With more than 100,000 residents and a regional reach of over 300,000, it’s a growing hub for business, services, and opportunity. Enjoy abundant parks and trails, vibrant arts and culture, excellent recreation and education, and a strong sense of community. With easy access to lakes, outdoor adventures, and the mountains, plus a thriving economy and high quality of life, Red Deer is an inviting place to live, work, and grow. About The City Of Red Deer Municipal Government The City of Red Deer is a dynamic municipal organization with a $480M operating budget, a $60M capital program, and a workforce of nearly 1,700 employees. It is focused on growing with purpose by attracting talented, community-minded people who want to make a difference. Guided by the vision “Our City, One Voice,” Red Deer is building a thriving, inclusive, and connected community, with priorities centered on a vibrant economy, community wellbeing, and strong engagement. The Police Communications Operators are primarily the first point of contact for all incoming telephone calls (non-emergency and administrative) into the RCMP detachment from the public, Municipal Enforcement Officers, and all other third party clients. The position utilizes and is responsible for maintaining all relevant police databases, computer related software and communication devices. The purpose of this role is to triage all requests for service to determine the appropriate follow up or action required and plays a critical role in Municipal Enforcement Officer safety. Expertise in Police and Enforcement Databases




- solid proficiency with systems such as CIIDS, CPIC, and PROS, including creating, maintaining, and auditing records, running and interpreting queries, relaying critical safety information to officers. High ‑ Level Decision Making in Call Triage
- Evaluate incoming service requests, Prioritize calls based on protocols and risk, Make sound, quick decisions in a dynamic environment. Clear and Accurate Communication (Radio, Phone, Written)
- Communication is central to the job, including using Ten Codes and the Phonetic Alphabet, relaying accurate information to RCMP and Municipal Enforcement Officers, providing professional customer service to the public and partner agencies, errors in communication can directly affect safety and outcomes. Strong Administrative Accuracy and Attention to Detail
- Preparing and reviewing files, reports, and data entries, Handling confidential information with precision, Tracking statistics and maintaining detailed records, Accuracy is crucial for compliance and audit standards. Ability to Support, Mentor, and Collaborate With Team Members
- Training and mentoring employees on operator duties, supporting officers as a knowledgeable resource, assisting with other operational roles when needed.



Must have 3 years’ of direct related experience in a Police communications environment; may consider 3 years’ related experience in emergency communications. National RCMP Telecommunications Operator Course would be an asset. Ability to pass RCMP Security Clearance prior to receiving an offer of employment Must maintain RCMP Security Clearance throughout employment Must be able to satisfactorily complete tested course in RCMP PROS User Course, RCMP CPIC Maintenance Course, RCMP Records Information Manager Course, National Telecommunications Operator Course Must be able to satisfactorily complete Police Communications Operator training Must be able to work shift work, including evenings and weekends. Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 417 39.89 to $41.99 per hour. Shifts scheduled Monday to Sunday between the hours of 6:45 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. including Statutory Holidays. Must successfully pass a stringent RCMP Security Clearance before commencing employment. To qualify for this Security Clearance candidates must be a Canadian Citizen or permanent resident of Canada. The City of Red Deer does not permit the use of unauthorized internet resources or Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools (for example, Copilot, ChatGPT or any other form of AI) during interviews or any supervised or timed assessments. We are a municipal government, eager to meet tomorrow's challenges. We are always seeking creative and skilled individuals with the ability and desire to lead in our dynamic workplace.

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