City of Kamloops

Security Clearance Specialist

(Permanent, On-Call) - 1105

Close Date: Open until filled
 
At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for everybody every day. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives.
 
We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops!
 
Let’s make Kamloops shine! Join our team today.

Position Overview
If you are looking for an opportunity that is dynamic and allows you to be flexible and manage your own time, the permanent, on-call Security Clearance Specialist – RCMP position with the City of Kamloops may be the job for you! In this role you get to meet and interview a variety of people and support the RCMP through the RCMP Enhanced Reliability Security clearance process. You will be supporting the City and RCMP detachment in the selection process for those deemed suitable for an RCMP Enhanced Reliability Security clearance. Apply today to join our team.

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:

1. Completion of secondary school or its equivalent.
2. Completion of basic training from a Canadian Police Training Institution.
3. Minimum five years’ recent experience in operational policing, including conducting investigations, report writing, and interviews.
4. Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence or equivalent.
5. Ability to obtain and maintain RCMP Secret Security Clearance. Please note, if you are unable to obtain or maintain an RCMP Reliability Security Clearance, your employment with the City will be terminated.

 
For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. This position will receive 14% in lieu of all benefits, vacation, stat holidays, and health time. This is a CUPE local 900 position.

More than one may be hired.

This position will remain open until filled.

Hourly Rate
$42.62

Hours & Days of Work
on-call  

Hours per Week
Up to 20 hours per week
 
Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by telephone, email hr@kamloops.ca or in person at 6- 510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.
 
External job postings are open to everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements of each job you apply for. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Applications are accepted online at kamloops.ca/careers.