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JOB SUMMARY

Transit Operations provides safe, reliable and courteous transit services and excellence in customer service delivery to 100 million transit customers per year, by means of conventional bus, para transit and rail operations. The Transit Special Constable Unit manages the Special Constable and Fare Enforcement Programs, Transit revenue loss and fare enforcement programs, property protection and law enforcement programs, the transit emergency response and preparedness programs, communications equipment/systems, processes and sectional records activities.
 

You are responsible for security and law enforcement duties involving passengers, employees, Transit Services facilities/vehicles/assets and the general public.
 

You execute the duties of a Sworn Special Constable/Peace Officer, agent and occupier of City of Ottawa Transit Services*, in accordance with:

• Federal/Provincial/Municipal laws
• Special Constable contract with the Ottawa Police Services Board
• Rules and regulations governing a Special Constable appointment (as amended from time to time)
• Corporate/Branch/Division policies and standards
• Corporate/Branch Code of Ethics, Core Values and Mission Statement, that is consistent and compatible with Ottawa Police Service policies and standards

*The Police Services Board grants an Officer’s Special Constable status for Ottawa, with an approval from the Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services, in accordance with the Police Services Act, R.S.O. 1990. Special Constables are Peace Officers as defined in the Criminal Code of Canada.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of community college Police Foundations or Law and Security Certificate.
 

Minimum of 2 years of security experience in a transit environment.

Related experience in dealing with people and enforcement procedures may be considered as alternate relevant experience.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Good knowledge of security or law enforcement operations, as well as the duties of a Special Constable with Peace Officer authority, including the use/application of the Criminal Code of Canada, Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, Trespass to Property Act, Provincial Offences Act, Liquor Licence Act, Safe Streets Act, MFIPPA, as well as related Federal and Provincial Statutes, and Transit By-law
• City/Branch/Division policies and procedures affecting Transit operations including standard operating procedures and emergency standing orders
•  Court processes and procedures
• Investigative and evidence gathering techniques
• Crowd control and emergency response techniques
• Dispute resolution techniques
• Personal and physical security methods
• Electrical and computerized security equipment
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Work independently, with minimal supervision, and collaboratively with peers and managers as part of a team
• Capable of relating to transit customers, while working in a public environment, and of dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviors
• Possess leadership and negotiation skills
• Possess analytical and problem solving skills
• Possess demonstrated assertiveness and self-control
• Possess strong conflict/dispute/crisis resolution skills
• Able to exercise sound judgement and to make authoritative decisions where time may not permit soliciting advice from senior staff
• Possess computer literacy in MS Office Suite in a Windows environment, including use of Ozone and the Internet
• Able to build and maintain relationships within the community, with stakeholders and other agencies
• Able to demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of all people and cultures
• Possess organizational and time management skills to deal effectively with multiple demands, conflicting priorities, and deadlines
• Possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and report writing skills
• Possess neat and legible handwriting
• Possess effective public relations and public speaking skills
• Able to use portable corporate communications technologies, such as 2-way radio, etc.
• Able to drive a City vehicle
• Possess a work record of good attendance/job performance
• Be of good moral character and habits
• Able to be respectful, to relate to Transit customers, co-workers and the general public, and to work in a non-confrontational manner
• Possess cultural awareness, value diversity and be sensitive to others
• Able to display tact and diplomacy
• Able to deal with physical situations and physically control/restrain others when necessary
• Able to work outside in all weather conditions
• Able to be available for unplanned overtime, work a variety of scheduled shifts, including split shifts, weekends and evenings

JOB SUMMARY

The Water Distribution Branch manages the operation and maintenance of City of Ottawa’s water distribution system to ensure the continuous and adequate supply of high quality potable water to customers at the lowest cost, including condition assessment, leak detection, operation, repair and maintenance of all mains, valves, and services within the distribution system; inspection, maintenance and repair of fire hydrants; and support to City capital and private development works related to water distribution buried infrastructure.

As a Water Distribution Operator, you are responsible for performing and assisting with a variety of tasks related to the water distribution system using specialized tools and equipment; maintenance, inspection, water quality testing, component installation replacement or repair, manual labour and other related duties and tasks associated with the operation and maintenance of the City’s water distribution system, either alone or under the guidance of an Operator in Charge or crew leader.

