POSITION OVERVIEW

This clerical and data entry role involves the verification and maintenance of information within the PRIME police computer system. Responsibilities include assessing and coding new occurrence files, as well as reviewing existing files in the PRIME system to determine the circumstances and nature of each file. Additionally, this role requires identifying which offenses are reportable to Statistics Canada according to specific codes. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work efficiently with police data and coding standards.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school graduation, including or supplemented by commercial and typing, U.C.R. scoring, and P.R.I.M.E. computer terminal operator’s courses plus sound-related experience, preferably in the Police Department OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Sound knowledge of the rules, regulations, policies and procedures governing the work performed.
• Sound knowledge of the methods, practices and procedures used in operating PRIME. equipment; and of the U.C.R. code systems.
• Sound knowledge of clerical and record keeping methods and procedures and of business English, spelling and arithmetic.
• Working knowledge of the Criminal Code of Canada and other applicable Federal and Provincial statutes enforced by the RCMP as related to the work performed.
• Ability to read occurrence files to determine circumstances surrounding and nature of occurrence; to determine offences reportable to Statistics Canada and to assign and record codes according to prescribed rules; and to produce a variety of statistical reports on a regular basis.
• Ability to review file documents to ensure that all required information is recorded and to notify investigating members when file is deficient or to make corrections as required.
• Ability to operate P.R.I.M.E., and C.P.I.C. computer equipment, perform related clerical work under general supervision.
• Ability to prepare, process, and maintain a variety of materials such as files, records and reports; to provide factual information regarding file content to a variety of internal and external contacts in accordance with departmental policy.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships and to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts in matters applicable to the work.
• Ability to perform typing and switchboard/receptionist duties on a relief basis.
  Skill in the operation of equipment used in the work.

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