The Edmonton Police Services (EPS) has an exciting opportunity for one (1) individual to conduct forensic examination and identification of firearms, ammunition and any related components, firearm parts and accessories. Responsibilities of this position will include: 

• Interpreting visual and microscopic marks with careful consideration of uniqueness.
• Providing opinions based on observations using the accepted range of conclusions in the scientific community.
• Providing expert witness testimony in court-based examination findings.
• Ensuring the quality of work performed by the Firearms Examination Unit (FEU) personnel meet internal and generally accepted external standards.
• When required conducting regular quality assurance audits of processes and technical analysis performed by FEU personnel. 
• Ensuring proper protocol is in place for safety and security of personnel, exhibits and inventory. 
• Assisting in the continued professional development of FEU personnel within the Forensic Sciences Branch.
• Mentoring and facilitating the training of new and existing personnel.
• Facilitating continuous improvement within the FEU.
• Unit training and other related initiatives.
• Supporting EPS, Alert and provincial policing partners organizational plans and the delivery of day-to-day FEU services. 
• Collaborating with and ensuring that laboratory and examination processes adhere to internal and National Forensic Laboratory Services (NFLS) policies related to the operation of Integrated Ballistics Identification Systems (IBIS) and the Canadian Integrated Ballistics Identification Network.
• Performing other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• University degree with a major in physical, applied, or forensic science. 
• Minimum of four (4) years professional experience involving firearm examination and research in a laboratory.
• Minimum of two (2) years professional experience in IBIS acquisitions and correlations would be an asset. 
• Must provide proof of completion and certification from a recognized Firearm and Toolmark Examiner program.
• Must successfully pass a yearly proficiency examination. 
• Knowledge of the design, construction and safe operation of firearms and the various types of ammunition.
• Knowledge of modern laboratory methods, procedures and equipment related to firearm examination. Including but not limited to Serial Number restoration, drop testing, trigger Pull analysis. 
• Ability to provide expert opinion testimony in court.
• Experience producing comprehensive technical reports for investigators and courts.
• Knowledge of Privately Manufactured Firearms would be an asset
• Demonstrated history of providing excellent customer service and ability to deal with a high case load.  
• Demonstrated ability as a strategic thinker.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment. 
• As part of your pre-hire screening, you will be required to complete an Enhanced Security Clearance. Should you accept employment with the Edmonton Police Service you acknowledge and agree to participate in future Enhanced Security Re-Clearances at scheduled intervals or in any other circumstances, exigent or otherwise, as required by Human Resources Division.

Hours of Work: 

40 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Hours of work may be subject to the terms and conditions of a variable hours of work program.

Salary Range:  

21B, Salary Grade: 035, $48.41 - $61.15 (Hourly), $3,873.30 - $4,892.20 (Bi-Weekly), $101,092.61 - $127,685.38 (Annually). The rates quoted are in accordance with a collective agreement between the Union and the City of Edmonton.

General:

• Civic Service Union 52 members are asked to send a copy of their application to the union office.
• The City of Edmonton thanks applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Candidates considered for the position will be contacted.
• We are an equal opportunity employer.  We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
• Please include a current resume and covering letter with your online application. 

Do you have what it takes to combine your financial expertise with quick business decisions to provide financial advice and stewardship? Do you possess the skill set to ensure resources are utilized and aligned to delivering the best value for each dollar? Be the financial expert who gives sound practical advice to your business partner. Use your innovative thinking and keen understanding of your business partner’s operations to provide timely, meaningful and accurate financial information.

Within the Financial and Corporate Services Department, you will be part of the Business Financial Analytics team supporting the financial needs of the Parks, Roads, Services branch within City Operations as they strive to create a safe, healthy, and vibrant city. 

Reporting to the Finance Manager and supporting the Senior Accountant, this position is responsible for delivering activities associated with the preparation of complex financial analytics and contributing to the development of financial recommendations or advice provided to clients in support of their operations.

Your success will be measured by your ability to achieve timely results in the context of a respectful, inclusive and service-minded style. With a focus on the City of Edmonton’s Cultural Commitments to Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, you will:

