Identification Technician I

AB
On-site
Posted Oct 20, 2026
1 position

$71,650–$89,997 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Oct 27, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Identification Technician is responsible for processing criminal identification, including collecting fingerprints and DNA samples from individuals charged with offenses. They also perform data entry into various police databases and provide evidence in court proceedings.

Job details

The Edmonton Police Services has an exciting opportunity for an individual to provide identification processing services under the authority of the Identification of the Criminal Acts of persons charged with criminal offences and the collection of DNA under the Criminal Code from persons ordered by the court. The responsibilities of this position include: Obtaining fingerprints, mug shot photographs and descriptive information of persons charged with or convicted of a dual and/or indictable offense by methods of Ink and Livescan. Providing a fingerprint analysis and comparison for confirmation of identity and comparison of latent friction ridge impressions against known suspect fingerprints for identification purposes. Conducting tenprint fingerprint searches in the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) and / or registration of tenprints. Taking fingerprints of EPS staff for employment purposes. Conducting subject searches on ORCA, EPROS, EMugs, CPIC and JOIN. Obtaining DNA samples from persons ordered by the courts to provide samples. Responding to correctional facilities to collect DNA samples and/or fingerprints. Dealing with persons with outstanding warrants and turning them over to police officers. Preparing and giving evidence in court. Data entry to various databases of information collected during the identification and DNA collection processes. Performing other related duties as required. The completion of a two (2) year Community College Law Enforcement Diploma with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in fingerprint processing. Understanding of the Criminal Code and the Identification of Criminals Act. Knowledge of fingerprinting techniques and practices. Ability to handle and resolve confrontational situations. Accuracy and attention to details. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to perform the physical demands of this position. Successfully complete an in-house Identification of Criminals training course and a one-year understudy program. Have a valid Class 5 Alberta driver's license. Ability to work shift work, including weekends and holidays. Hours of Work: 40 hours of work per week with 12-hour rotating shifts to provide 24-hour coverage, 7 days a week. Hours of work may be subject to the terms and conditions of variable hours or work program. Salary: 21B, Salary Grade: 017, $34.31 - $43.10 (Hourly); $2,745.2- $3,448.20 (Bi-Weekly); $71,649.72 - $89,996.98(Annually). The rates quoted are in accordance with a collective agreement between the Union and the City of Edmonton. General: The City of Edmonton thanks applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Candidates considered for the position will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. The successful applicant will be required to meet the requirements of and be appointed as a Community Peace Officer by the Department of Justice and Solicitor General, for the Province of Alberta. The option to work remotely is not available at this time Identification Technicians are in contact with a variety of people and may be exposed to infectious diseases, poor hygiene, violent outbursts and psychologically unstable individuals and as such will require in house safety training. As part of your pre-hire screening, you will be required to complete and Enhanced Security Clearance, Should you accept employment with the Edmonton Police service you acknowledge and agree to participate in future Enhanced Security Re-Clearances at scheduled intervals or in any other circumstances, exigent or otherwise as required by Human Resources Division. Applicants who have completed post-secondary education outside of Canada are encouraged to obtain an assessment of their credentials through the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS), https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx or another recognized Canadian credential evaluation service. For a list of designated evaluators, please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada, https://canalliance.org/en/default.html. Including an IQAS certificate or other credential assessment certificate from a recognized Canadian credential evaluation service with your application is recommended to support the evaluation of the applicant’s qualifications. The Province of Alberta is a party to the Federal Agreement on Internal Trade, the Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility with British Columbia and the New West Partnership Trade Agreement with British Columbia and Saskatchewan. All of these agreements promote labour mobility between the Provinces. Applicants may obtain information regarding recognition of extra provincial credentials at www.newwestpartnershiptrade.ca. Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation. HR Technician: GL

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must possess a two-year Community College Law Enforcement Diploma and at least two years of experience in fingerprint processing. Applicants are also required to hold a valid Class 5 Alberta driver's license and successfully complete an enhanced security clearance.