As a Water Distribution Operator in Training, you are responsible for performing some or all of the duties of the Water Distribution Operator, under the direction of the supervisor.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Grade 12

Minimum of 13 months of experience in a construction or utility operations and maintenance environment

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Advanced knowledge of water main and appurtenance materials, installation standards and specifications, repair, maintenance and operation principles
• Intermediate knowledge of mathematics, chemistry, water system hydraulics and conveyance principles
• Intermediate knowledge of public health principles and water quality control, assurance and disinfection procedures used within a water distribution systems
• Intermediate knowledge of current provincial legislation pertaining to drinking water systems
• Advanced knowledge of health and safety procedures, equipment and legislation
• Detailed knowledge of the of corporate/departmental by-laws, policies, procedures, and the City’s standards and specifications in relation to the installation, maintenance and repairs of the water distribution system
• Detailed knowledge of techniques and equipment used to safely excavate around, under, or in close proximity to other utility structures, i.e. gas, hydro and Bell
• Detailed knowledge of roadway work operations and traffic control regulations
• Detailed knowledge in the use and safe operation of tools such as drills boring machines, valve turning machines, grinders, torque wrenches, impact hammers, pipe saws, chainsaws, etc.
• Knowledge of handheld water quality testing equipment
• Knowledge of safe work practices in hazardous environments including traffic, confined space, trenches, adverse weather conditions and in proximity to heavy construction equipment
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Follow instruction and work as part of a team
• Communicate effectively with the general public and other employees
• Demonstrate reading skills to read and interpret written correspondence, engineering design plans and maps
• Demonstrate written skills to record field data from work activities
• Recognize potential issues or hazards and recommend corrective action
• Operate and demonstrate use of required tools and equipment
• Operate mobile computing devices for the purpose of data collection
• Good interpersonal skills
• Initiative, strong judgment, reliable, highly self-motivated, conscientious
• Mechanical aptitude
• Safety oriented
• Dedication to the position and to the community
• Physically capable of performing all duties and activities associated with the position
• Ability to work overtime at night, on weekends and holidays, and participate in on-call rotations throughout the year

JOB SUMMARY

The mandate of Long Term Care Services is to provide resident care based on the needs of individuals, as determined by medical, nursing, functional and psychosocial assessments, and on each resident's expressed needs. The care provided in each Home includes specialized, restorative, supportive and palliative care for persons with dementia, disabilities and health problems who cannot live independently in their homes, and whose needs cannot be met in the community.

You are responsible for planning, developing, implementing and evaluating a social work program for the home within a social model of care in accordance with Ministry of Health and Long Term Care standards, Accreditation Canada standards and the mission, vision and values of the Long Term Care Branch.  The focus is on the social and emotional wellbeing of the residents and their families.

You act as the facility Resident Placement Coordinator, including admissions, discharges and transfers, and as a member of the inter-disciplinary team, strengthen the psychosocial functioning and support systems of the home to assist successful resident transition to the home and ongoing individual quality of life in the home, with an emphasis on resident safety and engagement.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of 4 year university degree in Social Work

Minimum of 3 years of experience in Social Work

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Health and social services systems in Ottawa
• Community resources
• Principles and practices of social work in a long term care setting within a social model of care
• Techniques, approaches and procedures appropriate to the inter-disciplinary management and delivery of care to residents with cognitive impairments, psychogeriatric conditions and physical impairments
• Group dynamics and team building techniques
• Crisis intervention

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Plan, organize and direct social work services in a social model of care
• Work effectively within an interdisciplinary team
• Liaise effectively with community, health and social agencies
• Excellent communication both verbally and in written form
• Set priorities and meet deadlines
• Counselling techniques
• Effective leadership and management qualities
• Strong and effective interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Tact and discretion, non-judgmental
• Self-starter
• Highly motivated to achieve program objectives through a cohesive, effective team

JOB SUMMARY

The Transit Fleet and Facilities Maintenance team provides safe, reliable, efficient, timely and cost-effective transit vehicle maintenance services to support federally regulated transit services within the City. The work involves planning, developing, managing, implementing, coordinating and monitoring transit vehicle maintenance activities; materials management and warranty activities; and engineering and technical support activities for vehicle maintenance, including reliability and quality process analysis.
 

