RCMP Administrative Assistant

District of Sechelt; Sechelt; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Sechelt is looking for an Administrative Assistant to provide front-counter service and administrative support to the RCMP detachment. Candidates must have completed Grade 12 and an Administrative Assistant Certificate, along with two years of clerical experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and exceptional communication skills is essential. The position offers a casual working arrangement with a wage of $31.59- $36.50 per hour, plus benefits. Applications are due by December 18, 2025.

Benefits

Paid holidays

Health and welfare benefits

Unionized position

Qualifications

• Must hold Grade 12 or equivalent and an Administrative Assistant Certificate.
• Required minimum of two years’ clerical support experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and adaptable to new software.

Responsibilities

• Provide front-counter service and phone responses to public inquiries.
• Assist with data uploads and police information system maintenance.
• Deliver excellent customer service in a possibly stressful environment.

Skills

Clerical support experience

High proficiency with Microsoft Office

Excellent communication skills

Typing speed of at least 50 wpm

Customer service skills

Education

Grade 12 (or equivalent)

Administrative Assistant Certificate

Tools

RCMP databases (PRIME, CPIC)

Microsoft Office

Job description

RCMP Administrative Assistant

Competition No. 2025-24

Casual

About Us

Sechelt is a vibrant seaside community of ~10,000 residents, located between the Strait of Georgia and the Sechelt Inlet on the traditional and unceded territory of the shíshálh Nation. Known for stunning beaches, trails, and year-round festivals, Sechelt offers a relaxed west coast lifestyle just 40 minutes from Vancouver via ferry.

The Opportunity

The Administrative Assistant provides front-counter service and phone responses to the public as well as administrative and operational support in a confidential manner to the detachment in general. Operational support includes but is not limited to data upload in PRIME, TSMIT (Traffic Services Management Information Tool) and CPIC (Canadian Police Information Centre) maintenance. Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid RCMP reliability security clearance as a condition of employment.

Role Requirements

Applicants must meet the following essential qualifications:

• Completion of Grade 12 (or equivalent) plus completion of a post‑secondary Administrative Assistant Certificate program
• a minimum of two years’ experience providing clerical support, preferably in a policing, legal or emergency services environment
• a high level of proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office tools and the ability to easily learn new programs with training.
• the ability to demonstrate excellent communication skills, integrity and respect, initiative, critical thinking skills and exercising sound judgement
• the ability to work in a team‑oriented environment
• the ability to effectively prioritize a varying workload with shifting priorities
• the ability to offer excellent customer service while working in potentially stressful environment in dealing with difficult clients
• a typing speed of at least 50 wpm

Candidates who can demonstrate an acceptable combination of knowledge, skills and progressively responsible experience will also be considered.

Preferred

• A high degree of proficiency with various policing databases such as PRIME, PIRS, CPIC and experience using WavPEDAL, TSMIT, computerized and manual records management is preferred.
• Knowledge of RCMP policies, procedures, terminology, court processes and confidentiality considerations is also preferred.
• Candidates who have obtained the RCMP enhanced security clearance will be given priority. If not already held, the successful applicant will be required to complete the RCMP’s enhanced security clearance.

Working Conditions

This is casual, unionized position within the BCGEU. Wage for the position is set at Grid Level 6, $31.59- $36.50 (2026 rate) per hour plus 9.8% of the straight‑time pay in lieu of scheduled vacations, paid holidays, health and welfare benefits and other paid leave. Shifts will be scheduled on an as‑needed basis and there will be no guaranteed hours. District supports employment equity in accordance with the Human Rights Code of B.C.

Accommodations

The District of Sechelt is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace. Applicants who require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process are encouraged to notify us. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code.

Applications

Qualified applicants are invited to apply online with their resume and cover letter at www.sechelt.ca/careers, attention to Julia Wood, HR Advisor.

This competition will close at 4:30 pm on Thursday, December 18, 2025.

The District would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for the interview process will be contacted.