The Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ontario Provincial Police, and West Region are seeking a qualified individual to join our Haldimand Detachment. In this exciting, rewarding and challenging opportunity, you will provide administrative, clerical and court support to Detachment personnel in the co-ordination and processing of administrative services.

About Us:

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is one of North America's largest deployed police services with more than 5,800 uniformed officers, 2,400 civilian employees and 830 Auxiliary officers. We provide essential services that ensure the safety and security of the people of the Province of Ontario. The OPP is a division of the Ministry of the Solicitor General, the largest operational ministry in the province with a presence in every community across Ontario. We are the largest police service in Ontario and the second largest in Canada.

Haldimand County's 1,252 square kilometers stretches north from Lake Erie with the picturesque Canadian Heritage Grand River running through it. Niagara Region borders us to the east and Norfolk County to the west. To the northeast lies the City of Hamilton, where many of our 45,608 residents work and shop. Haldimand is a 1 to 2 hour drive to major cities like Toronto and Buffalo (New York) making us centrally located for access to key markets. Situated between the City of Hamilton and Niagara Region, Haldimand benefits from the low cost of living.

The OPP Values promote always doing the right things for the right reasons, by:

• Serving with PRIDE, PROFESSIONALISM and HONOUR.
• Interacting with RESPECT, COMPASSION and FAIRNESS.
• Leading with INTEGRITY, HONESTY and COURAGE.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?

To provide administrative, clerical and court support to Detachment personnel in the co-ordination and processing of administrative services.

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• Ability to pass an OPP background/ security investigation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Problem-solving to check and verify a variety of reports, forms, and documents for accuracy; follow-up and correct where appropriate e.g. WIN, overtime sheets, invoices, CPIC purge and validation lists.
• Knowledge of and skill in computer operation and software including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint to produce court documents, type correspondence, prepare presentations and produce financial/statistical reports; and knowledge of specific software applications such as the Integrated Court Offences Network, CPIC, PARIS, Parklane, Entrust, Access, Powercase, WIN, DAR. Knowledge of records management practices and Niche RMS technology to maintain an organized, up-to-date records system.
• Written communication skills to compose correspondence, prepare court documents, proofread a variety of documents, compile reports and summarize information.
• Plans and prioritizes own work on a daily basis. Works under general supervision in performing clerical and administrative support duties.
• Identifies and analyzes the nature of enquiries or calls, some of which are confidential and/or sensitive in nature, gaining clarity of request, and determines how best to respond or whether to refer person to a uniformed officer or other personnel.
• Exercises sensitivity, tact and diplomacy while greeting and responding to requests for information from individuals who are sometimes distraught, overly emotional or irate.
• Ability to work well as a member of a team, utilize effective problem-solving skills and preserve confidentiality.

Additional Information:

Ensure that you read the job description to make sure you understand this job. Even if you don't meet every requirement in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.

At this time, all employees working in congregate living settings are required to provide proof they are fully vaccinated, meaning they are fully vaccinated as defined by the Ministry of Health (refer to: COVID-19 Fully Vaccinated Status in Ontario), including 14 calendar days have passed since receiving their final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Employees who do not provide proof of full vaccination will be deemed ‘not vaccinated' under the Employer's policy and will be required to attend a vaccine education program, as determined by the Employer. Employees who are not vaccinated under the policy with a valid medical exemption will not be required to attend a vaccine education program. All employees working in congregate living settings must undergo regular rapid antigen testing, regardless of vaccination status.

Application Instructions:

Resume / cover letter must be received no later than 11:59 pm on 22-Dec-2022. Submit quoting WIN ID # (if applicable) and file # 22-395 showing how your qualifications, training and experience relate to the position to: Jason Warner.

Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

Email: jason.warner@opp.ca

The Ontario Provincial Police is dedicated to ensuring open, accessible, equitable and respectful workplaces, and is committed to reflecting the diverse communities it serves. We encourage applications from members of our diverse communities, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, women, persons from racialized groups, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, those who are able to speak fluently in another language(s), and anyone committed to a rewarding career in public service. The Ontario Provincial Police is an equal opportunity employer and accommodations will be provided in all stages of our hiring processes, as necessary. If you require accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact the hiring manager.

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