Administrative Roles

General Information

There are a number of administrative roles with the Kingston Police. Brief descriptions are outlined below where required. These roles are generally filled on a part-time, casual basis without a guarantee of set hours. As employees gain experience, they may apply for internal competitions and full-time, permanent roles.

Records and Front Desk/Reception
Some of the responsibilities of Records Clerks and Front Desk/Reception employees include but are not limited to:
  • Assisting members of the public by providing information and services;
  • completing reports and data entry with a high level of accuracy; and
  • typing and clerical support duties.
What qualifications are we looking for?
  • Strong customer service skills;
  • confidence and skill in stressful situations;
  • attention to detail and accuracy of work is essential;
  • experience with computers and software applications;
  • keyboarding skills of at least 35 words per minute;
  • a minimum of grade 12 education or equivalent;
  • knowledge of office procedures, rules and regulations; and
  • must pass an investigative background check.

Communicator/911 Dispatcher
Communicators act as dispatcher and call-takers (in emergency and non-emergency situations). Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • dispatching calls for service to police officers, ensuring adequate police coverage;
  • supporting police officers and public safety; and
  • answering and responding to incoming calls, as well as calls received from the 9-1-1 telephone system in a calm and efficient manner.
What qualifications are we looking for?
  • Excellent verbal, written and listening skills;
  • excellent customer service skills;
  • confidence and skill in stressful situations;
  • communications experience;
  • emergency service experience;
  • keyboarding skills of at least 35 words per minute;
  • minimum of grade 12 education or equivalent; and
  • must pass an investigative background check.


Interested in one of these roles when they become available?



Submit your résumé with a cover letter and any supporting documentation, such as relevant certificates, letters of reference related to employment or community service, or other related documents.

All docments submitted must be stapled together, no document protectors/plastic sleeves, binders or binding of any kind please.

Mail or deliver in person to:
Human Resources Manager
705 Division Street
Kingston , Ontario K7K 4C2

For more detailed information please contact Human Resources at 613-549-4660 extension 2287

Note:  Resumes are kept on file for one year from date of receipt and will be considered for part time casual employment as it occurs throughout the year.