Sergeant

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Are you a strong leader with exceptional management and organizational skills? Do you exhibit sound judgment and thrive in a fast-paced or a correctional treatment environment? Are you team oriented and do you possess effective communication and relationship management skills?

If so, consider this exciting and challenging opportunity with the Ministry of the Solicitor General at the Kenora Jail, where you will play an integral role in the operation of a correctional institution, and contribute to public safety and security through the care, custody, control and rehabilitation of inmates

The Ministry of the Solicitor General offers a comprehensive and competitive compensation package including:
• A defined benefit pension plan
• Maternity and parental leave top-up benefits
• A comprehensive health and dental plan
• Life and disability insurance
• A progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance
• Flexible learning and developmental opportunities including online, training and mentorship programs
• Opportunities for career advancement and specialization

The Ontario Public Service has been chosen as one of:
• Canada's Top 100 Employers
• Greater Toronto's Top 90 Employers
• Canada's Best Diversity Employers
• Canada's Greenest Employers
• Top Employers for Canadians Under 40

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About the job

As a Sergeant in the Kenora Jail, you will:
• Oversee the administration and operations of an institution that functions on a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week environment
• Ensure effective and efficient delivery of institution security and correctional programs and services
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff, and manage all shift activities
• Support and communicate a values-based and inclusive organizational model

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What you bring to the team

Corrections Knowledge and Experience

• You have knowledge of correctional theory and practices related to admission and discharge procedures, care, custody, control and transportation of inmates
• You can oversee the daily operations of an institution, and ensure compliance with ministry standard, policies and security requirements
• You have knowledge of inmate behaviour and population moods in order to direct staff and determine appropriate interventions

Leadership and Management Skills

• You have proven leadership to provide direction, coaching and mentoring to staff, and make sound operational decisions
• You have knowledge of human resources and labour relations practices to address employee issues, support performance and development, and promote an inclusive and engaged team

Crisis Management, Analytical and Problem Solving Skills

• You have knowledge of the crisis management model, particularly the ‘use of force' policy
• You demonstrate strong skills to effectively contain or act on emergency and challenging situations
• You can identify and resolve conflicts, and determine best approaches to recurring incidents

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• You can communicate effectively to staff, management and inmates, and provide information to stakeholders and the general public
• You can provide clear direction and guidance to staff, and communicate opening and directly in difficult situations
You can organize and articulate issues to a variety of audience and prepare written reports

Coordination and Planning Skills

• You can plan and administer program operations and develop work plans to meet program objectives
• You can plan, lead and manage shift activities to ensure efficient and effective operations

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Additional information:

Note:

• 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.
  
  You will be responsible for obtaining the criminal record check at your own expense and provide it, along with your written consent, to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Talent Acquisition Branch (TAB), HR Service Delivery Division (HRSDD) 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. (Note: If a Vulnerable Sector Screening Check is required, it must also be obtained in person at your local police service).
  
  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.
• N-CL-136230/19

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Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.