Booking Technician - Halifax, Canada - Halifax Regional Municipality

Halifax Regional Municipality

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Halifax, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Posting

Reporting to the Sergeant i/c Prisoner Care Facility, the Booking Technician(s) are responsible for ensuring the safe and secure custody of all prisoners, processing Criminal Code offenses, and preparing release and remand documents, while at all times respecting the confidential nature of the position.
It is expected that the incumbent has a genuine appreciation for and understanding of protocol, discretion and professionalism, is able to accept and assume responsibility, and has the ability to interpret and make decisions in accordance with prescribed procedures and practices of Halifax Regional Police. This position is currently located at David P. McKinnon Police Headquarters, 1975 Gottingen Street, Halifax.

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Process and supervise all prisoners. This includes proper health assessment previous to entry to cells, monitoring a thorough search and constant health monitoring through mandatory 15minute checks. Court preparation is secondary to these care functions.
Responsible for quality of fingerprints and photographs
Perform fingerprint and photographs using automated or manual process, as required
Responsible for Prisoner Care Facility
Responsible for the general administration of the Prisoner Care Facility
Maintain a log of checks on prisoners
Perform bail hearings
Maintain a safe and secure environment
Responsible for safe keeping and return of property for individuals in custody
Provides or obtains medical attention for prisoners when needed and appropriate
Reports all significant incidents to the NCO in charge of Prisoner Care Facility
Liaise with NCO in charge Prisoner Care Facility daily and when workload or staffing interferes with prisoner care
Processes all prisoners charged under the Criminal Code of Canada
Prepares all documents (release and court documents as well as documents for remand)

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Complete a daily report of events during shift
Monitor equipment and supplies within the lockup area

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Grade 1
Graduate of a Correctional Officer Training Program; or
Previous training as a police officer or military police officer with 3 years relevant experience; or
Previous education in corrections or security training and 3 years relevant experience
Must have a current certificate in Standard First aid and CPR

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

Working knowledge of the Criminal Code, Provincial and Federal Statutes as well as Municipal Statutes
Ability to write factual appraisals and reports in an automated computer format
Understanding of bail hearings and remand processes pertaining to a lockup facility
A mature, professional approach to responsibility
Strong understanding of risk management
Experience working within strict deadlines and guidelines in a complex and changing highpressure work environment
Must be able to keep accurate and welldocumented records
Crisis management skills
Effective interpersonal communication and organizational skills
Ability to set priorities, tact and independent judgement
Knowledge of selfdefense techniques, an asset

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Competencies:

Communication, Conflict Management, Customer Service, Decision Making, Flexibility, Initiative, Organization and Planning, Stress Management, Teamwork and Cooperation and Valuing Diversity.

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WORK STATUS:Permanent Part-time

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HOURS OF WORK: Shift work, with a minimum of 4 hours per shift and a minimum of 20 hours per week. Any hours over 40 hours per week will be paid at an overtime rate of time and a half.
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SALARY: $28.61 per hour per the Halifax Regional Police Association Collective Agreement
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WORK LOCATION: 1975 Gottingen Street, Halifax
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CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 p.m. on
Wednesday February 28, 2024.*

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) and who require accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Recruiter when invited to the assessment process.

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