Audio Transcription Clerk - Vancouver, Canada - Vancouver Police Department

Vancouver Police Department

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Vancouver Police Department

Audio Transcription Clerk:

COMPETITION:
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STATUS:

Temporary full-time

DURATION:

Until approximately July 26, 2023 _(Assignment may be extended or _reduced for operational reasons or due to circumstances that could not be foreseen at the time of posting)_

SECTION:

Police Transcription Service Unit, Information Management Section

HOURS OF WORK:

4-day compressed workweek - 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

SALARY:

Pay Grade 15 - $26.87 to $31.56 per hour

COMPETITION END DATE:

Friday, March 24, 2023

Responsible for producing verbatim transcripts from digital audio files using transcription software and equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Converts audio and video to suitable formats using the VLC Media Player when necessary
Extracts audio from video files received
Uses Start/Stop and FTR Audio/Video programs
Transcribes in accordance with the PTSU Business Rules
Transcribes audio at a rate where one minute of audio can be transcribed in approximately seven minutes
Listens to explicit descriptions of crimes and crime scenes that may be disturbing
Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Required:

Minimum 60 words per minute typing
Accurate transcription, spelling, and grammar
Attention to audio detail as it pertains to the context of the file being transcribed
Good hearing and excellent listening skills
Ability to maintain effective working relationships in a team environment

Preferred:

Working knowledge of police processes
Working knowledge of Start/Stop, FTR Player, and VLC Media Player

EXPERIENCE

Experience in transcribing from transcription equipment

EDUCATION

Grade 12

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

All employees must maintain their enhanced security clearance while employed with the Vancouver Police Department, which will be renewed every five years or as required

SELECTION PROCESS

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NOTE:
This position falls under the jurisdiction of Teamsters Local 31._

Education :
Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience :
Experience an asset