INVESTIGATOR/ANALYST

Do you have a background in investigative interviewing, and have strong analytical and communication skills? If so, considering applying for this challenging role, within the Office of the Independent Police Review Director (OIPRD), Ministry of the Attorney General, where you will plan, conduct, review, analyze and report with recommendations on the results of investigations into complaints about the police in Ontario under the delegated authority of the Police Services Act.

The OIPRD is responsible for the objective oversight in the investigation of public complaints against the police of Ontario.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role, you will:

• Conduct investigations of public complaints about police from inception to completion
• Assess the investigation scope, determine required evidence and information, and identify best investigation methodology and specific interview techniques
• Consolidate investigation data and evidence, and prepare written summary and reports of the investigation to address key issues, facts and investigation findings
• Prepare written investigation analyses, interim reports, biweekly case reviews, briefing notes, chronologies and input for presentations to the public and community groups
• Contribute to the OIPRD committees, task forces, meetings and special initiatives on investigation-related planning, issues and problem solving

Please note, this position requires regular travel, including overnight stays, in order to conduct investigations

How do I qualify?

Specialized Knowledge

You have:

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in practical and theoretical contemporary investigation principles, theories, practices, standards and tools.
• Ability to acquire knowledge of the principles, processes and procedures of the police, legal and court environment to plan and execute impartial investigation gathering, analyses, reports and recommendations
• Ability to lead the review of accident reconstruction, sexual assault, death investigation, and other investigations conducted using the Major Case Management (MCM) model
• Knowledge of investigative techniques, judicial process, rules of evidence and court procedures, and related legislation (e.g. Independent Police Review Act, 2007, Police Services Act, R.S.O. 1990), and investigations-related regulations, statues and precedents (e.g. constitutional law, the Criminal Code of Canada, the Canada Evidence Act, the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Public Inquiries Act, and regulations governing the OIPRD) to ensure the integrity and compliance in fulfilling the investigation role

Analytical and Problem Solving Skills

You can:

• Gather, interpret and assess the details of evidence required to support complainant investigations
• Lead investigation analysis reviews, synthesize information from multiple sources, develop, write and deliver in-depth analytical reports
• Evaluate, assess and determine the usefulness, relevance and admissibility of evidence
• Assess each individual situation, and make recommendations for resolution based on specific investigation findings
• Compile evidence and conduct a detailed summary analysis of findings

Communication, Consultation and Investigation Interview Skills

You can:

• Conduct interviews and obtain information and evidence from complainants, representatives and witnesses during investigation interviews
• Explain investigation principles, needs, findings, legislation and analysis of evidence
• Develop and write investigation complainants who may exhibit emotional, irate or confrontational behaviour, and to defuse potentially volatile situations
• Discuss and disclose case-related information which may be sensitive and/or confidential
• Apply tact, discretion and diplomacy to gather, discuss and disclose sensitive and/or confidential case-related information, demonstrate objectivity, patience and sensitivity to persons involved in the investigative process
• Demonstrate sensitivity, impartiality and empathy to interview complainants

Computer Skills:

• You are proficient with common office software (e.g. MS Office, Internet, email) and case management systems to develop analytical reports, prepare case summaries and recommendations

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 theOPS 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 application instructions below if you require a disability-related accommodation.

Additional Information:

Note:

• 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 Acquisition Branch (TAB), HR Service Delivery Division (HRSDD) 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 individual’s 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.
• 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.