Job Description

The Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ontario Provincial Police, and the East Region Command is seeking a qualified individual for the Regional Media Relations Coordinator position. In this exciting, rewarding and challenging opportunity, you will perform media relations activities within the region and act as a resource person to Regional Command Staff, unit/detachment commanders, Regional Community Services Coordinator and field personnel in the development and implementation of external and internal communication strategies.

Note: This is a temporary (6 month) assignment with the possibility of extension or permanency. This position is based at the East Region Headquarters in Smiths Falls. This is an operational position requiring a high level of engagement with senior leaders and stakeholders. The successful applicant will be required to report to OPP\'s East Regional Headquarters in Smiths Falls to perform their duties in accordance with OPP/OPS workplace policies.

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.

East Region encompasses a diverse territory, from the solitude of Algonquin Park, with trails and waterways including, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) designated World Heritage Rideau Canal, to the heavy traffic and high profile activities of the Nation\'s capital. This region includes several international border crossings with the United States, inter-provincial border crossings with Quebec, and a vast shoreline along Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River. One of North America\'s busiest transportation routes, Highway 401, runs the entire width of the region.

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 perform media relations activities within the region and act as a resource person to Regional Command Staff, unit/detachment commanders, Regional Community Services Coordinator and field personnel in the development and implementation of external and internal communication strategies.
• Some travel within the province may be required.

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• Ability to pass an OPP background security investigation.
• Valid Ontario driver\'s license to be able to attend incidents, news conferences and training sessions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of media relations as it relates to police investigations and Major Case Management and media relations principles to develop/advise on communication plans, release of information, media releases, media interviews, media conferences and key messages.
• Knowledge of journalism principles and interview techniques to coordinate and prepare information for media interviews and to coach spokespeople. Job requires knowledge of public relations, promotion and marketing concepts and special events management in order to assist in the organization and coordination of related activities.
• An understanding of contentious policing issues both internally and externally in order to research and draft OPP Briefing Notes, updates and other communication pieces as directed.
• Knowledge of computer software such as Microsoft Word, Windows, Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint to produce written material and presentations. Job requires knowledge of digital photography and image editing to design or produce presentations, news articles, public education products and web content.
• Knowledge of website management software and ability to post items to internet-based websites.
• Knowledge of publishing standards, such as the Canadian Press Style Guide, and the Canadian Oxford Dictionary preferred spellings in order to coordinate all aspects of newsletter production including writing, editing, photography and layout.
• Oral communication and interpersonal skills to act as a resource person to consult and critique on matters related to specialty of work, to work collaboratively with committee members and community partners, to liaise with media contacts, and to deliver presentations and training.
• Written communication skills to compose/edit correspondence, newsletters and Regional/Ministry briefing notes, public education products, media releases, social media content, print articles, speeches, communication plans and web content and to proofread material to ensure accuracy in grammar, spelling, sentence structure and punctuation and suitability of content, style and tone for intended audience.
• Analytical and evaluative skills to determine potential impact of OPP publications and media coverage of OPP activities and to examine critical issues and summarize details in concise form according to established criteria

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 # 23-363 showing how your qualifications, training and experience relate to the position to: Nicole Burley.

Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

Telephone: 613-285-2715

Email: nicole.a.burley@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 Temporary, duration up to 6 months, 525 Queen St, Smiths Falls, East Region

Compensation Group:
Ontario Provincial Police Association Civilians




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Posted on:
Wednesday, November 1, 2023