Job Description

The Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ontario Provincial Police, and the North East Region is seeking a qualified individual to join our Gore Bay 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. You will also provide court security services for the detachment and court and 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.

North East Region spans from Moosonee Detachment in the north, Mattawa Detachment in the east, White River Detachment in the west to the West Parry Sound and Almaguin Highlands Detachments in the south, the North East Region of the OPP encompasses a geographical area (423,173 sq. kilometers). This is larger than several European countries. The North East Region includes the districts of Algoma, Sudbury, Cochrane, Timiskaming, Nipissing, Manitoulin and Parry Sound. OPP North East Region provides policing to over 190,000 permanent residents and to more than 400,000 people when including temporary/seasonal residents. The north with its pristine waterways, trails and picturesque landscapes, offers sporting and recreational enthusiasts endless opportunities, resulting in the influx of seasonal residents, visitors and tourists. The North East Region is committed to ensuring the safety of everyone on our highways, trails and waterways. The North East Region contains major highways that are part of the cross Canada roadway system; Hwy 11, Hwy 17, Hwy 66 and Hwy 69. In contrast to the Trans Canada routes, the region also polices two ice roads that stretch to the James Bay coast. The vastness of the region comprises thousands of lakes, rivers and trails both within organized municipalities and unorganized remote areas.

There are four Municipal Police Services and four stand-alone Indigenous Police Services in the North East Region that we work in partnership with to keep the Region safe and secure. Our relationship with First Nations communities is a continuing organizational priority. The total Indigenous population within the eight Census Divisions, which constitutes North East Ontario (Algoma, Sudbury, Greater Sudbury, Cochrane, Timiskaming, Nipissing, Manitoulin and Parry Sound) represents almost 60,000 people. There is also a significant and vibrant francophone population living within the North East Region which adds to the culture and character of our communities. There are approximately 112,000 people represented. A significant portion of the economy in the north continues to be both resource based with residents being employed in forestry, mining and agriculture. Small and medium sized businesses also drive the local northern economy (businesses with fewer than 100 employees account for 99% of northern firms).

Manitoulin Detachment consists of the host detachment situated in the Town of Espanola, with three satellite detachments being McKerrow, Little Current and Gore Bay. The service delivery area is
comprised of 12 distinct municipalities and three unincorporated townships boasting a total of 16,947 square kilometers with a combined population of 16,917. There are 464 kilometers of highway and
1,845 kilometers of municipal roadways.

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 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 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.
• Assesses documentation and information requirements for crown prosecutors et al and follows up with paperwork that has not been included in crown briefs or has not been prepared, in the process of managing case files.
• Schedules court dates according to officer availability and reschedules to resolve conflicting dates.
• Makes decisions regarding day-to-day case management and document composition, processing, and routing.

Additional information:

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every requirement in this job posting.

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 # 24-170 showing how your qualifications, training and experience relate to the position to: Robert Walsh.

Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

Telephone: 705-849-7249

Email: robert.j.walsh@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 English Permanent, 14767 Hwy 542, Gore Bay, North Region

Compensation Group:
Ontario Provincial Police Association Civilians


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Posted on:
Thursday, May 30, 2024