Amended - Investigator

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Are you a strong communicator with a background in investigations? If so, then consider this opportunity with the Compliance Branch, Ministry of Finance.

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About the job

You will:
• carry out intelligence probes
• carry out investigations, gather evidence and assist with investigations
• interview complainants, informants, witnesses, suspects and their representatives
• prepare and deliver presentations
• prepare reports, working papers and court documents
• prepare collection plans
• identify trends and develop investigative strategies

NOTE: This position requires extensive travel throughout the province and to work irregular hours

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What you bring to the team

Mandatory:

• You have a valid Ontario Class G driver's licence.
• You are able to travel extensively throughout Ontario.
• You are able to work irregular hours.
• You are able to pass colour vision screening (being able to distinguish hues and colour markings).

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• You have oral communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with various parties and interview suspects/witnesses who may be unwilling or evasive
• You have written communication skills to prepare complex intelligence reports, prosecution briefs and presentations
• You are able to prepare and deliver presentations and provide expert testimony

Analytical Skills:

• You have analytical, judgement, problem solving and organizational skills:
  - to gather data, prepare collection plans, research case law and analyze intelligence data from diverse sources
  - to identify trends and develop strategies
  - to independently prioritize and work in a team to collect/evaluate intelligence data and disseminate information

Technical Skills and Knowledge:

• You have in-depth knowledge of investigative techniques, judicial process, rules of evidence, court procedures and surveillance techniques:
  - to carry out investigations, gather evidence, prepare/assist with prosecutions, execute legal papers and appear in court
  - to collect and ensure integrity of intelligence information and maintain data files
  - to obtain legally admissible evidence
• You have thorough knowledge of the management, evaluation and analysis of intelligence data and processes
• You can effectively interpret and apply legislation administered by the division (e.g. Land Transfer Tax Act, Tobacco Tax Act, Fuel Tax Act, Gasoline Tax Act) and related regulations, guidelines
• You have working knowledge of related legislation, regulations and statutes (i.e. Provincial Offences Act, Ontario and Canada Evidence Act, Charter of Rights and Freedoms)

Other Skills:

• You have advanced computer skills and can use software, mainframe systems, and databases:
  - to conduct research, record and access information
  - to access and understand computerized records
  - to prepare correspondence and reports
  - to consolidate and manage information
• You have knowledge of computer crime investigative techniques
• You have knowledge of accounting theory, practices, policies and audit standards/procedures

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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.
• C-FN-141633/19(2)

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  Error in job description corrected. Closing date extended by one day.

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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.