Monitor Transcriber - Multiple On-call Irregular Positions

The Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ontario Provincial Police, and the Provincial Operations and Intelligence Bureau are seeking qualified individuals to join our Technical Support Section. In this exciting, rewarding and challenging opportunity, you will provide analysis of statements and investigative data in support of criminal investigations. You will also review, summarize, and input relevant material and transcribe/organize identified statements/data in preparation for court disclosure.
Please note that this posting is for multiple irregular, on-call positions.
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 Technical Support Section (TSS) is a highly specialized area in the OPP, comprised of members with a high level of expertise, that are responsible for providing sophisticated technical support to investigations.
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?

You will provide analysis of statements and investigative data in support of criminal investigations. You will also review, summarize, and input relevant material and transcribe/organize identified statements/data in preparation for court disclosure.

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• Must be able to pass an OPP background investigation.
• Pass typing test 45 wpm.
• Proficiency in multiple languages—written and oral. Languages to be identified based on the operational needs of the section.
• Required to work shiftwork.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to provide data entry and transcribing services for investigative units.
• Knowledge of computer programs, including word structure, spelling and grammar to accurately type information from statements and investigative materials and prepare related documentation.
• Knowledge of information logging and cataloguing procedures within restrictions of the software system.
• Proficient in computer software use (Microsoft Suite) with typing and keyboarding skills to transcribe statements. Knowledge of police terminology.
• Listening and analytical skills to gather relevant information and precisely transcribe statements and data verbatim from various sources.
• Oral communication, interpersonal skills, and composure to convey relevant and timely information often sensitive in nature. Ability to obtain and clarify information, receive direction and feedback on work product. Ability to collaborate with and work in a cooperative manner with other monitor/transcribers on assignments.
• Problem solving skills to recognize errors and to check and verify accuracy of transcribed data and documents and to follow up and correct where appropriate.
• Critical Thinking, analytical and reasoning skills to respond to unforeseen demands and changing priorities as multiple requests are received.

Additional Information:

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every requirement in this job posting.

Application Instructions:

Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.
Email: opp.tsb.cu@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.