Program Specialist

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The Ministry of the Solicitor General, Office of the Fire Marshal seeks an individual to provide project leadership, operational implementation, coordination and support in the development, implementation and monitoring of programs related to fire protection services in unincorporated regions of Ontario. This position will be specific to the Northern Fire Protection Program in Northern Ontario.

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed in creating a positive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:
• a defined benefit pension plan
• maternity and parental leave top-up benefits which includes adoptive parents
• comprehensive health plan
• life and disability insurance
• flexible work arrangements
• collegial and professional work culture
• career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
• on-the-job training to support your success in the role

NOTE:
The successful candidate will work in Northern Ontario, and may report to one of the following locations:
• 640 Mountdale Ave, Thunder Bay, North Region
• 3767 Hwy 69 S, Sudbury, North Region

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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

• Coordinate stakeholder consultation, conduct research and analysis, develop content and support resources, coordinate project communications and risk management planning, and coordinate technical support resources
• Provide knowledgeable support and advice to internal and external clients including coaching/mentoring, tutorial materials and guidance, problem solving, troubleshooting, and system quality monitoring and continuous improvement
• Support projects and initiatives in Field and Advisory Services

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What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

• You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired.

Fire Safety Knowledge

• You have knowledge of public fire safety theories, techniques, methods, and practices as well as legislation and regulations related to firefighting, fire safety, protection, and prevention
• You understand fire sciences, behavior, techniques of suppression, building construction, post fire evaluation audit, and fire inspection methods/techniques
• You have understanding of municipal fire protection service delivery and federal, provincial, and municipal roles/functions
• You have experience working with the volunteer fire service
• You have experience working with Occupational Health and Safety programs

Communication, Leadership, and Interpersonal Skills

• You are able to work effectively with officials, maintain effective relationships among staff and program stakeholders, and provide guidance to staff
• You can develop recommendations and mediate disputes
• You are able to promote and disseminate program and fire safety information

Research, Analytical, and Evaluative Skills

• You have interpretive skills to assess complex information and prepare reports
• You can develop, deliver, and evaluate fire training programs and fire safety education programs
• You are able to research and develop policy and guidelines and advise on the delivery of effective fire protection services

Project Management, Organizational, and Coordination Skills

• You can coordinate and support the development and implementation of projects and programs
• You can manage time and organize work as well as record and file information

Computer Skills

• You are proficient with computer software systems to manage and evaluate data, create presentation/course material, and prepare reports
• You can use spreadsheets, word processing, and other software

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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.
• T-SL-212000/24
  
  Effective, January 1, 2024, the updated salary range for this position is $1,720.66 to $2,164.29 per week in alignment with the recently ratified OPSEU Unified 2022-2024 collective agreement.

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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.