Support events that celebrate the best of Ontario!Are you interested in a job where you can travel, work with a supportive team, and make a real impact? As a Program Support Clerk/Driver, you'll help deliver award ceremonies across Ontario that honour volunteers, and community leaders who make a difference in their communities.
Please note: This competition will be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill upcoming seasonal opportunities that occur within eighteen months, following the conclusion of the competition. The number of positions to be filled has not been identified at this time.
About the Division:The Citizenship, Inclusion and Heritage Division promotes economic growth and equitable opportunities, where all Ontarians can fully participate and prosper, and recognizes and celebrates Ontario's exceptional individuals and cultural heritage resources.
About the Branch:The Ontario Honours and Awards Secretariat recognizes exceptional individuals who are making a difference in the community, the province and the world by leading the delivery of Ontario's honours and awards, including fostering inclusive and vibrant communities through its volunteer recognition programs.
About the job
In this seasonal role, you'll support the planning and delivery of award ceremonies across the province. You'll travel to different communities, often a new city each week, and help ensure each event runs smoothly from start to finish.
Your responsibilities will include:
• driving a van with event materials to ceremony locations
• setting up stages, displays, and reception areas
• welcoming guests, handing out name tags and certificates, and assisting during the ceremony
• preparing and organizing program materials, mailouts, and supplies
• answering phone calls and responding to general questions about the awards
• entering and updating nomination information in a database
• keeping files and records organized and up to date
• working closely with your team to solve problems and support successful events
This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys active, hands-on work, collaborating with others, and contributing to meaningful community recognition. You'll gain valuable experience in event coordination, public service, and teamwork, while helping celebrate the best of Ontario.
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
• you must have a valid Ontario driver's licence
Analytical and problem-solving skills
• you pay attention to detail and can spot and correct errors in information
• you know when to raise issues or ask a team member for support
• you are able to handle unexpected challenges and find practical solutions
Organizational and time management skills
• you can manage your time, stay organized, and meet deadlines
• you can keep records, files, and materials organized and up to date
• you can prioritize work effectively, especially during busy periods
Communication and customer service skills
• you can communicate clearly and respectfully with team members and the public
• you can provide helpful and accurate information in person, over the phone, or by email
• work well with others and contribute to a positive team environment
Technical skills
• you can learn and follow office procedures to support day-to-day tasks
• you can operate standard office equipment (i.e. printers, copiers and scanners)
• you are proficient in using computers, including word processing and database programs
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's
Human Rights Code and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer
accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please
contact us.Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
What we offer
The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for 29 ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups
This role comes with a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:
• a defined-benefit lifetime pension plan (guaranteed, ongoing inflation-protected income after retirement)
• group health, dental, life and disability benefits
• a range of vacation and leave options
• an Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential counseling services