OPP Community and Indigenous Policing Jobs

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Are you a student or recent graduate looking for an opportunity to build your career over the summer? Are you passionate about making a difference? The Summer Employment Opportunities program provides opportunities to obtain valuable work experience, gain transferable skills, and build professional networks.

Submit an application today for these summer employment opportunities:

• OPP Community Policing Assistant
• OPP Indigenous Policing Bureau Assistant

Note: When submitting an application for this posting, please indicate on the application form which job type(s) you are applying to. You can apply to multiple opportunities.

Information to assist you with the application process is available on the Summer Employment Opportunities website.

This job posting represents multiple positions within different ministries and at various locations across Ontario. Certain cities may be located in distant or remote areas in Ontario and may not be accessible by public transit. Carefully review locations through Google Maps and select ONLY those locations that you are able to travel to and work in. You can select up to 10 locations.

Notes:

• Relocation expenses and/or accommodations are not covered by ministries.
• The number of positions to be filled is approximate and subject to change.
• Please use your legal name when applying to the job ad.
• Summer placements are typically full-time (working 36.25hrs/week or 40 hrs/week). However some part-time placements MAY be available based on mutual agreement between the hiring manager and student, if operationally feasible. Please inquire at the interview stage.

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About the job

OPP Community Policing Assistant Work Description:

• Promote the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and local OPP Detachment/Program area to the public
• Complete research assignments/projects, compile statistical information and other administrative tasks
• Plan, organize, coordinate and manage daily assigned work
• Support Ontario's Mobilization and Engagement Model of Community Policing through: participation in community social development/crime prevention programs, relationship building and accompanying officers on patrol

OPP Indigenous Policing Bureau Assistant Work Description:

• Promote the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Indigenous Policing Bureau to the public
• Complete research assignments/projects, compile statistical information and other administrative tasks
• Plan, organize, coordinate and manage daily assigned work
• Support Ontario's Mobilization and Engagement Model of Community Policing through: participation in community social development/crime prevention programs, relationship building and assisting Provincial Liaison Team officers
• Support Indigenous Policing Bureau programs and units in a variety of ways

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What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

You must meet all eligibility criteria by the first day of employment (contracts begin between May and July):

1. Student Status: You must be enrolled in a secondary or post-secondary institution (currently or for the fall semester) OR you must have graduated within the past six months (for example, if you graduated in December, you can apply for and start a summer student position up until June of the following year).
   
2. Age: You must be a minimum of 15 years of age. There is no maximum age limit. Some positions require candidates to be a minimum of 18 years of age as of the first day of employment.
   
3. Residency: You must be a resident of Ontario during the term of employment.
   
4. Work Status: You must be legally entitled to work in Canada and have a valid Canadian Social Insurance Number (SIN) for the full duration of your summer employment.
   
5. Application: Applications are only accepted online by clicking the "Apply Online" button. Your application should describe how you meet the knowledge and skill requirements outlined on this ad.

Job Requirements for OPP Community Policing Assistant:

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• You apply your oral communication skills to promote OPP community policing programs and events (e.g. assemble displays on public safety, participate in summer festivals and distribute crime prevention material)
• You apply your written communication skills to prepare a variety of documents (e.g. reports, document findings, record data)
• You apply your initiative and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and participate in meetings

Technical Skills and Knowledge

• You apply your investigative skills to assist in crime prevention initiatives that target the local needs of the community

Analytical and Organizational Skills

• You apply your administrative and organizational skills to maintain records, daily log entries, daily statistics etc.
• You work independently or as part of a team; you plan, organize and prioritize your time to meet competing deadlines

Other Requirements

• Ability to pass an OPP background security clearance
• You are at least 18 years of age
• You must have a valid Ontario G2 Driver's Licence or equivalent (or higher)
• You must have valid and current CPR and First Aid certification

Job Requirements for OPP Indigenous Policing Bureau Assistant:

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• You apply a community focus and genuine respect for Indigenous communities when involved with community organizations or agencies
• You apply your oral communication skills to promote OPP community policing programs and events (e.g. assemble displays on public safety, participate in summer festivals and distribute crime prevention material)
• You apply your written communication skills to prepare a variety of documents (e.g. reports, document findings, record data)
• You apply your initiative and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and participate in meetings

Analytical and Organizational Skills

• You apply your knowledge of Indigenous culture, history, socio-economic issues, policing principles, current issues, relevant historical and contemporary policies to provide support to the Indigenous Policing Bureau

Technical Skills and Knowledge

• You apply your administrative and organizational skills to maintain records, daily log entries, daily statistics etc.
• You work independently or as part of a team; you plan, organize and prioritize your time to meet competing deadlines

Other Requirements

• Ability to pass an OPP background security clearance
• You are at least 18 years of age
• You must have a valid Ontario G2 Driver's Licence or equivalent (or higher)

Other student and recent graduate opportunities

See what other summer opportunities are currently available!
Also, check out all the other student and new recent graduate opportunities offered within the Ontario Public Service.

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Don't meet every qualification?

The SEO program is designed for students and recent graduates who are looking to kick-start their careers and gain practical work experience. If you're excited about this position but don't meet all the listed qualifications, please still consider applying.

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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:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

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What we offer

The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province.

We offer:
• a purpose-driven service culture with passionate professionals who contribute to our province
• a career that can grow across multiple job functions and program areas 
• flexible learning opportunities, including professional development and mentorship programs 
• employee networks to foster community and make connections 
• employee-centric programs to support and empower equity-deserving groups 
• a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment

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Additional information:

Note:

• About security checks:
  A criminal or other federal offence record does not automatically disqualify you from the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities.
  If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in.
  Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them 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.