• Provide financial analytics, strategic support and consultative services, facilitating a culture of strong financial governance and stewardship
• Contribute to the preparation and analysis of operating budgets, providing information to program managers to ensure accurate budget control and performance measurement
• Prepare a variety of management level reports, including monthly revenue and expenditure statements, reports on the financial implications of selected special projects, specialized statements, projections and estimated expenditures, with a focus on financial impacts related to changes and trends
• Conduct analysis of data to support budget adjustments ensuring that any rate/fee changes are considered; conducting comparisons, benchmarking, forecasting, projections, recovery ratios and links to agreements are all part of the considerations
• Contribute to the preparation of year-end financial statements and complete month-end and year-end closing of books, subject to review and approval, including preparing journal entries, analysis and meeting Corporate deadlines
• Provide support in preparing recommendations to Operations pertaining to financial policy and procedure,  analysis of cost drivers and identifying potential areas where financial issues may occur
• Work individually and as part of a team on specialized accounting assignments
• Provide technical and professional advice and assistance to department officials in matters pertaining to financial policy and procedure, cost analysis and budget preparation
• Provide cost accounting services to departments in areas of general cost reporting, inventory reconciliation and analysis of complex profit/cost relationships
• Provide support in business case development by generating reports and analysis to develop business case options for decision making by leadership/Council
• Provide support for capital lifecycle management as required
• Assist in the review and analysis of financial systems and initiate various improvements to upgrade the quality of financial and accounting systems
• Continuously improve processes and procedures to meet needs of internal clients alongside organizational and technology changes; champion business process changes on behalf of Financial Services
• Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications

• Minimum degree from a recognized post secondary institute in a related field
• Professional designation (CPA) is required
• Minimum three (3) years of progressively responsible related accounting experience preferably within the public sector environment, and in roles performing financial analytics. Experience working with operating financial planning and budgeting would be an asset
• Possess strong communication skills to build effective working relationships with business partners and to provide guidance and instruction to peers in the organization
• Requires thorough understanding of general accounting activities (i.e. budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis)
• Significant experience and proficiency in major financial and analytical software systems; a knowledge of the corporate financial system (SAP) and its interrelationship to departmental accounting operations would be an asset
• Ability to think logically and complete work with a high degree of accuracy
• High level of analytical and conceptual skills to identify and resolve complex financial problems
• Compliance with corporate and departmental policies and procedures, generally accepted accounting principles and CICA Handbook recommendations and Public Accounting Standards recommendations
• Excellent customer service while ensuring adherence to professional standards
• Effective prioritization and organizational skills
• Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more information on the City’s Cultural Commitments, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
• Demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviors and attributes of the City’s six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator.  For more information on the City’s leadership competencies, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
• Applicants may be tested

Reporting to the Supervisor for LRT Track and ROW Maintenance, this role is responsible for providing high level administrative support to the entire Transit Facilities group. 

With a focus on the City of Edmonton’s Cultural Commitments to Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, you will:

• Prepare and proofread various technical reports and other documents including Council reports, memos, specifications, technical reports, training materials, maintenance policies and procedures, and external correspondence
• Provide payroll information and assistance to the Transit Facilities group, including running payroll audit reports, resolving discrepancies, and advising staff on new or revised procedures and policies
• Attend technical meetings and take minutes. Organizing and sharing minutes as needed
• Organize and coordinate meetings with all clerical staff across the section to facilitate communication, training requirements, processes, and to assist with backfilling tasks as needed
• Compose various letters and documents on routine issues, develop training manuals, notices, orientation documents and memos
• Manage the administrative functions within the section to ensure corporate policies on documentation format, file retention and file system management are achieved
• Respond to Citizen inquiries by phone or email
• Help guide the area through the purchasing process, following CPSS and LRT Operations & Maintenance Guidelines
• Act as a section resource for SAP Ariba
• Process payment invoices for receipt of goods and services for Transit Facilities Maintenance Group
• Provide backup support for other clerks within the LRT Operations & Maintenance section when required
• General administrative duties as required

Qualifications

• Completion of the twelfth (12th) school grade including business subjects with emphasis on general office practices, or completion of an appropriate certificate program from an approved business school/college
• Administrative certificate or diploma would be an asset
• Minimum of 3 years progressively responsible and diversified office experience including payroll time entry, time audit reporting, minute taking, tracking action items, managing calendars, email inboxes, coordinating logistics and timing for meetings
• Considerable working experience of organizational and enterprise resource planning software such as SAP, Org Plus, Intelex, PeopleSoft and SAP Ariba
• Experience with Procurement related software programs
• Experience with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office including Documents, Drive, Sheets, Slides, Sites, and Groups
• Adaptable to changing priorities with the ability to make decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to foster effective working relationships
• Ability to maintain moderately complex records and to prepare reports from same
• Capable of executing tasks based on both verbal and written instructions
• Ability to deal courteously with the public
• Hire is dependent on a Criminal Records Check (CRC) security clearance that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton and is a requirement of this position, there may be a cost associated with this requirement
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results in the context of a respectful, inclusive and service-minded style
• Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more information on the City’s Cultural Commitments, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
• Demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviours and attributes of the City’s six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator. For more information on the City’s leadership competencies, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
• Applicants may be tested
  

The City of Edmonton is committed to inclusive, respectful and equitable workplaces that represent the communities we serve. We continuously improve our systems, policies and practices to remove barriers and ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. We value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourage you to apply. To learn more, see the Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework here: https://bit.ly/3hd2d95.