COMMUNITY POLICING ASSISTANT
Temporary Full-Time (6-months)
About Us
One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local community. As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre. We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you!
About You / What We Are Looking For
We are currently in search of a Community Policing Assistant to join us for a 6-month temporary assignment. The Community Police Services team administers volunteer and community programs within the Coquitlam RCMP service area. The CPU Assistant reports to the Community Policing Supervisor, while supporting Community Policing Coordinators and the RCMP. This position also works directly with volunteers and assists the public.
In this administrative role, you are responsible for a variety of duties and tasks including: scheduling and coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, recording minutes, assisting with scheduling and tracking of volunteers, preparing correspondence, preparing unit documents and reports, assisting with special events, ordering supplies, maintaining accounts and records, processing invoices and employee expenses, and providing information and assistance to the public. Attention to detail, prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and staying organized under pressure are essential.
The ideal candidate will be proficient in MS Word and Excel and have experience working in an administrative capacity, OR an equivalent combination of training and experience. In addition, you should possess outstanding written and oral communication skills to effectively deal with both internal and external contacts. You must be able to quickly adapt to unexpected and changing circumstances in this fast-paced environment.
Minimum Qualifications
- Completion of Grade 12
- Valid BC Driver’s Licence
- Ability to obtain and maintain an RCMP Enhanced Reliability security Clearance is a condition of ongoing employment
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in MS Word and Excel
- Experience with PRIME (Versadex RMS) and other police information systems
- Preference given to candidates with existing RCMP Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance
What We Offer:
This CUPE position has an hourly rate range of $30.51 - $35.84. The rate of pay is based on a variety of factors including qualifications, knowledge, experience and skills.
You will have the chance to join a rapidly growing and diverse team dedicated to supporting the local community, and be able to engage in variety of learning and development opportunities. Additionally, there is an opportunity to participate in an earned day off/flex day program.
Accessibility / Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Coquitlam is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer working towards enhancing equitable practices in our recruitment and retention processes. As an organization we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment to support our growing and diverse work force. To learn more about what equity, diversity, and inclusion means, and the City’s efforts in support of these principles, please visit coquitlam.ca/edi for more information.
If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please contact our team for confidential support. Staff can also provide in-person support if required.
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Please apply online at www.coquitlam.ca/careers by 11:55 pm on April 28, 2025.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.