You provide vehicle-related engineering and technical expertise to Transit Operations through analysis of issues, problem solving, research/development, life cycle analysis and teamwork on special projects.  You support other units within the branch, ensuring best practices, performance measurement, and client-focused service delivery models and designs, in order to maximize existing resources.
 

As one of multiple incumbents in this job, you may be required to perform any/all of the following duties:

• providing engineering support including design sketches, drawings and work procedures;
• providing engineering expertise in bus electronic hardware and software systems;
• providing engineering expertise for the transit vehicle capital acquisition program;
• providing engineering expertise regarding safety issues for transit vehicles;
• providing engineering expertise and life cycle management for the Vehicle Refurbishment and Rebuild programs;
• developing/implementing a Configuration Management Program for transit vehicles and developing/implementing approved modifications for transit vehicles;
• developing/implementing and supporting a hybrid or other alternative technology program;
• designing/implementing Trial and Evaluation Programs to provide design and engineering support for projects relating to new requirements, and new technologies; and
• planning, coordinating and implementing a variety of Transit Operations studies and special projects.

You may also assist the manager with engineering expertise in procurement projects and technical specification documentation; and communicate with internal/external clients, liaise with other City of Ottawa centers of expertise, and liaise with federal/provincial government agencies and civilian automotive societies and associations for application and interpretation of standards, regulations and various acts.
 

In addition, you direct the implementation of project strategies, and manage project work, including the financial and human resources related to the project.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of 4 year university degree in Engineering, in either Mechanical Engineering or Electronics / Electrical Engineering, depending on the position
 

Minimum of 3 years of experience in the field of systems engineering for vehicles, including the analysis of data, specification development, manufacturing or project management

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Technical knowledge of the design, fabrication, quality control and installations of vehicle electrical and electronic parts, components and systems;
• Practical knowledge of automotive systems and sub-system designs, and operation
• Motor vehicle standards and legislation (Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety standards, Society of Automotive Engineer standards, Canadian Safety standards, Ontario Highway Traffic Act regulations)
• Repair garages and work processes involved
• Reliability centered maintenance, including reliability, maintainability, and availability 
• Vehicle technology including performance and technical specifications
• Business software and information systems (SAP, maintenance management information systems, Project management)
• Engineering and Configuration Change Management
• Quality Assurance and Control standards and methodology applicable to automotive industry
• Life Cycle Management and Life Cycle Costing of equipment
• Principles/techniques of project management
• Knowledge of data collection, validation, analysis, and uses
• Knowledge of drafting software tools such as AutoCAD or MicroStation

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Able to work independently, with minimum supervision, and collaboratively with all staff as part of a team  
• Possess organizational skills and flexibility to plan, initiate, organize and prioritize own work, and to deal effectively with multiple projects/demands, conflicting priorities, pressures and deadlines
• Able to research and analyze issues, interpret trial results, make decisions, develop appropriate solutions and formulate recommendations
• Able to work collaboratively and to bring conflicting points of view to consensus
• Possess computer literacy in MS Office Suite in a Windows environment, including use of the intra/Internet 
• Possess analytical skills using fleet maintenance data 
• Possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and report writing skills
• Able to present information to internal/external audiences
• Analytical and attentive to detail
• Innovative and resourceful
• Able to demonstrate sound judgement  
• Able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy
• Possess initiative and self-motivation
• Flexible and adaptable to deal with shifting priorities 
• Possess a work record of good attendance and job performance

JOB SUMMARY

The Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services department is responsible for building a healthy, inclusive and vibrant City, as well as ensuring that communities, residents and visitors have access to the recreation and cultural places, programs, events and services that allow them to experience all the benefits the City has to offer, and overseeing Buildings and Facilities Management for improved service delivery integration, ensuring the best possible client experience in City facilities. Y

ou are responsible for coordinating, supervising and evaluating the direct involvement of site specific Public Skating Programs. Responsibilities include site coordination, supervision, direction of participants, cash handling, customer service, risk management procedures and general administrative tasks.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Grade 10

Leadership Training is an asset.

Minimum of 1 year of experience in an administrative / cash handling role and working with the public.

Previous experience in leading recreation activities and providing direction to participants.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Demonstrated confidence as a competent skater (i.e. able to skate forwards, backwards, cross-overs and stops).
• Develops a working knowledge of the Department’s facilities and programmes in order to make appropriate referrals to other sites as required.
• Ability to instruct skating an asset (i.e. knowledge of basic skating skills).

