Departmental Associate 1 (RCMP)

City of Richmond • Richmond, BC

34d • Onsite

About The Position

This is clerical and typing work involving mainly the transcribing of audio taped statements given to the police during their investigations. The incumbent must possess excellent organizational, multi-tasking and problem solving skills.

Requirements

• Sound knowledge of clerical and record keeping methods and procedures.
• Sound knowledge of the practices and procedures used in the operation of word processing software and Dictaphone equipment.
• Sound knowledge of the rules, regulations, policies and procedures governing the work performed.
• Sound knowledge and practices of various computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to transcribe accurately from taped statements.
• Ability to type at least 50 wpm.
• Ability to exercise independence of judgment and action in determining priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to remain professional and composed while transcribing statements which may be expletory or disturbing.
• Ability to effectively prioritize work.
• Ability to maintain concentration despite the noise and distractions of a large, open office.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships and to deal effectively with internal contacts in matters applicable to the work.
• Complete proficiency in English and sound knowledge of spelling and grammar and the ability to format standard business letters.
• Ability to use REDMS or a similar records management system.
• Ability to obtain and maintain RCMP enhanced security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of RCMP systems is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe statements.
• Maintain administrative files.
• Maintain databases.
• Perform basic clerical functions such as creating letters, dealing with office records such as forms, templates, or other materials, organizing large volumes of documents or maintaining data bases and inventories.
• Monitor, track and order office supplies.
• Prepare outgoing mail, distribute incoming mail.
• Provide timely and accurate information and clerical assistance to others in the department.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED