Investigator (Irregular On-Call)

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Are you a strong communicator with high integrity, attention to detail with knowledge of the criminal justice system? Then consider one of these unique opportunities with the Special Investigations Unit (SIU), the civilian agency that conducts thorough and unbiased criminal investigations where a firearm is discharged at a person, someone is seriously injured, alleges sexual assault or dies when involved with the police.

Please note:
• The positions' headquarters is Mississauga, however work will be distributed throughout Ontario. Flexible work arrangements including telework (remote work), may be considered.
• These positions are irregularly scheduled on-call working 0 to 36.25 hours per week and may include weekends and statutory holidays based on operational requirements. There is no minimum guaranteed number of hours per week.

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How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

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.

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About the job

In this role you will:

• carry out high-profile and sensitive investigations in a credible, fair and balanced manner by using your analytical/investigative and interview skills in conjunction with your good judgement, integrity, objectivity, tact and strong ethical values
• provide group leadership, guidance, expertise and technical support to field investigators, assigning work to field staff, setting priorities, monitoring work and reviewing for quality and compliance with investigative procedures, standards and techniques
• appear as witness or supportive witness in criminal/civil proceedings, coroners inquests, or any other form of hearing
• provide all information obtained during the investigation the Crown Attorney considers relevant to the charge
• serve as the front line of the Special Investigations Unit and its face in the community

For more information on Special Investigations Unit's (SIU) Mission, Vision and Values and the Investigator Creed check out our website at www.siu.on.ca.

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What you bring to the team

Mandatory:

• You must have a valid class G driver's license (or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario) to travel to investigation sites across Ontario, often on short notice.

Analytical and Reasoning Skills

• You have proven analytical and reasoning skills to conduct investigations, assess and interpret evidence, evaluate investigative results and determine cause
• You can analyse circumstances and make recommendations

Technical Knowledge

You have applied practical knowledge and demonstrated understanding of:
• investigative theories and practices to determine investigation requirements by identifying likely and potential sources of evidence, providing direction to police personnel at scenes
• investigative methods, techniques, rules of evidence and court procedures to carry out complex investigative requirements and procedures
• you have the ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation and regulations (in particular: Criminal Code of Canada, Canada Evidence Act, Special Investigations Unit Act, 2019) to gather and interpret evidence as well as identify and explain evidence required to support tests/theories of cases and provide guidance to field staff

Communication and Organizational Skills

You can:
• explain and discuss interpretation of evidence and related legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines about the incident
• provide testimony in court or at coroners inquests
• prepare accurate and detailed reports and discuss them with those involved in both investigative and criminal prosecution process

You have:
• presentation skills to deliver lectures, seminars and attend meetings
• effective organizational skills to gather and organize large volumes of evidence and maintain appropriately

Interpersonal Skills

With your strong interpersonal skills you can:
• reconcile differing interpretations of evidence, persuade stakeholders for appropriate follow-up to ensure compliance with methods, models, and concepts of investigations
• deal effectively with people in stressful situations

Group Leadership Skills

• You can assign and coordinate work of field investigators, including coaching/mentoring and provide training and guidance

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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), Corporate Talent Programs Branch, Talent and Leadership Division 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.

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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.