DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT, OPERATIONS - Jobs in Monteith, ON

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Join the senior leadership team at the Monteith Correctional Centre!We are seeking a confident leader with expert corrections knowledge to join our team and lead the overall operations of the institution.As the Deputy Superintendent, Operations, you will be responsible for the daily operation of the institution and the overall strategic and operational planning activities, including direct oversight of a team of correctional managers and staff.You will contribute to the establishment of an adaptive culture where correctional programs and operations are delivered in an integrated and coordinated manner. You will be responsible to direct, guide and supervise staff on assigned shifts to ensure and efficient operation in a correctional treatment environment. You will assume responsibility for the overall operation of the institution on evenings, nights, and weekends. You will be working with a team of peers in a 24/7 environment rotational schedules.What can I expect to do in this roleAs the Deputy Superintendent, Operations, you will:

• Provide leadership and manage a team in the delivery of programs and services
• Participate in the integration of programs within the institutions security framework
• Provide direction in the planning and coordination of operations, programs and services, ensuring compliance with the institutions key performance indicators
• Act as a liaison between the institution and offender families and various groups/agencies, and represents the institution in stakeholder negotiations and building coalitions
• Assume responsibility for the administration of the institution during after-hours and weekends, on a rotational on-call basis

Leadership in the OPSThe Ontario Public Service (OPS) Leadership Behaviours defines what it means to be a leader through the following expected behaviours and attributes:

• You are committed to the responsibilities of being a leader by demonstrating authenticity, accountability and courage.
• You are innovative by embracing positive disruption, maintaining a future mindset and leading with a common purpose.
• You are collaborative by driving people-centered outcomes, being inclusive and helping staff and colleagues grow, every day.

How do I qualifyLeadership and Management Skills

• You have knowledge of and experience with management principles and theories combined with supervisory and leadership skills in order to plan, organize, direct and coordinate staff and resources to achieve a variety of program objectives
• You can communicate performance expectations and address issues in a timely manner as well as lead change management initiatives
• You have experience with human resource management as well as ability to establish positive union/management labour relations
• You have good understanding of financial principles, policies, and procedures in order to prepare and manage a departmental budget, use cost management strategies, and provide prudent fiscal management

Correctional Knowledge

• You have knowledge of the current theories, principles and practices of correctional institutions management, finance and administration including knowledge of human behaviour to provide for the care, custody, control, safety, programming and accommodation of inmates
• You have excellent understanding of correctional policies and local standing order development and application in order to track and monitor compliance
• You have knowledge of relevant legislation (such as the Ontario Human Rights Code, Ministry of Correctional Services Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Criminal Code, etc.) as well as ability to apply and ensure compliance with OPS policies, directives, and procedures

Investigative, Analytical, Decision-Making Skills

• You can identify and assess the root cause of issues as well as address and resolve problems in a sound, decisive manner
• You can assess and manage risk as well as establish and maintain appropriate internal controls and accountability
• You have strategic planning skills in order to apply a systematic approach in the development of complex work plans to achieve organizational strategies with multiple priorities and resource requirements
• You are able to manage effectively within an inherently stressful and challenging environment

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• You can articulate complex and technical concepts in terms that are easily understood by a variety of audiences
• You are able to effectively work with all levels of staff, inmates, Ministry officials, union representatives, community agencies, local municipal officials, judiciary, etc.
• You are able to address groups, explain programs or processes, and motivate staff
• You have demonstrated integrity by communicating openly and directly even in difficult situations

Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility and Anti-RacismThe OPS is an innovative, responsive and accountable public service that works hard to be diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable. Diversifying leadership is a top priority for the OPS. Our goal is to achieve parity with the Ontario labour force by 2025 for the most under-represented groups (Indigenous, racialized and persons with disabilities) on our leadership teams.The OPS is an accessible employer and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process. Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advancing racial equity, diversity and inclusion.Additional Information:Address:

• 1 Permanent - Full Time, 3052 Rese Rd, Monteith, North Region, Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit History Check, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS

Compensation Group: Management Compensation PlanUnderstanding the job ad - definitionsSchedule: 6Category: Corrections and EnforcementPosted on: Thursday, April 28, 2022Note:

• 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), Talent Development 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 individuals 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-CL-180857/22

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