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Demonstrated effective problem-solving skills, decision-making and judgement.
• Able to maintain records.
• Ability to work effectively in both a team setting and independently with minimum supervision.
• Positive and effective communication and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Ability to relate positively and effectively with a wide diversity of people.
• Understanding of Corporate cash handling policies and procedures.
• Able to work in an environment, which has multiple demands and changing priorities.
• Displays initiative, reliability and flexibility.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be available to work staggered hours (i.e. weekdays, evenings, weekends)
• Must wear City of Ottawa provided jacket/vest, fanny pack and whistle.

JOB SUMMARY

The Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services department is responsible for building a healthy, inclusive and vibrant City, as well as ensuring that communities, residents and visitors have access to the recreation and cultural places, programs, events and services that allow them to experience all the benefits the City has to offer, and overseeing Buildings and Facilities Management for improved service delivery integration, ensuring the best possible client experience in City facilities.

You are responsible for the coordination of recreation, arts, special needs, aquatics or sports programs to a variety of age groups in a recreational setting.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Grade 11

Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience; demonstrated programming experience in a recreational or applicable setting.

Educational background in Recreation or other related experience is an asset

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• City of Ottawa Policies and Procedures. Demonstrated awareness of Safety/Security of programmes
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to work in a team setting or independently
• Ability to train, supervise staff and volunteers
• Computer competency preferred
• Must possess excellent public relations, leadership, communication and organizational skills
• Flexibility
• Creative intuition
• Skilled Communicator

JOB SUMMARY

Water Facilities & Treatment Services delivers engineering programs and support services to the Infrastructure & Water Services Department, including developing the corporate Asset Management strategy for water and wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, reservoirs and facilities, capital project management services (facility and network), lifecycle performance optimization, energy efficiency and energy management initiatives, and efficiency improvements for water, wastewater, stormwater and solid waste programs.

You are responsible for providing reliability engineering expertise in specific areas, such as Mechanical/HVAC or Electrical/Instrumentation or Civil disciplines, relating to work involving either facilities or network assets.  You identify and resolve asset reliability risks that could adversely affect plant, facility, linear systems or equipment operations, including condition assessment, failure elimination, risk management and life cycle asset management. You also contribute to the continuous improvement of asset/equipment reliability through sourcing condition assessment and maintenance best practices, providing training, and recommending preventive, predictive and basic equipment care practices.  

Facilities may include:

• For drinking water and waste water: Treatment plants, pumping stations, tanks, structure and force mains assets
• For solid waste: Landfill site(s) or transfer station assets
• Programs focus on multidiscipline predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance support.

Networks may include:

• For drinking water and waste water: large diameter water mains, sanitary and storm sewers and collectors
• For surface water: storm ponds, open channel drainage systems
• Programs focus on condition assessment and maintenance program optimization provisions and system capacity management.

In addition, you: provide implementation management and coordination condition (predictive maintenance) assessment and maintenance support, and root cause analysis of equipment failures; and conduct needs analysis and assist in the development of annual and longer term rehabilitation programs for projects through the coordination of research data, compilation and analysis of information on existing infrastructure, and prioritization of rehabilitation needs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of 4 year university degree in Engineering or Applied Science in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil or Municipal Engineering (as required for specific facility or network work location) 

Minimum of 5 years of related, progressively responsible experience in a relevant municipal engineering environment applying the principles and practices of reliability engineering, including experience with Condition Based Monitoring programs, non-destructive testing and other predictive technologies, diagnosis/resolution of technically advanced problems and the management of external consultants

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Corporate, departmental and branch policies and procedures
• Federal, provincial and municipal legislation, and municipal engineering standards, pertaining to water quality, potable water, sanitary, wastewater, and storm water services
• Federal and provincial government legislation and regulatory requirements governing environmental issues and assessments, building/electrical/fire codes, and safety
• The City’s environmental services infrastructure and system components, including design, construction operations and performance
• General theory and principles of Infrastructure Asset Management approaches pertaining to equipment level of service and criticality, root cause analysis, maintenance management strategies, and use of applicable condition assessment and predictive maintenance practices (PdM’s)
• Electrical, Mechanical and Civil engineering  planning, design, construction/rehabilitation/maintenance related to the work 
• Infrastructure management systems, digital inventories and schematic mapping to determine data requirements, feasibility and architecture to manage the inventory
• Computerized Maintenance Management Software–SAP and Maximo and the integration of data information from SCADA Systems
• CADD, GIS and Microstation
• Principles of project management 
• Confined Space and working-at-heights requirements
• Research, surveying and data gathering and analysis techniques
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.

For Mechanical work:

• Maintenance and operation of various mechanical equipment associated with drinking and waste water facilities
• TSSA Regulations & Codes including CSA B51, Boilers & Pressure Vessel Ontario Regulations 220/01 & TSSA Owner User Programs
• Welding & Brazing procedures, possible faults & material selection
• ASME Piping Codes B31.1, B31.3 & B31.5
• Failure Mechanisms of Storage Tanks & Piping Systems
• Testing, monitoring & repair programs such as Pressure Relief Valves, noise/thermographic/vibrational/Oil Analysis, Hose Inspection Program & Lifting Devices 
• TSSA Boilers and Pressure Vessels (BPV) Safety Program & the City of Ottawa Design Standards 
• Mechanical assembly diagrams

For Electrical work:

• Energy management issues to advise on energy savings and forecast energy needs
• High and low power distribution, generation, motor control and process, switchgear motor starters, instrumentation systems and related maintenance, installation, testing and repair procedures
• National and local electrical codes and standards
• Information systems techniques and practices
• Maintenance and operation of electrical, instrumentation, and SCADA systems
• Electrical and electronic wiring diagrams

For Civil (Facilities/Structural) disciplines:

• Failure mechanisms of concrete structures and structural steel tanks including API 650 designated tanks
• Failure mode analysis and remaining service life of concrete structures and knowledge of various repair methods
• Maintenance and operation of water distribution and wastewater systems
• Condition assessment theory, practices and technologies associated with water distribution and wastewater systems
• Repair, rehabilitation and replacement approaches and methodologies
• Various coating systems, membrane technology and expansion joint sealing technology
• Mechanical design to include pump base and pipe support design

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Work independently, with minimal direction, and collaboratively with all staff as part of a team
• Able to identify and analyze complex engineering problems and manage multi-disciplinary assignments to develop realistic solutions problems involving design, resources, scheduling, technical and other difficulties
• Able to provide technical leadership to plan, lead, coordinate, implement and manage projects to completion, provide functional supervision to others, and to manage work quality, scheduling and completion 
• Possess organizational skills and flexibility to plan, initiate, organize and prioritize own work, to manage a high volume of projects and to deal effectively with multiple demands, conflicting priorities, pressures and deadlines
• Able to manage contracted work, and foster good working relationships with external contractors in order to achieve Branch objectives 
• Possess computer literacy in applications such as MS Office Suite, ArcMap
• Able to perform data analysis, formulate recommendations, and create and maintain reports 
• Possess strong documentation, report writing and presentation skills
• Able to apply facilitation, negotiation and conflict management skills
• Demonstrate leadership and initiative
• Able to think analytically, and be attentive to accuracy and detail 
• Able to demonstrate sound judgement
• Flexible adaptable and resourceful
• Team oriented  
• Diplomatic, discreet and tactful when dealing with sensitive matters , and contentious issues and situations

JOB SUMMARY

The Community Health, Wellness and Chronic Disease Prevention Service Area in Ottawa Public Health is responsible for developing policies and public health interventions that support individuals to achieve optimal health, as well as working with organizations and partners to create supportive social and physical environments and build community capacity.  You will provide front-line services for clients of the Harm Reduction program, including Needle & Syringe Program and Overdose Prevention Services for populations at increased risk (including individuals who use substances and or work in the sex industry).   You are responsible for distributing supplies (such as needles) for safer drug use, teaching about safer drug use and overdose prevention, and referring people to other health and social services.  This includes establishing a supportive environment for clients to access wrap-around services, the provision of practical assistance, crisis support, ongoing assessment of needs, and connection to community supports and services.  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of 3 year university degree in humanities, social sciences, sociology, human sciences, or a related field

