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 environment 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 Monteith Correctional Complex.

As a valued member of the management team you will contribute to the establishment of a strong adaptive culture where correctional programs and operations are delivered in an integrated and co-coordinated manner. You will play an integral role in the operation of the institution, and contribute to public safety and security through the care, custody, control and rehabilitation of inmates.

Why join our team?

With this unique and challenging opportunity you will be part of a dynamic organization that values teamwork, staff development, diversity and inclusion. Each day will present new challenging and rewarding experiences, and opportunities for growth and learning are abundant. Above all else, you will play an integral role in making a difference for Ontario communities.

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

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About the job

As a Sergeant at the Monteith Correctional Complex, 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
• Assist in, develop and review institutional standing orders and local operational policies and procedures
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff, and manage all shift activities
• Support and communicate a values-based and inclusive organizational model

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) Leadership Behaviours defines what it means to be a leader through the following expected behaviours and attributes:

• We commit to the responsibilities of being a leader by demonstrating authenticity, accountability and courage.
• We lead for the future by embracing positive disruption, a future mindset and by developing each other, every day.
• We are people centred by leading with a common purpose, being inclusive and driving people centered outcomes.

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What you bring to the team

Leadership Skills

• You have proven leadership skills 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
• You can plan and administer program operations and develop work plans to meet program objectives
• you can act with integrity even when it is difficult to do so
• you can interpret and apply related legislation to ensure compliance (i.e. Workplace Discrimination and Harassment Policy, Ministry of Correctional Services Act, Criminal Code, Mental Health Act, institutional standing orders)

Correctional knowledge and Crisis Management Expertise

• 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
• Knowledge of offender behaviour and population moods in order to direct staff and determine appropriate interventions
• You have knowledge of the crisis management model, particularly the ‘use of force' policy, and the ability to effectively contain or act on emergency and challenging situations, determining best approaches to resolving recurring incidents

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• You can communicate effectively with staff, management, inmates, and the general public
• You can provide clear direction and guidance to staff and can communicate clearly and directly in difficult and stressful situations
• You have written communication skills to articulate issues and information in formal reports

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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.
• N-CL-169176/21

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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.