Court Enforcement Officer (Irregular ON-call)

Are you looking for a challenging new opportunity? If you have what it takes to work in an enforcement environment, consider this opportunity as a Court Enforcement Officer.

Please note: in this position, you will work 7.25 hours per week.

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?

Working in the field, you will:
• execute writs, warrants and orders of the court ensuring compliance with legislation and regulations
• compile and receive goods and monetary amounts to satisfy judgment
• prepare reports and court documents
• attend at evictions and provide related services
• act as Process Server by receiving documents to be served and by effecting personal service as ordered by the court

Please note the following:
• there may be a requirement to work weekends and/or occasional evening shifts
• this position requires frequent travel
• the candidate is required to successfully complete training on self-defense and tactical communications for ministry certification on use of self-defense

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• The position requires the successful candidate to have a valid G driver's licence or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that s/he has a valid driver's license upon being hired.

Specialized Knowledge:

You have the ability to:
• interpret and apply enforcement procedures, relevant legislation and regulations
• understand functions of the Ontario court system, legal terminology and documentation
• acquire knowledge of investigative techniques
• ensure enforcement activities and related functions are in compliance with the law, rules and legislated timeframes, execute warrants, enforce judgements and orders

Analytical and Organizational Skills:

• You have analytical, decision making and judgment skills to accurately assess and recognize escalating situations
• You have organizational and planning skills to determine priorities

Communication Skills:

• You have interpersonal and communication skills to deal effectively with people in volatile situations and to provide clear explanations

Other Essential Skills:

• You are proficient with computer software to prepare reports and document activities
• You have mathematical skills to calculate the interest, principal and cost incurred in order to satisfy the enforcement of a writ order