DETACHMENT ADMIN CLERK - Jobs in Sioux Lookout, ON

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The Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ontario Provincial Police, and the North West Regional Commander are seeking a qualified individual to join our Sioux Lookout Detachment. In this exciting, rewarding and challenging opportunity, you will provide administrative, clerical and court support to Detachment personnel in the co-ordination and processing of administrative services.About Us:The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is one of North Americas largest deployed police services with more than 5,800 uniformed officers, 2,400 civilian employees and 830 Auxiliary officers. We provide essential services that ensure the safety and security of the people of the Province of Ontario. The OPP is a division of the Ministry of the Solicitor General, the largest operational ministry in the province with a presence in every community across Ontario. We are the largest police service in Ontario and the second largest in Canada.Sioux Lookout is located in the middle of Highway 71, which runs north-south. Highway 71 connects with The TransCanada Highway 17, which run east-west, in the north and links to Kenora, ON and Winnipeg, MB to the west and Dryden, ON to the east. In the south, Highway 71 connects with Highway 11, which runs east-west. Highway 11 links to Rainy River, ON and the Baudette, MN US border in the east and Fort Frances, ON, the International Falls, MN US Border and also Thunder Bay, ON in the west. Sioux Lookout is located along the eastern shores of Lake of the Woods, nestled in Mother Nature. Lake of the Woods is one of the worlds largest inland, freshwater lakes with over 14,000 islands and 65,000 miles of shoreline. As a small municipality, we pride ourselves on community spirit, environmental stewardship, and forward thinking. Spend your summers on the lake, in the sun and on the water or cozy up to a fire in a rustic cabin enjoying our winter wonderland.The OPP Values promote always doing the right things for the right reasons, by:

• Serving with PRIDE, PROFESSIONALISM and HONOUR.
• Interacting with RESPECT, COMPASSION and FAIRNESS.
• Leading with INTEGRITY, HONESTY and COURAGE.

What can I expect to do in this roleTo provide administrative, clerical and court support to Detachment personnel in the co-ordination and processing of administrative services.How do I qualifyMandatory

• Ability to pass an OPP background/ security investigation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of relevant sections of Federal and Provincial Statutes to communicate relevant information to the public, companies, agencies and ministry personnel. Knowledge of family, civil, provincial and criminal levels of judicial system, respective court processes and various court personnel, i.e. Judges, Justices of the Peace, Crown Attorneys and Defence Lawyers, in order to respond to court related enquiries and complete various court documents.Knowledge of arithmetic and ministry purchasing, expense, payroll, inventory and petty cash practices including forms completion and coding to perform financial/accounting duties and maintain petty cash fund.Knowledge of Workplace Safety and Insurance Board Act in order to process and track injury claims.Knowledge of and skill in computer operation and software including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint to produce court documents, type correspondence, prepare presentations and produce financial/statistical reports.Knowledge of records management practices and Niche RMS technology to maintain an organized, up-to-date records system.Oral communication skills to clarify the nature of requests from callers, relay messages, and respond to enquiries by providing detailed information, in person and by phone to agencies, companies, court and legal personnel, police services, and the public.Written communication skills to compose correspondence, prepare court documents, proofread a variety of documents, compile reports and summarize information.Exercises sensitivity, tact and diplomacy while greeting and responding to requests for information from individuals who are sometimes distraught, overly emotional or irate. Ability to work in a team environment.Problem solving skills to identify and analyze the nature of enquiries or calls, some of which are confidential and/or sensitive in nature, gaining clarity of request, and determines how best to respond or whether to refer person to a uniformed officer or other personnel. Problem-solving to check and verify a variety of reports, forms, and documents for accuracy; follow-up and correct where appropriate.Ability to plan and prioritize your own work on a daily basis.Additional Information:Ensure that you read the job description to make sure you understand this job. Even if you dont meet every requirement in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.Effective October 1, 2021, the OPS COVID-19 Safe Workplace Directive requires all Ontario Public Service employees 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.Employees who do not provide proof of full vaccination will be deemed ‘not vaccinated under the Directive and will be required to attend a vaccine education program and undergo regular rapid antigen testing. Employees who are not vaccinated under the policy with a valid medical exemption will not be required to attend a vaccine education program but must undergo regular rapid antigen testing.Application Instructions:Resume / cover letter must be received no later than 11:59 pm on 22-Feb-2022. Submit quoting WIN ID # (if applicable) and file # 22-034 showing how your qualifications, training and experience relate to the position to: S/Sgt Michael Kreisz - 62 Queen St E, Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1A4.Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.Email: michael.kreisz@opp.caThe Ontario Provincial Police is dedicated to ensuring open, accessible, equitable and respectful workplaces, and is committed to reflecting the diverse communities it serves. We encourage applications from members of our diverse communities, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, women, persons from racialized groups, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, those who are able to speak fluently in another language(s), and anyone committed to a rewarding career in public service. The Ontario Provincial Police is an equal opportunity employer and accommodations will be provided in all stages of our hiring processes, as necessary. If you require accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact the hiring manager.Additional Information:Address:

• 1 Permanent, 62 Queen St E, Sioux Lookout, North Region

Compensation Group: Ontario Provincial Police Association CiviliansUnderstanding the job ad - definitionsSchedule: 3.7Category: Corrections and EnforcementPosted on: Monday, January 31, 2022Quick Apply

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