Exhibit Custodian – RCMP – City of Richmond

The City of Richmond is committed to be the most appealing, livable, well-managed community in Canada, a goal that is only made possible by developing our most valuable asset – our people. This is a great opportunity to join our team and shape our community. The City of Richmond offers competitive pay programs, comprehensive benefits and attractive incentives. If you are looking to make a difference, and to share our vision “to be the most appealing, livable, and well-managed community in Canada”, then please apply.
 
Overview
Reporting to the Records & Information Coordinator, the Exhibit Custodian is responsible for all aspects of the exhibits at the Richmond RCMP Detachment.
 
Examples of key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Receives, checks, controls, maintains and ensures for the storage, disposition, security and movement of all exhibits for the Detachment.
• Lifts, sorts, arranges and stores items, as required; ensures that exhibits are maintained in the condition received.
• Maintains safe custody of the main exhibit room keys and ensures that all exhibits at all sites are safeguarded at all times.
• Assists in arranging special security for large narcotic seizures and/or exhibits of high monetary value.
• Assists in packing and shipping of drug exhibits.
• Keeps up to date with Court activity pertaining to exhibits including pick up at Richmond and Vancouver courts and may give evidence in Court on continuity of exhibits.
• Responds to enquiries from internal and external sources on matters related to the work.
• Assists in the preparation and maintenance of files, records, ledgers and reports related to the work.
• Assists other staff in performing their duties.
• Routine inventory for audits of exhibits and exhibit processes.
• Performs other job related duties as required.

 
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of methods and procedures of receiving, recording, storing, controlling and safekeeping of police exhibits.
• Knowledge of applicable computer applications, including but not limited to CPIC, PRIME, Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word and MS Excel).
• Working knowledge of applicable safety regulations.
• Knowledge of detachment and RCMP policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of police terminology and reporting structure.
• Knowledge of software and applications related to the work.
• Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively, both verbal and written.
• Ability to interpret and apply appropriate policies and procedures.
• Ability to respond to internal and external inquiries.
• Ability to work under limited supervision and exercise considerable independence of judgment and action.
• Precise and detail-oriented.
• Must be able to lift, carry and push in excess of 10kg (23lbs) on a regular and/or repetitive basis.
• Maintains confidentiality in providing accurate, factual information to others.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an RCMP Enhanced Security Clearance.

 
Qualifications and Experience:

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent supplemented by coursework in computer applications and programs such as CPIC, PRIME, Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent plus a minimum of over one year work experience preferably in clerical or warehousing in a law enforcement environment. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
• Certification in Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) is preferred.
• Successful completion of the Canadian Firearms Safety Course is preferred.
• Certification in Property Room Management is preferred.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia with a safe driving history.