Property Clerk

Government of Alberta; Fort Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Alberta is seeking a dedicated Property Clerk at the Fort Saskatchewan Correctional Centre. You will manage inmate property, receipts, storage and issue of personal effects, and support laundry operations and clothing changes.

You will report to the Operational Services Supervisor and work with government policies, ensuring accurate records, compliance, and efficient inmate stores management in a secure facility.

Qualifications

• Some high school education and one year of related experience.
• Equivalency: education or experience considered on a year-for-year basis.
• Valid driver`s license may be required for vehicle operations.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify and process inmate monies and forward to inmate accounts.
• Receive inmate clothing and property and ensure safe storage.
• Prepare releases, transfers and ensure property and documentation match.
• Complete documentation for receipt, release, transfers and property issues.
• Search inmate property for contraband.

Skills

Inventory management

Record keeping

Cash handling

Attention to detail

Correctional environment experience

Education

High school education or equivalent

Tools

ORCA system

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

Ministry:Public Safety and Emergency Services

Location: Fort Saskatchewan Correctional Centre

Full or Part-Time:Full Time

Hours of Work:36.25 hours per week

Permanent/Temporary: Temporary – 6 months

Closing Date: November 5, 2026

Classification: Subsidiary 01B 3625 Operational Services 2

Salary: $1,775.28 to $2,246.29 bi-weekly ($46,334 - $58,628/year).

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities.

The Ministry of Public Safety and Emergency Services has significant oversight and involvement in the public security and emergency services through its various divisions and operations. The department is responsible for the administration of law enforcement, correctional services, policing and police oversight and public safety. The Ministry supports crime prevention and restorative justice programs, as well as programs and services to support victims of crime, including those affected by domestic violence and human trafficking. The Ministry also coordinates large scale emergency and disaster prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery programs and initiatives.

Are you interested in a role where your attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to accuracy make a meaningful difference? Join our team as a Property Clerk and play an important role in managing, documenting, and safeguarding property while supporting the effective operation of our facility.

Reporting to the Operational Services Supervisor, you will maintain the inmate stores and be responsible for receipt, storage and issuance of inmate’s personal effects and recovery of clothing, bedding, toiletries, and other personal items from inmates. Other responsibilities include laundry operation and clothing change. May be required to cover-off warehouse area. A sound knowledge of government policy and regulation is required for this position as well as possessing knowledge and experience in using ORCA.

Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Receiving, verifying and processing all inmate monies and forwards to inmate accounts.
• Receiving inmate personal clothing and property and transfers from other Centres and ensures safe storage.
• Preparing all releases, courts, and transfers as required and ensures all property and documentation match.
• Completing documentation in regards to the receipt, release, transfers and issuing inmate clothing and property.
• Searching inmate property for contraband.
• Tracing missing property from other Centres.

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

To be successful in this role and working environment, candidates must be able to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Creative Problem Solving - Ability to assess issues and implications, share knowledge and learnings while being open to new and different ways to approach ideas.
• Agility - Ability to prioritize competing workload pressures in an effective manner and contribute to the center/unit goals.
• Develop Networks- establish and sustain meaningful relationships and work collaboratively with a variety of cross-functional units and stakeholders.
• Systems Thinking - Demonstrate and apply an understanding of the broader impact (internal and external) of the work completed by the Centre.

Qualifications

Some high school education and one year of related experience; or equivalent as described below.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of one (1) year of related education for one (1) year of experience; or one (1) year of experience for one (1) year of related education.

A valid driver`s license is required for this position as the successful candidate will be required to operate a Government of Alberta vehicle.

Assets:

• experience in inventory management and stock control;
• experience maintaining accurate records, logs and databases;
• experience handling cash, valuables, or confidential documents;
• experience working in the fast-paced environment requiring accuracy, organization, and attention to detail;
• experience working in a correctional, law enforcement or similar environment.

This posting will be used to fill one temporary (6 months) full-time position at the Fort Saskatchewan Correctional Centre.

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week.

Final candidates will be required to provide a Fingerprint Based Criminal Record Check. You are only required to provide this check if requested. We cannot accept on-line Criminal Record Checks, from a non-Policing Agency.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contactTetyana Adamyk at [e-mail] .