Exhibit Custodian (Part Time - Temporary)

Vernon; Vernon; Hybrid; CAD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Vernon is seeking a detail‑oriented exhibits coordinator to manage seized property and exhibit records for court readiness. You will ensure proper handling, storage, and documentation under RCMP policy and PRIME/CPIC systems, with liaison duties for investigators.

Qualifications include a post-secondary certificate in Office Administration or Legal Secretary, and at least two years in a policing environment in operational support roles.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary certificate or equivalent.
• Experience in policing environment preferred.
• Minimum two years in operational support such as records review or court liaison.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for handling, safekeeping and storage of seized property to preserve continuity of evidence for court.
• Controls and monitors all exhibit documentation for accuracy and policy adherence.
• Manages movement, storage, and disposal of detachment exhibits with input from investigators.
• Responds to exhibit-related inquiries and routes as needed.
• Maintains an exhibit diary with court considerations and appeal periods.
• Conducts ongoing review of exhibits for quality assurance.
• Leads reviews to improve practices and recommends training.
• Provides training related to exhibits.

Skills

RCMP policy

PRIME system

CPIC system

Office software

Exhibit review

Oral & written communication

Education

Post-secondary certificate in Office Administration / Legal Secretary

Tools

PRIME system

CPIC system

Job description

Job Information

Internal Closing Date: Sept 2, 2026 External Closing Date: Sept 16, 2026 Note: Posting comes off at 12:00AM on the closing date, with the competition closing at 11:59pm the day prior.

Pay and Contract

Hourly Rate: 41.17 Minimum Weekly Hours: 17.5 Twelve (12) month term.

Reporting

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Municipal Support Services - RCMP , this position processes and controls all Detachment exhibits and performs a variety of other related functions as directed.

Duties

• Accountable for handling, safe keeping and storage of seized property to preserve continuity of evidence to achieve successful prosecutions in Court.
• Controls and monitors all exhibit documentation for accuracy and adherence to criminal law and to the policies and guidelines provided, and brings oversights to the attention of the appropriate supervisor or investigator.
• Controls the movement, storage, and disposition/destruction of all Detachment exhibits, soliciting input from investigating members as necessary to protect the integrity of the exhibit system.
• Responds to exhibit-related inquiries from the general public and takes appropriate action by way of dealing with the matter directly or referring the inquiry to the appropriate person.
• Maintains an exhibit diary date system that includes court considerations and appeal periods.
• Conducts ongoing review of exhibits to ensure accuracy and completeness for quality assurance.
• Manages and leads ongoing reviews to improve best business practices and make recommendations for training and education.
• Coordinates and conducts required training and education related to exhibits.
• Provides other related duties as required.
• All persons employed by the City of Vernon will be required to assist the City in providing emergency services. Duties assigned during an emergency may differ from regular duties.

Required Education and Experience

• Post-secondary certificate in Office Administration, Legal Secretary, or equivalent education.
• Minimum two years recent experience in a policing environment in an operational support role such as records review, court liaison, or police exhibit safeguarding.
• Valid B.C. Driver’s license.
• A combination of related education and experience may be considered.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Sound knowledge of RCMP policy, directives and procedures concerning exhibit handling.
• Sound knowledge of PRIME (Police Records Information Management Environment).
• Knowledge of CPIC (Canadian Police Information Centre) system.
• Proficient working with a variety of computer and related software applications and general office equipment.
• Ability to review exhibit files for clarity, completeness, accuracy and adherence to RCMP policy and procedure.
• Must obtain within three months, Canadian Firearms Safety Course for non-restricted and restricted weapons.
• Ability to obtain WHMIS upon commencement of the position.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and effectively prioritize, multi-task and co-ordinate a demanding workload.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an acceptable Police Information Check.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an RCMP Enhanced Reliability Status security clearance.