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VPD Job Opportunity for CIA Alumni / Students

July 28, 2022 by Fiona Kerr

Hello CIA current students and alumni,

Please find attached a job posting from the Vancouver Police Department.  The attached posting has extensive qualifications and experience requirements.  However, the manager is willing to consider applicants that don’t meet all of the criteria as it is a temporary-funded position.

Applicants are encouraged to reach out to Ryan Prox prior to submitting a formal application package.  His contact information is:

 

 

 

 

Application Scoring Package (2022)updated Crime Analyst – Human Trafficking Counter Exploitation Unit(gvtfunding 2022)

Crime Analyst – Human Trafficking Counter Exploitation Unit(gvtfunding 2022)

Filed Under: crime and intelligence analysis Tagged With: CIA, graduates, jobs, students, VPD

An Evening with Chris Fabricant – Oct 14, 2022 – 5pm-7pm.

July 27, 2022 by Fiona Kerr

Join BCIT Forensics and the UBC Innocence Project as we host Chris Fabricant, one of the United States’ foremost experts on forensic sciences and scientific litigation, at the BCIT Downtown Campus on October 14.

Chris currently leads the Innocence Project‘s Strategic Litigation Department. He’ll be sharing insights from his book Junk Science and the American Criminal Justice System, which chronicles the fight to overturn wrongful convictions where “science” has been misapplied and destroyed lives. Learn more and reserve your spot.

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Forensic Video Manager (full-time) with the RCMP in Alberta

June 30, 2022 by Fiona Kerr

Forensic Video Manager

Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Calgary (Alberta), Edmonton (Alberta)
GT-05 – SP-GTC-05 & FLI-FIT-05
$74,763 to $85,004

For further information on the organization, please visit Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Closing date: 14 July 2022 – 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Applicants are encouraged to apply ONLY if they are willing and able to work in or relocate to Edmonton or Calgary, Alberta or within a 40 km radius of Edmonton or Calgary, Alberta.

Apply online

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Intelligence Analyst – Government of Canada – Close Date: June 24, 2022

June 16, 2022 by Fiona Kerr

Intelligence Analyst

Reference number:
RCM22J-021964-000161

Selection process number:
22-RCM-EA-P-E-SIOP-EDCAS-107648

Royal Canadian Mounted Police
– British Columbia Integrated Child Exploitation Unit (BC ICE),Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit of British Columbia (CFSEU) Prince George (British Columbia), Surrey (British Columbia)

EC-05 – CM equivalent: SP-ESS-05
$88,618 to $101,999

For further information on the organization, please visit
Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Closing date:
24 June 2022 – 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply:
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
Apply online

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

PLEASE NOTE, WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT ONLINE APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THE Canada.ca SITE.Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact the individual notedat the bottom of this advertisement.

NOTE: Applications are to be received online by clicking on the button below. Please do not send your resume or application to the Contact noted unless you are a person with a disability who is unable to apply online. The Contact can assist with general questions.

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

Contact information
E Division Criminal Analysis Section
Ediv_crimintel_recruiting@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

Please refer to the following PDF for more further information on applying to this position:.2022-06 RCMP Intelligence Analyst

 

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Apply now: Police Information Coordinator – Permanent Part-time

June 13, 2022 by Edwin Yong

Police Information Coordinator – Permanent Part-Time

The West Vancouver Police Department is looking to fill a Permanent Part-Time Police Information
Coordinator position to provide confidential clerical support within the Records Section.

The Police Information Coordinator position is responsible for providing clerical front-line support to the
Department and various outside Agencies by updating police file information to share within Canadian Law
Enforcement.

Basic requirements are Grade 12 supplemented with clerical/administrative experience. Previous employment in Law Enforcement, with experience in Police Records Information Management Environment (PRIME), JUSTIN and Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) databases would be considered an asset.

Applicants must possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, in order to be effective in
requesting and delivering information; be adaptable in responding to changing conditions and priorities; must be a team player with a positive attitude who collaborates with others; have the ability to deal courteously, tactfully and diplomatically with the general public as well as internal and external customers. Attention to detail to critically evaluate data and information with accuracy and perception is essential in the performance of the assigned duties.

