Job Description

The Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services, Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management seeks an individual to provide project leadership, operational implementation, coordination and support in the development, implementation and ongoing support and monitoring of large-scale technology-based tools and resources for fire services in Ontario.

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?

• Coordinate stakeholder consultation, conduct research and analysis, develop content and support resources, coordinate project communications and risk management planning, and coordinate technical support resources
• Provide knowledgeable support and advice to internal and external clients including coaching/mentoring, tutorial materials and guidance, problem solving, troubleshooting, and system quality monitoring and continuous improvement
• Support projects and initiatives in Field and Advisory Services

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired.
• You must possess oral and written French language skills at the advanced-plus, level. Your proficiency level will be confirmed before hire.

Fire Safety Knowledge

• You have knowledge of public fire safety theories, techniques, methods, and practices as well as legislation and regulations related to firefighting, fire safety, protection, and prevention
• You understand fire sciences, behavior, techniques of suppression, building construction, post fire evaluation audit, and fire inspection methods/techniques
• You have understanding of municipal fire protection service delivery and federal, provincial, and municipal roles/functions

Communication (oral and written), Leadership, and Interpersonal Skills

• You are able to work effectively with officials, maintain effective relationships among staff and program stakeholders, and provide guidance to staff
• You can develop recommendations and mediate disputes
• You are able to promote and disseminate program and fire safety information

Demonstrated research, analytical, and evaluative skills

• You have interpretive skills to assess complex information and prepare reports
• You can develop, deliver, and evaluate Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management programs
• You are able to research and develop policy and guidelines and advise on the delivery of effective fire protection services

Project Management, Organizational, and Coordination Skills

• You can coordinate and support the development and implementation of projects and programs
• You can manage time and organize work as well as record and file information

Computer Skills

• You are proficient with computer software systems to manage and evaluate data, create presentation/course material, and prepare reports
• You can use spreadsheets, word processing, and other software

Additional Information:

Address:

• 1 Bilingual Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 3767 Hwy 69 S, Sudbury, North Region, Criminal Record Check

Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union


Understanding the job ad - definitions Schedule:
3


Category:
Inspections and Investigations


Posted on:
Thursday, August 18, 2022

Note:

• This ad is also available in French.
• In accordance with the Ontario Public Service (OPS), Employment Screening Checks Policy (ESCP), the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Refer to the above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.
  
  Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Talent Development Branch, Talent and Leadership Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.
  
  A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.
• Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
• W-SL-185598/22