Exhibit Control Officer

Exhibit Control Officer

The Exhibit Control Officer is responsible for the security and safekeeping of all property seized by or surrendered to the RCMP. This position is accountable to the Criminal Justice System and the RCMP with respect to maintaining evidentiary continuity and the lawful disposal of seized articles.

Responsibilities

Security and Safekeeping

- Logs, records and transfers all exhibits into storage and monitor all movements in accordance with policy and procedure.

- Maintains records suitable for continuity in court and testify as required.

- Ensures seized firearms are registered and tracked with the Canada Firearms Centre as per the requirements of the Canada Firearms Act.

- Safe handling and disposal of explosives, biohazard, corrosive and flammable material.

Quality Assurance

- Remains current in applicable laws and statutes and all related RCMP directives and policies.

- Conducts routine audits of all inventories.

- Ensures storage sites and exhibits are properly maintained to avoid contamination.

- Evaluates internal procedures and identifies shortcomings and offers solutions or corrective action.

- Corresponds with Health and Welfare Canada for authority for destruction of illegal drugs.

- Responsible for quality assurance of detention and forfeiture applications and compliance as directed by courts.

- Researches all available database systems to identify lawful owner/insurance companies for return of property.

- Forwards cash deposits to the Receiver General of Canada and liaises with Federal, Provincial and Municipal property management agencies for conveyance of property.

Storage and Cost Efficiency

- Researches avenues to minimize the cost of complying with destruction orders and storage of exhibits.

- Audits and assesses storage facilities to maximize the use of space.

Training

- Creates and maintains training packages for RCMP cadets/coordinates exhibit training days for cadets.

- Conducts presentations at RCMP Regular Member training days on exhibit policies, procedures and use of Police Records Information Management Environment (PRIME) Property Module.

- Provides continued training and guidance as needed.

- Identifies inappropriate application of search and seizure and provides direction to Members and their Supervisors.

Knowledge

This position requires a law enforcement background and/or extensive experience (3-5 years) in a policing environment, sound knowledge of Criminal Code, Federal and Provincial Statutes, RCMP policy and directives, PRIME (Police Records Information Management Environment), Police Information Retrieval System (PIRS), Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC), Evidence manager, Canada Firearms Safety Course (non-restricted and restricted), Firearms Identification for Public Agents, Canada Firearms Centre Public Agents appointment, Forklift Operation Certificate, WHMIS Certificate (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System). Must have a valid British Columbia Driver's Licence in good standing.

Skills & Abilities

Responsibility/Accountability, Professional Credibility, Technical Expertise, Service Excellence, Problem Solving, Conflict Resolution, Communication Excellence, Team Building, Innovation, Decision Making, Leadership, Project Management, Financial/Administrative Accountability.

Must possess strong organizational skills and sound computer skills. Must have a strong ability to multitask and perform duties in varied conditions and be physically fit. Must be able to obtain and maintain an RCMP security clearance.

Physical Demands

Some light lifting and moving of exhibits. Use of ladders.

Special Instructions to Applicant

Applications are only accepted until 4:00pm on the closing date.

Benefits and Compensation

The annual salary for this position ranges from $76,275 to $88,988, depending on qualifications and experience. Most candidates can expect to start in the lower to mid-range of this scale, with opportunities for salary growth based on performance and tenure. We offer progressive employment practices and a great work environment. This is an exempt position that offers a competitive salary, employer-paid comprehensive benefits package, an earned day off program, paid vacation and one of Canada's top pension plans.

The City of Kelowna is committed to being an organization that values and reflects its community's diverse population, and to fostering an equitable, inclusive and progressive work environment where everyone can be their authentic self and feels a sense of belonging.

Pay Rate

$76,275 to $88,988 annually

Posting Date

01/13/2026

Closing Date

01/23/2026

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday. Standard hours per day: 7 hours.

Hours of Work

6:00am to 2:00pm, 7:00am to 3:00pm, 8:00am to 4:00pm, shift work.

Work Location

POLICE SERVICES BUILDING

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents:

- Resume

- Cover Letter

Optional Documents:

- Driver's Abstract

- Other Document 1

- Other Document 2

- Other Document 3

- Other Document 4

Supplemental Questions

- * Do you have experience working in a policing environment?

- Yes

- No

- * How many years experience do you have working in a Police environment?

- None

- 0 - 1 years

- 1 - 2 years

- 2 - 4 years

- over 4 years

- * How many years experience do you have working within Police Records Information Management Environment (PRIME)?

- None

- Less than 1 year

- 1 to 2 years

- 2 to 4 years

- More than 4 years

- * How many years of experience do you have with providing administrative direction and guidance on operational files?

- None

- Less than 1 year

- 1 to 2 years

- 2 to 4 years

- 4 to 6 years

- More than 6 years

- * Do you possess or have the ability to obtain an RCMP Security Clearance?

- No

- No but I am able to obtain

- Yes, I currently have

- * This position requires an RCMP Enhanced Security Clearance. For Enhanced Security Clearances, the individual must have Canadian citizenship or Permanent Resident status. Do you possess either Canadian citizenship or Permanent Resident status?

- No

- Yes

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