The Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ontario Provincial Police, and the Field Support Bureau Commander are seeking a qualified individual to join our Offender Transport Unit. In this exciting, rewarding and challenging opportunity, you will maintain the safe and secure custody and control of offenders being transported between detention/correctional and court locations, and to ensure the proper working order of security and restraining equipment and OPP vehicles used in the performance of duties.
Note:This position is located in Ottawa, ON and is a fixed-term contract for one year for 0-20 hours/week with possibility of extension. This competition will be used to fill current and future temporary vacancies for Offender Transport Officer positions in Ottawa.
About Us:
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is one of North America's 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.
The Offender Transportation Program of the Ontario Provincial Police was formed in 2001. It is responsible for the transportation of male and female, adult and young persons, between secure institutions and the courts, on behalf of municipal police services as well as the OPP. The Offender Transportation Program is a cooperative between the Ministry of the Solicitor General, the OPP, and the Ministry of Children Community and Social Services (MCCSS).
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.
To maintain the safe and secure custody and control of offenders being transported between detention/correctional and court locations, and to ensure the proper working order of security and restraining equipment and OPP vehicles used in the performance of duties.
What can I expect to do in this role?
To manage court case files for a Detachment, providing liaison services with the court and monitoring the progress of files through the court system. To provide court security services for the detachment and court and to participate in the escort of offenders.
- Ability to pass an OPP background/ security investigation, including a psychological assessment.
- Certification in emergency first aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Heartsaver Certificate (CPR) in order to administer first aid to offenders; must maintain training and certification.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class G Driver's licence for the purpose of transporting offenders.
- Must meet requirements of basic physical fitness testing and maintain basic level of fitness to provide required safety and security services.
- Ability to pass and maintain ongoing certification in Use of Force.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain Special Constable status.
- Ability to work shifts and weekends.
- Must be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada
NOTE: Unless you are a current Offender Transportation Officer you are required to attach; proof of First Aid and CPR Level “C” and a current Drivers Abstract (no older than one month prior to initial job posting date) with your resume. Applications received without the required documents will not be considered valid.
- Knowledge of related policies and procedures and relevant sections of legislation, including Criminal Code, Youth Criminal Justice Act, Ministry of Correctional Services Act, Human Rights Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Knowledge of secure handling of weapons and contraband to properly handle such items found on offenders. Knowledge of inmate sub-culture and prisoner jargon to understand offenders when observing and communicating with them during transport.
- Knowledge of traffic laws of Ontario, basic vehicle maintenance and safety, and standard transport vehicle safety checks (e.g., tires, lights, safety equipment) to ensure the safe transportation of offenders in OTP vehicles.
- Knowledge of computer/software applications such as Microsoft Office Suite and database programs to input and retrieve data, complete reports and documentation, and to maintain accurate counts.
- Interpersonal skills to interact with offenders in a non-confrontational manner to elicit their cooperation while escorting them to and from court appearances and cells and comply with transport rules and regulations; to defuse disruptive behavior of offenders and resolve conflicts in a non-confrontational manner.
- Interpersonal skills to convey and exchange information with police officers, Provincial Communication Centre, institutional and court staff regarding offender status/condition, incidents, breaches of security, vehicle or equipment breakdown resulting in delays in arrival, etc.
- Written communication skills to clearly, accurately and concisely document incidents and factual accounts for inclusion in reports. Oral communication skills to testify in court, providing factual evidence regarding incidents involving offenders, as required.
- Problem solving and evaluative skills to co-ordinate pick-ups/deliveries and respond to medical emergencies and situations involving injury, disruptive behavior and non-compliance with rules, which interferes with maintaining transportation schedule.
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!
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
