Security/Patrol Officer

The Ministry of the Solicitor General, the Ontario Provincial Police and Commander of Security Bureau seek a qualified person to provide 24-hour security for Ontario government buildings, its contents, parking garage and grounds, or those used by the Government of Ontario that are secured by the OPP including physical safety and security to its occupants and visitors.

Note: Effective January 1st, 2025 the salary range for this position is $38.70 to $41.05 per hour in compliance with the applicable OPPA collective agreement provisions.

The hours of work are 40 hours per week. You are expected to work rotating shifts of 12 hours in a security detachment that provides 7 days per week service, 24 hours a day.

This posting is for permanent opportunities in Queen's Park detachment. The results of this competition will be used to fill current and future opportunities with qualified eligible candidates within the unit during the next 12 months following the competition closing.

This position is an operational position requiring in-person attendance. The successful applicant will be required to report to Queen's Park Detachment to perform their duties in accordance with Ontario Public Service workplace policies.

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.

Security Bureau houses the OPP security function under a single, unified command. The Bureau provides effective, efficient and consistent protective and investigative services.

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.

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?

To provide 24-hour security services for Ontario government buildings, its contents, parking garage and grounds, or those used by the Government of Ontario that are secured by the OPP including physical safety and security to its occupants and visitors.

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• Must possess a valid, Province of Ontario, Class G driver's license
• Must meet and maintain annual Use of Force training and specifications according to policing standards for Special Constables
• Ability to pass training in First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Constable status as per the Community Safety and Policing Act
• Ability to pass an OPP background security investigation
• Ability to engage in regular walking, running, climbing during patrols, escorting persons and responding to emergencies.
• Canadian citizen, landed immigrant or permanent resident status and legally entitled to work in this country

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Judgement and discretion to work within established procedures.
• Communication skills to greet, escort and provide information and directions to building occupants and visitors including dignitaries, employees and the general public.
• Interpersonal skills to intervene and restrain during disturbances and other volatile situations, as well as to gather information during incident investigations, including an ability to relay, explain and exchange information with peers, emergency personnel (Fire, EMS), police officers and other Detachment personnel when dispatching, during incidents, shift changes, etc.
• Problem Solving ability to assess potentially dangerous or volatile situations, and determines appropriate response and actions given the circumstances and established procedures to resolve the issue or problem.
• Ability to use of computers for data entry, working processing and security operations functions.
• Written communication skills to document incidents and prepare reports.
• Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate integrity in the workplace.
• Personal integrity

Additional Information:

Note: The identified successful candidates will need to participate in and successfully complete mandatory training to ensure they are able to fulfill the duties of this position (Special Constable Status and Use of Force training).

Ensure that you read the job description to make sure you understand this job. Even if you don't meet every requirement in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.

Application Instruction:

Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

Email: Hiring.QueensPark@opp.ca

The 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 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.

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