Traffic Services Assistant (Part-time/Term)

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request special accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Information on accommodation for persons with disabilities

~~ Due to the nature of the work and location, the hiring manager has requested that all of the interviews take place in person in Westlock (Alberta). Please be advised that if you are unable to attend an exam and/or interview in person then you may be eliminated from the process. ~~

Candidates from outside the federal public service will be required to pay for their own travel (including travel for assessment purposes), and may be required to pay for their own relocation expenses.

Work environment

As an employer of choice for over 22,000 men and women, the RCMP promises a career like no other. With over 140 years of tradition and service, the RCMP is Canada's national police service. Proud of our traditions and confident in meeting future challenges, we commit to preserve the peace, uphold the law and provide quality service in partnership with our communities.

Intent of the process

The immediate need is to staff one (1) position on a part time basis --- 18.75 hours per week.

Applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are willing and able to work in Westlock, Alberta.

Should a CM be found qualified and selected for appointment, the appointment will not result in a change of status to another category for the member

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Successful completion of two years of secondary school or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience*
*Proof of education will be required prior to appointment.

Degree equivalency

Experience in the provision of clerical support services.

Experience using a personal computer, and word processing and spreadsheet software.

Experience providing service to internal or external clients / general public, via telephone or in person.

Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines.

Effective interpersonal skills
Dependability
Judgement
Detail oriented
Teamwork
Being organized

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Successful completion of secondary school education.

Degree equivalency

Experience providing administrative support services in a law enforcement, judicial or quasi-judicial environment.

Experience providing financial support services. (Services may include, but are not limited to, verifying and correcting financial claims, controlling and monitoring petty cash, preparing financial status reports, etc.)

Experience maintaining a law enforcement database such as: Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC), Police Information Retrieval Systems (PIRS), Police Reporting and Occurrence System (PROS), Automated Criminal Intelligence Information System (ACIIS), National Criminal Data Bank (NCDB).

Experience in providing records management services such as indexing, cross-referencing, filing, retrieving, retaining, archiving or destroying data.

Experience transcribing from audio cassettes or digital media.

Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Willing and able to work in a busy police environment, including exposure to unsettling and/or graphic material.

Willingness and ability to work overtime, as required.

Willingness and ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Willingness and ability to travel for work and/or training purposes using various modes of transportation (including owned or leased government transport, commercial and light aircraft and up to and including remote locations).

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - RCMP Enhanced Reliability Status (ERS) security clearance.

Those selected must meet and maintain the above condition of employment throughout their employment.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

PLEASE NOTE: For this selection process, our intention is to communicate with applicants by e-mail for screening/assessment purposes (including issuing screening results, and sending invitations for written tests and interviews).

Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid e-mail address, and ensure this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CANDIDATE TO ENSURE ACCURATE CONTACT INFORMATION IS PROVIDED AND UPDATED AS REQUIRED.

Your responses to the screening questions will be used as the primary source to determine if you meet the screening requirements. If you do not fully complete the screening questions as instructed, you may be screened out.

All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence and telephone conversations, may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

Only online applications will be accepted. To submit an application on-line, please select the button "Apply Online" below. Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca/

Assessments will comprise of interviews and reference checks.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.