About the position
DutiesThe Alberta RCMP Strategic Communications Unit is a fast-paced, work environment where no two days look the same! The unit provides communications assistance to all levels of the Alberta RCMP including all units and detachments. The 24 positions in the unit provide a wide range of services for both internal and external audiences including media relations, social media management, strategic advice, crisis communications, communications planning, web support, video productions, and graphic design.
Part of the Digital Media Group within the Strategic Communications Unit, the Graphic Arts Technician provides professional in-house graphic design services by developing communication products that support divisional priorities. The role also delivers photography services and provides specialized technical support for select investigations and operations.
Intent of the process
The intent of this process is to staff a position on a indeterminate basis in Edmonton, Alberta, and create a pool of qualified candidates. The pool of qualified candidates may be used to staff similar positions with various tenures (i.e. indeterminate, term, deployment, acting, assignment and secondment) within the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
Should a Civilian Member (CM) be found qualified and selected for appointment, the appointment will not result in a change of status to the Public Service (PS) category for the CM.
Positions to be filled
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Important messages
*ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED*
Candidates will be assessed through an exam, portfolio presentation, interview and reference checks
Applicants are responsible for ensuring all information provided on their application is accurate and up to date at the time of application.
For this selection process, we will communicate with applicants by e-mail. Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid e-mail address and ensure this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CANDIDATE TO ENSURE ACCURATE CONTACT INFORMATION IS PROVIDED AND UPDATED AS REQUIRED.
Candidates will be required to pay for their own travel (including travel for assessment purposes), and may be required to pay for their own relocation expenses.
Volume Management strategies may be used.
Candidates invited to the assessment stage will be required to provide ORIGINAL proof of their education credentials, i.e., their degree or official transcript. Failure to do so may result in you not being considered further in the selection process.
Candidates will be asked to provide proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent residency.
Conditions of employment
RCMP Top Secret Security Clearance
Those selected must meet and maintain the above condition of employment throughout their employment.
The process requires a Security/Reliability Interview, a field investigation in matters of credit/finances, education, employment, references, etc.
‼️In accordance with the Treasury Board Secretariat(TBS) Directive on Security Screening, effective January6, 2025, Canadian citizenship is a requirement for a TopSecret clearance. Please note that while a Top Secretclearance is not required at the time of application, allconditions of employment, including security clearance,must be met prior to appointment and maintained forthe duration of employment in the position.
Please refer to the TBS Directive on Security Screeningfor more information: https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=32805#annA1
Operational Requirements
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Willingness and ability to work overtime as required
- Willingness and ability to travel for work and/or training purposes using various modes of transportation (including owned or leased government transport, commercial and light aircraft) and up to and including remote locations).
- Willingness and ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Willingness and ability to work in a busy police environment, including exposure to unsettling and/or graphic material
- Willingness and ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 60 pounds.
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
🎓EDUCATION
- A diploma or degree in photography and/or graphic design from a recognized post-secondary school*
*Proof of education will be required prior to appointment
Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. See Degree equivalency link below.
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💼EXPERIENCE
Ex1 – Recent** and significant*** experience using desktop publishing software including Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel PowerPoint) to plan, design and produce print and digital material.
**Recent experience signifies within the last two (2) years.
***Significant experience is defined as the depth and breadth of experience normally associated with approximately two (2) years of experience
Ex2 – Experience applying corporate branding standards to a variety of print and digital products.
Ex3 – Experience in photography using tools like DSLR cameras and various lighting techniques.
Ex4 – Experience in working with internal or external clients
Applied / assessed at a later date
KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of digital media platforms including social media and video conferencing applications
ABILITIES AND SKILLS
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally.
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task workload
- Ability to work independently
PERSONAL SUITABILITY
- Thinking Things Through
- Working Effectively with Others.
- Showing Initiative and Being Action-Oriented
- Demonstrating Integrity and Respect
You may need (asset qualifications)
May be applied / assessed at a later date
ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working and producing graphic design products in a policing environment
- Experience designing products for the Government of Canada and adhering to branding standards
Our commitment
We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
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Equity, diversity and inclusion
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.
Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.
Preference
Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.
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