Police Audio Transcription Clerk

6 days ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Vancouver Police Department Full time $42,000 - $68,000 per year
Vancouver Police Department
Police Audio Transcription Clerk

COMPETITION: #

Classification: Clerk Typist III

UNIT/TEAM: Police Transcription Service Unit

DIVISION: Support Services Division

SECTION: Information Management Section

STATUS:

Temporary Full-Time

DURATION:

Approximately February 25, 2026

(Assignment may be extended or reduced for operational reasons or due to circumstances that could not be foreseen at the time of posting)

HOURS OF WORK:

4-Day Compressed Work Week

Hours: hrs

SALARY:

Pay Grade –15 $29.20-$34.30 per hour

COMP. END DATE:

Thursday, October 30, 2025

"NOT JUST A JOB . . . A CONTRIBUTION"

Summary

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

Essential Duties

  • Transcribes verbatim sensitive digital audio files received from various units (Homicide, Robbery & Assault, Arson, Sex Crimes, Patrol) of various sound quality
  • Transcribes audio from 911 calls, radio transmission calls, pre-trial phone conversations and voicemail recordings
  • Converts audio and video to suitable formats using the VCL 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 1 minute of audio can be transcribed in approximately 7 minutes
  • Listens to explicit descriptions of crimes and crime scenes that may be disturbing
  • Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & 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 Audio, VCL Media Player

EXPERIENCE:

REQUIRED:

  • Experience using transcription equipment and devices

EDUCATION:

REQUIRED:

  • Completion of secondary school, or equivalent, at minimum

OTHER REQUIREMENT(S):

  • All employees must maintain their Enhanced Security Clearance while employed with the Vancouver Police Department. Enhanced Security Clearances will be renewed every 5 years or as required.
  • Selection Process:

Shortlisted candidates will be required to pass typing (60 WPM), grammar, spelling, and an audio transcription test in order to move forward in the interview process.

This position falls under the jurisdiction of Teamsters Local 31

Applicants should submit a resume via email to 4:30 p.m. of the closing date. The competition number must be indicated in the subject line of the email.

THE VANCOUVER POLICE DEPARTMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Education : Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience : Experience an asset



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