Superintendent

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The Ministry of the Solicitor General is modernizing Ontario's correctional system, putting safety, protection and security first. We need great strategic leaders who will engage staff, champion change, foster a culture that is rooted in diversity, inclusion, and help establish and drive programs to meet government priorities for a progressive new approach to the correctional services.

We need two strong leaders with the exceptional ability to adapt to changing circumstances and maintain positive and engaging relations with staff and stakeholders. As a Superintendent you will champion an institutional vision and showcase your strategic mindset, human resources skills and expert corrections knowledge, while providing leadership and oversight of the operation and administration of the institution. You will make an important contribution to the community and to public safety and security through the oversight of care, custody, control and rehabilitation of inmates.

We currently seek Superintendents at the following locations:
• Stratford Jail
• Sarnia Jail

Note:
***MCP & Excluded Employees: Employment Policy 8.26 – a non-represented employee who resides outside the identified geographic area-of-search may apply to the position and will be deemed to have waived entitlement to relocation expenses as a condition of gaining access to the competition.

***AMAPCEO Employees: Employee who resides outside the identified area of search may apply for the position and they will be deemed to have waived entitlement to any relocation or travel expenses (pursuant to Articles 18.4 and 18.5.1) as a condition of gaining access to the competition process. (18.5.2)

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About the job

Make an impact

•You will provide strategic leadership and direction in the overall operation and delivery of programs and services of the facility.
•You will empower your team of management and staff to learn, grow and develop to their full potential, fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and excellence.
•You will administer the facility's financial and material resources, and manage complex service level agreements and vendor contracts.
•You will build trusting relationships and foster community partnerships with the public, community agencies and advocacy groups, to create mutually beneficial solutions that improve service outcomes.
•You will bring your corrections knowledge, leadership and influencing skills to strengthen the capacity within your team and the institution.
•You will develop and manage business plans and priorities to ensure operations and programs are aligned with the ministry's correctional priorities.

Leadership in the OPS
The Ontario Public Service (OPS) Leadership Behaviours defines what it means to be a leader through the following expected behaviours and attributes:
• You are committed to the responsibilities of being a leader by demonstrating authenticity, accountability and courage.
• You are innovative by embracing positive disruption, maintaining a future mindset and leading with a common purpose.
• You are collaborative by driving people-centered outcomes, being inclusive and helping staff and colleagues grow, every day.

Visit SolGen on InsideOPS to view the application preparation supports available for management competitions.

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What you bring to the team

Leadership and Management Skills

• You can communicate and champion a compelling vision for the delivery of programs and services that support the security, safety and treatment of offenders.
• You demonstrate strong leadership skills to build effective teams, hold staff accountable, and provide coaching and mentoring.
• You have demonstrated experience in managing the resolution of contentious and/or challenging operational, management, and labour relations issues.
• You have a strong understanding of and experience managing human resources including recruitment, talent management, organizational design, succession planning and labour relations.
• You have strong financial planning skills to prepare business plans, and manage and control institution's budgets.
•You demonstrate good judgment and the ability to delegate tasks or responsibilities to Sergeants within the institution.

Relationship Management and Communication Skills

• You can communicate effectively and convey knowledge of correctional practices and programs through verbal and written communications.
• You have the ability to foster positive partnerships and working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including diverse social service agencies, Indigenous, religious and cultural groups within the community.

Strategic Thinking and Crisis Management Skills

• You have proven experience in and knowledge of crisis management techniques to successfully manage challenging situations.
• You demonstrate the ability to maintain self-control in high stress situations while providing guidance and direction to staff.
• You can provide strategic advice on issues which impact the effectiveness of the institution, and provide recommendations to senior regional management on contentious issues that may have political implications or an impact on public safety.

Operations and Program Delivery Experience

• You have expert knowledge of the theories, principles and practices of correctional institutions management and administration, and a strong understanding of correctional policies and legislation.
• You have proven ability to develop organizational performance standards and measures that evaluate the effectiveness of current policies, standards and practices and address organizational issues.
• You demonstrate a strong understanding of current issues and trends within the correctional system, and can apply this knowledge to program development and the delivery of services.

Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility and Anti-Racism

The OPS is an innovative, responsive and accountable public service that works hard to be diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable. Diversifying leadership is a top priority for the OPS. Our goal is to achieve parity with the Ontario labour force by 2025 for the most under-represented groups (Indigenous, racialized and persons with disabilities) on our leadership teams.

The OPS is an accessible employer and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process. Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advancing racial equity, diversity and inclusion.

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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.
  
  Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent 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.
  
  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.
• The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.

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