Administration
The people and paperwork that keep the department running.
Responsible for departmental administration, personnel management and internal records.
Our mission
Administration looks after the day-to-day running of the department: personnel, records and documents. The division keeps information accurate and up to date so command and every other division can rely on it.
Responsibilities
What the Administration (ADMIN) is responsible for.
Departmental administration
Personnel management
Internal records
Typical duties
What members of this division commonly do.
Maintaining the personnel roster and records
Processing joiners, promotions and transfers
Tracking probation and certifications
Managing leave requests
Keeping departmental documents and procedures up to date
Preparing reports for command
Supporting recruitment and onboarding
Structure
The division is led by a Division Chief, who answers to department command.
Commanders oversee specific areas of administration and supervise members working on records, personnel and documents.
Entry to this division requires approval from the Colonel or Lt. Colonel.
Division leadership
How to join
The usual path into the Administration.
- Complete your 14-day probation and be an active, good-standing member.
- Earn the ADMIN certification through the department's certification process.
- Contact the Colonel or Lt. Colonel to express interest in joining.
- Attend an interview or discussion about the role.
- Receive approval from the Colonel or Lt. Colonel, then complete onboarding with division leadership.
This division needs approval from the Colonel or Lt. Colonel before you can join.
Training and expectations
Members are expected to be accurate, reliable and discreet with the information they handle.
New administrators are guided through the department's systems and procedures by an experienced member.
Frequently asked questions
Can I apply directly?
Entry to Administration is by approval from the Colonel or Lt. Colonel.
Do I need a certification?
Yes. You need the ADMIN certification.
Is the work mostly behind the scenes?
Largely, yes. It supports every other division and the department as a whole.
Will I see private information?
Some roles handle sensitive records. Members are expected to keep that information confidential.
Who do I ask if I have questions?
Contact the Colonel, the Lt. Colonel or a Commander in the division.
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