The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance, including a polygraph
examination.

Position Status: WVMEA (Union) – Permanent Part-Time
Hours of Work: In Office – Rotating Schedule (Eg 2 on 3 off, 3 on 2 off)
Sat-Thurs 7:00AM – 2:00PM, Fri 9:30AM – 4:30PM
Including Statutory Holidays
Rate of Pay: WVMEA Paygrade 19, $31.55 – $37.15
Closing Date: Noon, June 21, 2022

For more information on the application process please visit the West Vancouver Police Department website at https://westvanpolice.ca/join-wvpd/civilian-opportunities

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FSCT 7005 – Solving a Crime Scenario! (prereqs: FSCT 7001 & FSCT 7002)

May 12, 2022 by Fiona Kerr

Students put their crime scene skills to the test in FSCT 7005! Their mission: to solve a crime scenario, then testify their findings on the stand in this hands on law course at BCIT.

The journey begins with FSCT 7001 (offered in the Fall term for students enrolled in: FS ACert or BTech, CIA BTech, and DF&C ACert or BTech programs).  This course is followed by FSCT 7002 in the Winter term and finishes with FSCT 7005 in the Spring/Summer for those in the FS ACert/BTech and CIA BTech programs.

Apply to one of these exciting programs today to receive some of the best education in Forensic Investigation!

 

 

 

 

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Safer Schools Together – Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Threat Analyst

May 5, 2022 by Edwin Yong

Safer Schools Together

We are the first company chosen to deliver provincial Violence Threat Assessment & Preventing Bullying Training to schools and communities in Canada.

Using best practice from the field of Student Violence Threat/Risk Assessment, we show you how to collect data and “connect the dots” – providing you with the tools necessary to prevent needless tragedy and violence.

Also offered are comprehensive prevention and intervention strategies to assist school districts and professionals with the identification, tracking and intervention of negative influences.

Position Summary

  • The Data Analyst / OSINT Threat Analyst is responsible for conducting social media scans and producing monthly reports of any concerning and worrisome content. Analysts are also expected to conduct scans and produce reports for clients on an as-needed basis.

Key Performance Competencies

  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to change
  • Proficient with social media and other online platforms
  • Strong judgment skills displaying critical thinking, problem-solving & decision making
  • Confident communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong ability to grasp new concepts, strategies, and initiatives
  • Detail-oriented and organized; ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and execute multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
  • In-depth knowledge and interest in current affairs; intellectual curiosity
  • Strong writing and editing skills
  • Collaborative and willing to contribute to a team environment.
  • Self-motivated; ability to work independently
  • High level of proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Willingness to examine disturbing information, including but not limited to content that is graphic, violent, sexual and/or racist in nature
  • Ability to determine the reliability and/or authenticity of sources and content

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Keep up to date with the latest trends in social media while maintaining a high level of proficiency in current social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Facebook, etc.)
  • Ability to extract accurate information from social media platforms and prove its relevancy, linking key subjects.
  • Monitor social media sites to identify subjects, current events, and emerging trends
  • Communicate professionally with clients providing immediate responses to client requests and producing reports with a high degree of accuracy (and without errors)
  • Work on-call shifts where clients must receive responses within 30 minutes of their request.
  • Ability to travel as work requires
  • Perform other duties as required
  • Willing to undergo a criminal record check

Education, Training, and Experience

  • Post-secondary diploma/degree in a relevant field, plus 2 to 3 years of research/analytical experience, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Solid knowledge and skills with related applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, content management systems, social media platforms, etc.
  • Proven communications skills with a demonstrated ability to research, analyze, plan and execute effectively and with impact
  • Extensive knowledge of social media platforms and their inner workings
  • Ability to present and convey findings clearly, particularly in regards to the explanation of complex findings to a less technical audience
  • Strong writing background and some experience with internal communications preferred

Physical Demands

  • The physical demands of typical office positions are expected. The ability to sit and perform terminal/computer work for lengthy periods is expected. Accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

  • Office environment made up of other threat analysts, the Administrative Team, and Senior Leadership
  • Business casual attire

Application:

Resume / Cover letter to:

steve_corbeil@saferschoolstogether.com

Closing date:

The posting is active until the position is filled.

