RCMP Watch Clerk Program

Town of Strathmore Council approves multi-year RCMP Watch Clerk Program.

Partnering to improve policing services in the region.

STRATHMORE, ALBERTA | June 8, 2023 – The Town of Strathmore has approved a Memorandum of Agreement with Rocky View County and Wheatland County for the continued funding of the RCMP Watch Clerk Program.

The funding agreement will cover the costs for three Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) watch clerk positions for a term of three years. Under the agreement, each partner municipality will share the costs equally.

In the past, these funding agreements were reviewed annually. Establishing a multi-year agreement creates a predictable funding model that offers competitive salaries and facilitates better recruitment and retention for these positions.

“This is a great opportunity to extend a regional partnership in a meaningful way. Ensuring we can attract and retain talented candidates for watch clerk positions will improve the efficiency of our RCMP detachment and their ability to serve our communities,” says Director of Community and Protective Services, Mark Pretzlaff.

A watch clerk is an administrative staff member who works the same shifts as constables on a particular RCMP watch. They perform a variety of administrative duties, allowing the RCMP members to be more visible on the roads and active within the community.

Wheatland County Council has already approved the Memorandum of Agreement. Rockyview County has voiced their support, and their approval is expected to be finalized in the near future. The Town of Strathmore is looking forward to finalizing this ongoing partnership, and the continuation of effective policing services in our region.