Detachment Services Assistant

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 specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

Watson Lake is classified as an Isolated Post. As such, the successful candidate must meet all the conditions under the Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive prior to appointment. In addition, the successful candidate will be entitled to an Isolated Post Allowance.

Important financial information:
• Isolated Post Allowances (Northern Allowance) for Watson Lake ranges from approximately $10, 910 to $18, 183 which is based on if the employee has dependents.
• Vacation Travel Assistance is provided once a year for Watson Lake of approximately $943 for each eligible member of the household.

Intent of the process

Should a Civilian Member (CM) be found qualified and selected for appointment, the appointment will not result in a change of status to the Public Service (PS) category for the CM. Information regarding the CM appointment will be sent to all applicable candidates who are within the area of selection and participated in the advertised process.

Positions to be filled: 2

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 or experience.

Degree equivalency

Experience performing general clerical duties such as records management or typing.
Experience using word processing software, such as MS Word for Windows.
Experience providing assistance to the general public and clients.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of general office practices and procedures.

Dependability
Initiative
Thoroughness
Judgement

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Ability to deal effectively with challenging situations.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

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

Experience in using the PROS (Police Reporting Occurrence System) database.
Experience in providing operational or administrative support in a policing environment.
Experience in providing records management services such as indexing, cross referencing, filing, retrieving, retention, archiving or destroying data.
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.)

Ability to transcribe recorded statements in English.

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.

Conditions of employment

Security clearance/reliability is a condition of employment.
Some positions being staffed require willingness and ability to travel
All positions being staffed require Isolated Post Medical Clearance.

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 designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

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