Apply By: Friday, September 20, 2024 11:59 pm EDT

Competition Status: Application Screening

Approximately 69 individuals applied for this opportunity.

We are screening ALL applications received on or before the closing date and rating them against the qualifications outlined in the job ad. Applicants whose resume and cover letter best demonstrate how they meet the qualifications to do the job will be invited to continue in the hiring process.

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Farmer

Organization:

Ministry of the Solicitor General

Division:

Correctional Services

City:

Thunder Bay

Language of Position(s):

English

Job Term:

1 Permanent

Job Code:

50552 - Industrial Officer 2

Salary:

$36.74 - $41.94 Per Hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

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Posting Status:

Open

Job ID:

215242

Do you have a green thumb and love of animals? Put your horticultural and animal husbandry skills to the test while supporting rehabilitation programming for inmates! The Farmer will plan, coordinate and supervise an industrial farming operation at the Thunder Bay Correctional Centre (TBCC).

Note: Work is to be performed onsite and may be required during evenings, weekends and holidays based on operational needs.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

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.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role you will:
• Estimate, purchase and regularly inventory materials, and supplies including livestock, equipment, seeds, fertilizer, tools and fencing
• Supervise and train inmates in the preparation of acreage, planting of crops, fertilizing, seeding, monitoring growth and watering, and applying insecticides
• Supervise and train inmates in animal husbandry, including preparing and measuring feeding rations, removal of waste, feeding operations, and ensuring proper ventilation in agricultural buildings
• Supervise and train inmates in the greenhouse operations such as seeding, potting, fertilizing, watering, temperature control, lighting and ventilation
• Lead the planting of an orchard, from site preparation through to harvesting fruit
• Oversee cultivation, planting and growing of Indigenous ceremonial medicines and vegetables for Indigenous ceremonies
• Oversee the cleaning, maintenance and repair of machinery, tools, equipment and work areas
• Snow clearing, salting, grading and sanding of roads, parking lots and walkways
• Operate various types of equipment on property including dump trucks, tractors, front end loaders, etc.
• Ensure the custody, control, security and safety of all inmate program participants

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

You must have:
• A valid Class G Ontario Driver's License, as recognized by the Province of Ontario
• Ability to operate farm machinery and equipment
• Standard First Aid certification or the ability to obtain it

Farming Knowledge and Skills

You have:
• Knowledge of farming, composting, solar power usage, and root crop, orchard, fruit and vegetable production
• Ability to instruct and train inmates in animal and plant husbandry
• Experience operating machinery, and agricultural and animal husbandry equipment
• Knowledge of industrial farming procedures and practices
• Understanding of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ministry Correctional Services Act, and related regulations, policies and procedures

Technical Skills

You are able to:
• Operate farm equipment, machinery, and manual/power tools
• Perform minor repairs and recommend purchases of equipment

Communication and Inter-Personal Skills

You can:
• Assess work performance of inmate program participants and provide comments/recommendations to staff
• Convey information to inmate program participants through formal and information instruction
• Complete reports and maintain logs and production records

Problem Solving and Evaluative Skills

You have the ability to:
• Analyze, assess and resolve issues related to the planning and coordination of production
• Review and report on the quality of work performed by inmate program participants
• Monitor and procure inventory

Additional Information:

Address:

1 English Permanent - Full Time, 2351 Hwy 61 S , Thunder Bay, North Region, Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit History Check, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS

Compensation Group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

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Schedule:

4.7

Category:

Agriculture

Posted on:

Friday, September 6, 2024

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.
Employees working in congregate living settings may be required to provide proof they are fully vaccinated, meaning they are fully vaccinated as defined by the Ministry of Health (refer to: COVID-19 Fully Vaccinated Status in Ontario), including 14 calendar days have passed since receiving their final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Furthermore, employees working in congregate living settings may be required to undergo regular rapid antigen testing, regardless of vaccination status, as determined by the Employer.

Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.

All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember: The deadline to apply is Friday, September 20, 2024 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

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Accommodation is available under the Ontario's Human Rights Code .

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