Police Clerk 1
City of Medicine Hat View all jobs
- Medicine Hat, AB
- $34.45 per hour
- Temporary
- Full-time
Starting at $34.45/hourJoin the Medicine Hat Police Service as a Police Clerk 1, where your attention to detail and professionalism will directly support front-line policing and community safety. In this role, you'll play a critical part in managing police records, preparing legal documentation, and ensuring information is processed accurately and securely across specialized police systems. This role operates on a 24/7 rotating schedule aligned with police operations and requires a high degree of flexibility. Candidate must be available for rotating shifts, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and statutory holidays. Initial training is approximately 3 months, beginning with full-time daytime hours before transitioning to shift work.We're a team that believes how we work is just as important as the work we do. Grounded in our values - Own It, Team Up, Be Curious, and Service with Care - we're committed to delivering meaningful impact for our community while supporting each other along the way.A closer look at the roleIn this position, much of your day will be spent working behind the scenes to support investigations and police operations. You'll be:
- Reviewing and processing police files, ensuring all information is complete and accurate
- Entering, updating, and maintaining records within systems such as RMS and CPIC
- Preparing court-ready documentation, including charge files and bail-related materials
- Transcribing and uploading police reports and related documentation
- Collaborating with officers and internal teams to ensure timely information flow
- Handling sensitive and confidential information with a high degree of care and discretion
- Perform detailed data entry, transcription, and file management for police records
- Prepare legal and court-related documents with a high degree of accuracy
- Maintain and update information across multiple police databases and systems
- Ensure compliance with policies related to confidentiality and information security
- Provide professional and responsive service to internal partners and external inquiries
- Support overall administrative functions within Investigations & Support Services
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and document preparation
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn specialized police systems
- A collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently and within a team
- Completion of a one (1) year Office Technology certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution
- Minimum two (2) years of experience working with the public in sensitive situations
- Minimum two (2) years of administrative office experience, preferably with exposure to legal processes
- At least one (1) year of experience in a computerized billing or accounting environment would be an asset
- Current Standard First Aid/CPR and AED certification (or ability to obtain)
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
- Must pass a full Police Service security clearance as outlined in the Medicine Hat Police Service Policy and Procedures, including a polygraph examination.
- Collaborative team culture: Be part of a supportive environment where we Team Up to deliver great community outcomes.
- Career growth and development: We encourage you to Be Curious, offering training and development that fosters continuous learning.
- Competitive total rewards: We Own It by recognizing and rewarding the work that moves our community forward.
- Flexibility & work life balance: Our commitment to Service with Care includes supporting your wellbeing at work and at home.
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