Job Description
Job Number: 54874
The Edmonton Police Service is committed to enhancing public safety and supporting the well‑being of our community through strong partnerships with citizens and law‑enforcement agencies across Canada and beyond. The CPIC (Canadian Police Information Centre) Unit offers a dynamic and fast paced environment with meaningful career opportunities, diverse responsibilities, and the chance to make a direct contribution to your community.
As a CPIC Operator, you will report to a CPIC Team Lead and play a key role in the secure dissemination of confidential information. This includes communicating by radio, telephone, in person, and through the CPIC system with police personnel and authorized external agencies. Operators collaborate closely with law enforcement partners to ensure that all information shared is accurate, reliable, and used appropriately.
We are seeking individuals with strong communication skills, detailed orientation, reliable with a commitment to professionalism to take on the following responsibilities:
Process criminal and traffic warrants, other court orders and police reports as required in a timely sensitive manner.
Perform data entry, removal and maintenance of agency records on the CPIC system.
Enter, audit, monitor and act upon requests received via CPIC message, in-person, telephone, fax and take appropriate action.
Respond to police field unit requests for information from specialized police databases and disseminate using radio operations, telephone and in person.
Transcribing live information using radio operations and telephone, with an emphasis on Officer Safety.
Support team success by training new CPIC Operators and verifying peer data entries.
Retrieving and re-filing files.
Performing other related duties as required.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent. Incumbents must complete a CPIC training course within two (2) years of appointment.
A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience within a Police/Court environment or a specialized area including experience in data entry and retrieval from data bases.
Extensive experience in data entry and retrieval of information from databases.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Effective communication (oral and written) skills with attention to detail.
Excellent ability to transcribe information with a high degree of accuracy.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure utilizing excellent prioritization and multi-tasking skills.
Strong reading and comprehension skills.
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment under pressure while maintaining composure in fast‑paced, high‑stress situations.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including the bending, lifting of banker boxes, etc.
Experience in radio communications would be considered an asset.
Hours of Work:
40 hours per week, 12-hour shifts, four days on/off rotating between 2 days and 2 nights shift pattern.
Salary Range:
21B, Salary Grade: 008, $26.272 - $32.923 (Hourly), $2,101.80 - $2,633.80 (Bi-Weekly), $54,855.94 - $68,743.22 (Annually).
The rates quoted are in accordance with a collective agreement between the Union and the City of Edmonton.
General:
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.
The option to work remotely is not available at this time.
Applicants may be tested.
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 the Human Resources Division.
The Province of Alberta is a party to the Federal Agreement on Internal Trade, the Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility with British Columbia and the New West Partnership Trade Agreement with British Columbia and Saskatchewan. All of these agreements promote labour mobility between the Provinces. Applicants may obtain information regarding recognition of extra provincial credentials at www.newwestpartnershiptrade.ca.
HR Technician: CZ
Classification Title: CPIC Information Operator I
Posting Date: Mar 19, 2026
Closing Date: Mar 26, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MST)
Number of Openings (up to): 3 - Permanent Full-time
Union : CSU 52
Department: Information Management Branch
Work Location(s): Southwest Division, 1351 Windermere Way SW Edmonton
The Edmonton Police Service is committed to enhancing public safety and supporting the well‑being of our community through strong partnerships with citizens and law‑enforcement agencies across Canada and beyond. The CPIC (Canadian Police Information Centre) Unit offers a dynamic and fast paced environment with meaningful career opportunities, diverse responsibilities, and the chance to make a direct contribution to your community.
As a CPIC Operator, you will report to a CPIC Team Lead and play a key role in the secure dissemination of confidential information. This includes communicating by radio, telephone, in person, and through the CPIC system with police personnel and authorized external agencies. Operators collaborate closely with law enforcement partners to ensure that all information shared is accurate, reliable, and used appropriately.
We are seeking individuals with strong communication skills, detailed orientation, reliable with a commitment to professionalism to take on the following responsibilities:
Process criminal and traffic warrants, other court orders and police reports as required in a timely sensitive manner.
Perform data entry, removal and maintenance of agency records on the CPIC system.
Enter, audit, monitor and act upon requests received via CPIC message, in-person, telephone, fax and take appropriate action.
Respond to police field unit requests for information from specialized police databases and disseminate using radio operations, telephone and in person.
Transcribing live information using radio operations and telephone, with an emphasis on Officer Safety.
Support team success by training new CPIC Operators and verifying peer data entries.
Retrieving and re-filing files.
Performing other related duties as required.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent. Incumbents must complete a CPIC training course within two (2) years of appointment.
A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience within a Police/Court environment or a specialized area including experience in data entry and retrieval from data bases.
Extensive experience in data entry and retrieval of information from databases.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Effective communication (oral and written) skills with attention to detail.
Excellent ability to transcribe information with a high degree of accuracy.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure utilizing excellent prioritization and multi-tasking skills.
Strong reading and comprehension skills.
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment under pressure while maintaining composure in fast‑paced, high‑stress situations.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including the bending, lifting of banker boxes, etc.
Experience in radio communications would be considered an asset.
Hours of Work:
40 hours per week, 12-hour shifts, four days on/off rotating between 2 days and 2 nights shift pattern.
Salary Range:
21B, Salary Grade: 008, $26.272 - $32.923 (Hourly), $2,101.80 - $2,633.80 (Bi-Weekly), $54,855.94 - $68,743.22 (Annually).
The rates quoted are in accordance with a collective agreement between the Union and the City of Edmonton.
General:
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.
The option to work remotely is not available at this time.
Applicants may be tested.
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 the Human Resources Division.
The Province of Alberta is a party to the Federal Agreement on Internal Trade, the Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility with British Columbia and the New West Partnership Trade Agreement with British Columbia and Saskatchewan. All of these agreements promote labour mobility between the Provinces. Applicants may obtain information regarding recognition of extra provincial credentials at www.newwestpartnershiptrade.ca.
HR Technician: CZ
Classification Title: CPIC Information Operator I
Posting Date: Mar 19, 2026
Closing Date: Mar 26, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MST)
Number of Openings (up to): 3 - Permanent Full-time
Union : CSU 52
Department: Information Management Branch
Work Location(s): Southwest Division, 1351 Windermere Way SW Edmonton
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The CPIC Information Operator I position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Edmonton offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.