*** This posting is for one (1) temporary full-time position that may continue until July 9, 2027 ***
The Edmonton Police Service requires one (1) highly organized and competent Property Technician to work in our Property & Exhibit Unit. The major responsibilities of this position are:
- Taking in, categorization, location, protection, care and disposition of court relevant exhibits and property.
- Operating in high security areas, members in this position are responsible for ensuring accountability, accuracy, security, and safe handling of all exhibits submitted as evidence to the Property & Exhibit Unit.
- Review and/or copy a variety of audio and video data to prepare data for Crown/Court/disclosure purposes, which requires strict adherence to policies and procedures, as well as the efficient entry and removal of data from various databases.
- Safe operation of a 1-ton cube van, ½ ton truck, or any other Class 5 vehicle to facilitate the retrieval and transport of property.
- Providing customer service to police members, owners, finders, and claimants.
- Safe use and operation of small power hand tools, metal shearing machine, and forklift/reach truck.
- Completing special assignments as assigned.
Qualifications:- Completion of a two (2) year Community College Diploma in Law Enforcement and a minimum of four (4) years experience within a Police or Court environment including two (2) years experience in the receipt, disposition and storage of police exhibits.
- Experience using Microsoft Windows, Excel, Access, Outlook, and other applicable software.
- Basic knowledge of modern digital media formats, especially as it relates to video file extensions and players.
- Knowledge and ability to competently perform all the noted major responsibilities.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and prepare and maintain a wide variety of documentation, reports, and files related to assigned cases.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with employees and other law enforcement agencies.
- A firearms safety course, related training, or possession of a current PAL (Possession and Acquisition License - Restricted and non-restricted) would be considered an asset.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including lifting and moving property weighing up to 35 kg.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- The proven ability to provide superior customer service, handle several tasks simultaneously and remain calm under pressure.
- The successful applicant will be required to use CSA approved footwear while performing their duties.
- To operate a City of Edmonton One (1) Ton Cube Van: Must possess a valid Class 5 Alberta Driver's License. Copy of Driver's License required and must be valid for five (5) years. Must complete a City Driver's License application. Applicants may be tested. If applicable, must provide out of province driver's abstract.
- Experience with material handling equipment such as forklifts, stock pickers and pallet jacks.
- To operate a City of Edmonton Forklift, Stock Pickers, Pallet Jacks, etc: Must possess a valid Class 5 Alberta Driver's License. Copy of Driver's License required and must be valid for five (5) years. Must complete a City Driver's License application. Applicants may be tested. If applicable, must provide out of province driver's abstract.
Hours of Work:Salary Range: 21B, Salary Grade: 017, $34.31 - $43.10 (Hourly), $2,745.20 - $3,448.20 (Bi-Weekly), $71,649.72 - $89,996.98 (Annually). The rates quoted are in accordance with a collective agreement between the Union and the City of Edmonton.
General:
- The City of Edmonton thanks applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Candidates considered for the position will be Contacted.
- Please include a current resume and cover letter with your online application.
- Please note that the option to work remotely is not available for this position.
- Applicants may be tested.
- As part of your pre-hire screening, you will be required to complete an Enhanced Security Clearance. Should you accept employment with the Edmonton Police Service you acknowledge and agree to participate in future Enhanced Security
Re-Clearances at scheduled intervals or in any other circumstances, exigent or otherwise as required by Human Resources Division.
Applicants who have completed post secondary education outside of Canada are encouraged to obtain an assessment of their credentials through the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS), https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx or another recognized Canadian credential evaluation service. For a list of designated evaluators, please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada, https://canalliance.org/en/default.html. Including an IQAS certificate or other credential assessment certificate from a recognized Canadian credential evaluation service with your application is recommended to support the evaluation of the applicant's educations qualifications.
The Province of Alberta is a party to the Federal Agreement on Internal Trade, the Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility with British Columbia and the New West Partnership Trade Agreement with British Columbia and Saskatchewan. All these agreements promote labour mobility between the provinces. Applicants may obtain information regarding recognition of extra provincial credentials at www.newwestpartnershiptrade.ca.
Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.
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