Under the direction of the Sergeant of the Intelligence Section, the Program Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the mandate of the Crime Stoppers program is fulfilled.  The mandate of the Crime Stoppers program is to receive and process anonymous tips from the public that help in the detection, apprehension and conviction of criminals and the recovery of property obtained through the commission of crimes and seizure of stolen property and illicit drugs.  The Program Coordinator will administer all aspects of the Crime Stoppers program including the receiving and processing of tip information; monitoring the police investigation; making recommendations to the Crime Stoppers Board on financial rewards to be paid out and engaging the community in order to raise awareness of the Program. The ideal candidate will have excellent communications skills and be comfortable managing confidential information in a secure environment.

Requirements include completion of Grade 12 or equivalent; five years experience as a police officer or working within a police environment with appropriate knowledge of legislation and regulations pertaining to the conduct of Crime Stoppers operations, including the Criminal Code of Canada, provincial legislation, privacy legislation, records management; proficiency in interview techniques, effective note-taking, compilation of accurate and concise reports and thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. The successful candidate is required to possess a valid B.C. Class 5 Drivers License and must meet all background checks, security clearances and vulnerable sector screening.  This position will work 8 hours per day, Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday, 32 hours per week.