Forensics Blog – Page 35 – Investigate it: Forensics at BCIT

RCMP Special “I” Unit Info Session at BCIT

May 19, 2015 by cingram

The RCMP E Division Special “I” unit is holding an information session at BCIT’s Downtown Campus on May 25th at 13:00 in room 810. The unit is looking for civilian candidates who:

– Type a minimum of 40 words a minute,
– Have a second language, and
– Can successfully complete a top secret security clearance.

The work is “as and when needed” which can potentially transfer into a term position.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please come and learn more. The session will be presented by two Special “I” supervisors who will share their insights into this unit and answer questions related to this session.

New West Police Looking for Crime Prevention Volunteers

April 13, 2015 by cingram

The New Westminster Police Crime Prevention Unit (CPU) enhances the quality of life for everyone in New Westminster, by fostering a successful community in which crime is reduced and people are safe. Bringing together citizens from throughout the area, the CPU creates a more unified New Westminster and provides an opportunity for everyone to get involved in building a stronger, more secure community.

The CPU recognizes that a great community is not built by one individual alone but is the result of the combined hard work and effort of many different people. Therefore the CPU develops programs, provides resources and offers support to encourage volunteer participation in the enhancement of a safer community.

At this time we are accepting applications for Crime Reduction Unit Volunteers. All volunteers begin in our Citizens’ Crime Watch Patrol Program (CCWP). This program requires a commitment level of 6 hours per month and operates weekends, special events and on-call.

If you’re interested, please visit our website for instructions on how to apply and to download an application. Applications must be received by April 19, 2015.

Multiple Forensic Identification Technician Positions with the Toronto Police Available

March 18, 2015 by cingram

Job Title: Crime Scene Tech Support, Forensic Identification Services – JOB ID #3236
Location: PSC- Forensic Ident Srvcs
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Closing Date: March 20, 2015
Salary: $69,791.40 to $77,907.46 annually
Job Type: Union
Vacancies: Several
Location: 2050 Jane Street, Building “A”
Shifts: 3 Shifts – Days, Afternoon and Midnights

Summary of Function
Documents and collects evidence at secure scenes. May be required to testify in court.

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Networking Opportunity for Crime and Intelligence Analysis Students

March 13, 2015 by cingram

SAP and Net Impact Impactathon

Help solve issues around the globe and learn to solve problems using design thinking in one action-packed day.

The global series of Impactathon events helps generate solutions to prepare young people to succeed in the workplace of the future.

“I met so many interesting people and the event was all around fun! It was refreshing to really tackle an important issue that many young people struggle with today.” – Kara Korab, Paris Impactathon

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BCIT Forensics Hosted Career and Education Fair on March 5th

February 19, 2015 by cingram

BCIT Forensics in partnership with the Private Investigators Association of BC (PIABC) and the PTSNetwork will be hosting a career and training fair on March 5, 2015. This event will provide attendees with information on how to start your career in the professional investigation field. Potential candidates will be provided with information on what type of training and skillsets are required to work in the expanding field of investigations.

The event is an excellent opportunity for students and alumni to meet potential employers who are actively hiring and looking to develop relationships with potential candidates interested in the investigative field.

Investigation skills can give the advantage in many professions such as:

Journalism
Human Resources
Occupational Health & Safety
Cybercrime Investigation
Professional Private Investigation
Loss Prevention
Forensics
Insurance Fraud
Regulatory Investigation
Paralegal Work

Event Details: March 5, 2015 from 17:00 to 21:00 at the BCIT Downtown Campus, in Vancouver, on the 2nd floor.

This event requires free, online registration. For more information about this event please contact David McKay.

BC Team Gives Name Back to Unidentified Bodies

February 11, 2015 by cingram

A recent article in The Province newspaper highlights the great work of the BC Coroners Service, specifically, the Identification and Disaster Response Unit (IDRU):

“Recently BC investigators have been closing more cases quickly — and closing more old, cold cases, too — says Inkster, who’s quick to credit that success to the innovative and award-winning IDRU program set up by his predecessor, Stephen Fonseca.”

Although BCIT isn’t mentioned here, our faculty (Dr. Dean Hildebrand, Jason Moore, and Steen Hartsen) work behind the scenes to conduct the forensic DNA analysis that lead to these breakthroughs. This work at our institute, along with the provincial DNA database Dr. Hildebrand helped establish, makes BC a leader in this type of humanitarian work.

Spring 2015 Schedule Now Available

February 5, 2015 by cingram

On a super rainy day like today, it has to be nice to think about spring, right?

I recently uploaded our Spring term 2015 course schedule to our website, so you can use it to plan your course load for April – August 2015. BCIT has updated the way it displays courses online, hopefully making it easier for you guys to find and enroll in them.

Some important dates to remember:

February 13th – Web preview (You can see the Winter 2015 courses online, but can’t register for them yet)
February 15th – Web registration opens (You can start registering online)
February 16th – General registration opens (You can now register by any method)

So go ahead and plan for your next semester and get ready to register before important courses fill up!

Technology Career Fair at BCIT on February 11, 2015

February 2, 2015 by cingram

The BCIT Student Association is holding a technology-focused career fair on February 11, 2015 from 14:00 to 16:30 in the Great Hall of the Burnaby Campus at BCIT.

They invite all BCIT students and alumni to attend this free event in order to meet employers and learn about employment opportunities.

The BCITSA is also hosting three workshops to help students prepare for the career fair and impress employers:
1) Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at the DTC (room 421) from 16:15 to 17:30.
2) Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at the Burnaby Main Campus, Room 209 (SE6) from 15:00 to 16:15.
3) Thursday, February 5, 2015 at the Burnaby Main Campus, Council Chambers in SE2 from 14:00 to 15:15.

Students and alumni can register for these workshops on the new BCITSA Career Track portal.

Crime Analyst Position Available in Surrey

January 29, 2015 by cingram

Title: Crime Analyst
Job Status: Full-Time, Regular
Department: RCMP

Overview
The Crime Analyst position specializes in research work involving the application of complex research techniques to support criminal investigative activities, operational programs and crime reduction strategies.

Scope
The successful candidate will provide statistical, tactical and strategic crime analysis services and intelligence information to management. You would be required to review police occurrence files to determine immediate crime problems and patterns of criminal activity; evaluate and validate intelligence information gathered from various sources; and develop and maintain comprehensive files, records and documentation. The Crime Analyst will also deliver presentations, briefings, and situation reports on crime trends and related matters. In addition, the successful candidate will establish and maintain working relationships with members, staff and external agencies.

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Investigations Analyst Job Opportunities with WorkSafeBC

January 28, 2015 by cingram

Investigations Operations Analyst – WorkSafeBC
We’re seeking two investigations operations analysts to work closely with key members of the department to ensure investigations are managed in an effective and efficient manner. As an investigations operations analyst, you’ll have extensive experience managing disclosure packages and a thorough understanding of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Criminal Justice Branch. You’ll use Major Case Management (MCM) principles in your work and provide ongoing MCM software training and user support to the investigations team. You’ll also provide tactical and strategic data analysis to the director and manager of Investigations, and work in a team environment to assist with developing the initial structure of the investigation file.

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