 

 

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BCIT Forensic DNA Lab – Webinar on Latest Forensic DNA Technology!

April 25, 2022 by Fiona Kerr

The BCIT Forensic DNA Laboratory is working on validating the Verogen ForenSeq Signature Prep kit. This kit is run on a Next-Generation Sequencer and is able to not only analyze a number of forensic DNA markers simultaneously but also able to provide hair and eye colour as well as ancestry predictions for forensic samples.

On Thursday, April 21, 2022, Jason presented a webinar with Verogen about their new enhanced buffer for the kit and how it helps rescue challenging bone samples that are negatively impacted by PCR inhibitors.

Click here to watch the webinar!

 

 

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West Van Police – Purchasing & Supplies Coordinator (closing: Apr 15/22)

April 4, 2022 by Fiona Kerr

Purchasing & Supplies Coordinator – Permanent Full Time

The West Vancouver Police Department is looking to fill one (1) Permanent Full-Time
Purchasing & Supplies Coordinator position.The Purchasing & Supplies Coordinator position is responsible for the proper purchase, receipt, storage, and inventory control of a variety of supplies and materials.

The successful applicant will possess a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Inventory Control,
Purchasing and Administration; supplemented by related education, OR a suitable combination of
education, training, and experience.

Applicants must possess excellent communication skills in order to be effective in requesting and
delivering information; strong planning and organizational skills to coordinate and prioritize multiple
tasks; a high degree of accuracy, timeliness, efficiency, and computer literacy; must be a team player
with a positive attitude who collaborates with others; have the ability to deal courteously, tactfully and
diplomatically with internal and external customers.

Successful applicants will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance, including a
polygraph examination. You must be a Canadian Citizen or have Permanent Resident status.

Position Status: WVMEA (Union) – One (1) – Permanent Full Time
Hours of Work: In Office – Mon to Fri – 35 hours per week
Rate of Pay: In the range of $26.87 – $31.55
Closing Date: Noon, April 15, 2022

To Apply: Submit resume and cover letter to careers@wvpd.ca

For more information on the application process please visit the West Vancouver Police
Department website at https://westvanpolice.ca/join-wvpd/civilian-opportunities
We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Administrative Directive AD22-027

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West Vancouver Police – Police Clerk (closing: Apr 15/22)

April 4, 2022 by Fiona Kerr

POLICE CLERK – (Casuals)

The West Vancouver Police Department is looking to hire Casual Police Clerks to provide
confidential clerical support within the Records Section.

Police Clerks are responsible for providing clerical front-line service to the Department and various
outside Agencies, by updating Police file information to share resources within Canadian Law
Enforcement.

Basic requirements are Grade 12, supplemented with administrative education and/or experience.
Previous employment in Law Enforcement, working with Police Records Information Management
Environment (PRIME), JUSTIN and Canadian Police Information Center (CPIC) databases would be
considered an asset for the selection process.

Applicants must possess excellent communication skills to be effective in requesting and delivering
information; adaptability in responding to changing conditions and priorities; have attention to detail to
critically evaluate data and information with accuracy and perception; must be a team player with a
positive attitude who collaborates with others; have the ability to deal courteously, tactfully and
diplomatically with the general public as well as internal and external customers.

Casual Employees are expected to make themselves available for Statutory Holidays, Spring Break
(March), summer months (June-Aug) and Winter Break (Dec). Casual Employees must be available
to be booked at least four (4) shifts per month, when needed, to preserve their skillset.
Successful applicants will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance, including a
polygraph examination. You must be a Canadian Citizen or have Permanent Resident status.

Position Status: WVMEA (Union) – Casual
Hours of Work: On Call
between 7am-5pm on weekdays
between 7am-2pm on weekends & Statutory Holidays
Rate of Pay: In the range of $26.87 – $37.15 per hour plus 12% in lieu of benefits
Closing Date: Noon, April 15, 2022

To Apply: Submit resume and cover letter to careers@wvpd.ca

For more information on the application process please visit the West Vancouver Police
Department website at https://westvanpolice.ca/join-wvpd/civilian-opportunities
We want to thank all applicants,

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