigations and process paperwork.
  • Accept and process Criminal Record Check applications upon receipt.
  • Perform non-criminal digital fingerprinting.
  • Answer multi-line telephone, efficiently providing appropriate information, as per applicable RCMP and municipal policies.
  • Transcribe audio and or videotaped statements.
  • Prepare various court, release, and other related documents.
  • Record and prepare minutes of meetings.
  • Maintain radio communication with RCMP/Bylaw members as required.
  • Prepare, receive, and distribute mail and supplies.
  • Provide customer services and cash handling at the front counter
  • Assist with orientation and training of detachment staff as required
  • Prepare and maintain training manuals and job processes binders
  • Provide assistance to other units as required
  • Perform other related duties as required


QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, changing environment.
  • Ability to preserve confidential information and work with a high degree of discretion.
  • Ability to deal courteously and effectively with a diverse range of people, using judgement, tact, and sound decision-making skills, sometimes in conflict or difficult situations.
  • High level of organizational skills, flexibility, and professionalism, with a strong knowledge of policing and RCMP policies and procedures.
  • Proficient in various Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel).
  • Strong multitasking skills with the ability to set priorities and manage a high volume of tasks simultaneously. Strong communication skills and actively seeks to understand information by listening and asking for clarification when needed.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative, collaborative, and productive work relationships.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Certificate in Business Administration, Office Administration, Legal Administration, Criminal Law, Policing, Paralegal or related field is required.
  • Two (2) years of experience in a fast paced, responsible, clerical support position is required.
  • Previous related experience working for the RCMP or other police agency, a legal background, and previous radio experience are assets.


OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to acquire and maintain an RCMP enhanced reliability security clearance is required.
  • Pre-employment testing may be part of the interview process.
  • A valid Class Five (5) Operator's Licence is an asset.
  • Ability to work rotating shift that includes holidays, evening shift, night shift and weekends.


SAFETY:

As an employee of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible for understanding and actively participating in the RMWB's health and safety management system, and complying with all policies, practices, and procedures. All employees must take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and others, as well as immediately report any concerns, near misses, incidents, and hazardous conditions to their supervisor.

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