The Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ontario Provincial Police, and the North West Region are seeking a qualified individual to join our Detachment. In this exciting, rewarding and challenging opportunity, you will manage court case files for a Detachment, providing liaison services with the court and monitoring the progress of files through the court system. To provide court security services for the detachment and court and to participate in the escort of offenders.
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.
Sioux Lookout is located in the middle of Highway 71, which runs north-south. Highway 71 connects with The TransCanada Highway 17, which run east-west, in the north and links to Kenora, ON and Winnipeg, MB to the west and Dryden, ON to the east. In the south, Highway 71 connects with Highway 11, which runs east-west. Highway 11 links to Rainy River, ON and the Baudette, MN US border in the east and Fort Frances, ON, the International Falls, MN US Border and also Thunder Bay, ON in the west. Sioux Lookout is located along the eastern shores of Lake of the Woods, nestled in Mother Nature. Lake of the Woods is one of the world's largest inland, freshwater lakes with over 14,000 islands and 65,000 miles of shoreline. As a small municipality, we pride ourselves on community spirit, environmental stewardship, and forward thinking. Spend your summers on the lake, in the sun and on the water or cozy up to a fire in a rustic cabin enjoying our winter wonderland.
The OPP Values promote always doing the right things for the right reasons, by:
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.
Knowledge of relevant sections of legislation such as the Criminal Code, Young Offenders Act, Youth Criminal Justice Act, Family Law Act, provincial offenses and municipal by-laws to coordinate court proceedings, prepare briefs and other court documents. Knowledge of court processes, procedures, operations and scheduling to coordinate and monitor court proceedings.
Knowledge of basic prisoner care to attend to and escort persons in custody.
Knowledge of application software programs to prepare, update and maintain court-related records and to register sex offenders.
Organizational skills to coordinate and track all arrangements and documentation pertaining to detachment case files being processed in court.
Oral Communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with and communicate, relay and exchange information, much of which is sensitive and confidential, with Judges, Justices of the Peace, Crown Attorneys, defense lawyers, uniformed officers, witnesses, victims, probation and parole officers, court staff and the public. Oral communication skills to testify regarding continuity of drug exhibits in court, as required.
Interpersonal skills to interact with prisoners to elicit their cooperation while escorting them to and from court appearances and cells.
Written communication skills to compose and prepare court-related documents.
Problem solving skills to resolve situation.
As part of the OPP Values, ability to maintain the highest degree of integrity, confidentiality and professional discipline while performing your duties as a Court Officer.
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.
Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.
Email: C/O - scarlet.schumacher@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 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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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.
Sioux Lookout is located in the middle of Highway 71, which runs north-south. Highway 71 connects with The TransCanada Highway 17, which run east-west, in the north and links to Kenora, ON and Winnipeg, MB to the west and Dryden, ON to the east. In the south, Highway 71 connects with Highway 11, which runs east-west. Highway 11 links to Rainy River, ON and the Baudette, MN US border in the east and Fort Frances, ON, the International Falls, MN US Border and also Thunder Bay, ON in the west. Sioux Lookout is located along the eastern shores of Lake of the Woods, nestled in Mother Nature. Lake of the Woods is one of the world's largest inland, freshwater lakes with over 14,000 islands and 65,000 miles of shoreline. As a small municipality, we pride ourselves on community spirit, environmental stewardship, and forward thinking. Spend your summers on the lake, in the sun and on the water or cozy up to a fire in a rustic cabin enjoying our winter wonderland.
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?
You will manage court case files for a Detachment, providing liaison services with the court and monitoring the progress of files through the court system. To provide court security services for the detachment and court and to participate in the escort of offenders.How do I qualify?
Mandatory
- Ability to pass an OPP background/ security investigation.
- Ability to attain and maintain Special Constable status.
- Ability to pass and maintain ongoing certification in Use of Force.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of relevant sections of legislation such as the Criminal Code, Young Offenders Act, Youth Criminal Justice Act, Family Law Act, provincial offenses and municipal by-laws to coordinate court proceedings, prepare briefs and other court documents. Knowledge of court processes, procedures, operations and scheduling to coordinate and monitor court proceedings.
Knowledge of basic prisoner care to attend to and escort persons in custody.
Knowledge of application software programs to prepare, update and maintain court-related records and to register sex offenders.
Organizational skills to coordinate and track all arrangements and documentation pertaining to detachment case files being processed in court.
Oral Communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with and communicate, relay and exchange information, much of which is sensitive and confidential, with Judges, Justices of the Peace, Crown Attorneys, defense lawyers, uniformed officers, witnesses, victims, probation and parole officers, court staff and the public. Oral communication skills to testify regarding continuity of drug exhibits in court, as required.
Interpersonal skills to interact with prisoners to elicit their cooperation while escorting them to and from court appearances and cells.
Written communication skills to compose and prepare court-related documents.
Problem solving skills to resolve situation.
As part of the OPP Values, ability to maintain the highest degree of integrity, confidentiality and professional discipline while performing your duties as a Court Officer.
Additional Information:
Note: During this selection process, candidates are required to undergo mandatory requirements of psychological evaluation, background investigation and security clearance check. Top candidates who have successfully completed the psychological evaluation, background investigation and security clearance check will be invited to attend four (4) weeks of in person training in Orillia. Training will include: First Aid & CPR, Provincial & Federal legislation, Use of Force and Police Powers training. All mandatory requirements as listed must be completed prior to assignment to the detachment.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.
Application Instructions:
Resume / cover letter must be received no later than 11:59 pm on the closing date. Submit quoting WIN ID # (if applicable) and file # 23-254 showing how your qualifications, training and experience relate to the position to: S/Sgt Michael Kreisz - 62 Queen St E, Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1A4.Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.
Email: C/O - scarlet.schumacher@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 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.
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 Permanent, 62 Queen St E, Sioux Lookout, North Region
Compensation Group:
Ontario Provincial Police Association Civilians
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Schedule:
3
Category:
Corrections and Enforcement
Posted on:
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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