Minimum of 1 year of experience in outreach work

KNOWLEDGE

• Harm reduction approach
• HIV and Hepatitis C etiology and epidemiology
• HIV and Hepatitis C risk reduction strategies and street outreach.
• Addiction and mental health issues and crisis intervention
• Community services and resources
• Must be familiar with all applicable health and safety legislation, have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the work place, and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff in accordance with applicable legislation and City policies and procedures.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary team
• Communicate effectively with high-risk individual/injection drug users and their partners.
• Health counseling and assessment techniques
• Set priorities and manage time effectively
• Work both independently and in a team.
• Identify and seek pertinent continuous education opportunities.
• Work in non-conventional settings.
• Assist in program development
• Appropriately assess and respond to situations based on available information and past experience
• Prepare and write reports/records and maintain same
• De-escalate interpersonal conflicts in an effective manner through crisis intervention techniques
• Demonstrate problem solving ability
• Organize time and workload effectively
• Flexible
• Understanding of the differing beliefs and value systems of others and respectful of all individuals.
• Self-directed
• Comfortable with sexuality topics, such as sexual orientation, sexually transmitted diseases, birth control and pregnancy options. Due to the nature of the work, this job requires flexible working hours that includes evening and weekends.

JOB SUMMARY

Traffic Signal Installation & Field Programs is responsible for Traffic Signal assembly, installation, modification and maintenance, Traffic Control Room management of data and video equipment and data communications, Signal Timing engineering, Camera assembly, installation, modification and maintenance, and Re-lamping management.

You work with a team of traffic signal specialists to assist in the assembly, installation and maintenance of traffic control devices to support the city’s goal of maintaining and expanding the traffic system network to meet the needs of the traveling public.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Grade 12 

At least 6 months of post-secondary training obtained from a community college in basic electrical theory, basic construction theory or related field is desirable

Minimum of 1 year of related experience in the electrical, construction and maintenance activities of both the public and private sectors; such sectors may include Traffic Light and Street Lighting construction and maintenance, Hydro Utilities, or factory plant maintenance

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations as it relates to traffic control, electrical hazards and any other relevant sections.
• Ontario Regulation 239/02 Minimum Maintenance Standards.
• Ontario Traffic Manual
• Ontario Traffic Act
• Provincial Workplace Violence and Harassment Legislation 
• City policies and procedures as they relate to Occupational Health and Safety, WHIMIS, and work-area protection
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to understand and follow wiring schematics and diagrams
• Work and communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers
• Continuously learn, assimilate and use new information
• Follow written and verbal instructions with a minimum of supervision
• Energetic, resourceful and dependable
• Capable of exercising tact, diplomacy and discretion in dealing with internal and external contacts
• Ability to pull cable through ducts in all weather conditions, without physical limitations
• Ability to lift items of 75 lbs weight and heavier when the load is shared between two persons
• Ability to work at height, either on ladders or in an aerial bucket
• Ability to kneel and crouch when performing tasks
• Ability to work in manholes and small spaces
• Ability to work on-call on a rotating basis, and overtime as needed
• Ability to respond to call out and arrive on site with 45 minutes
• Available to work extended hours
• Available to be ‘on-call’ on a back-up basis outside of normal working hours including on weekends and statutory holidays

JOB SUMMARY

The Office of the City Solicitor provides a comprehensive and complex range of legal services to elected officials, all City of Ottawa departments, and various boards and commissions (i.e. Ottawa Police Services Board, Ottawa Community Land Development Corporation and the Ottawa Public Library), in the areas of civil litigation, labour and employment law, prosecutions, and corporate, municipal, planning, development, environmental, and commercial law.  

You are accountable for providing vision, leadership and strategic direction to Office of the City Solicitor team, and planning, organizing, directing, controlling, evaluating and improving the development and delivery of its priorities, services, programs and operations. Your decisions impact how Office of the City Solicitor will achieve the City’s strategic and long-term goals and objectives as determined by City Council and senior management, and short and long-term goals of other Departments that involve the provision of legal services.  

Services and programs include: 

• Legal advice to Council, Committees and Departments through the preparation of legal opinions and support on such diverse matters as planning and real estate, tendering and procurement, public health, transportation and transit, environmental issues, housing matters, cultural and recreational services, access to information and protection of privacy, and municipal taxation and assessment
• Municipal by-laws and provincial offences – prosecution and administration
• Civil litigation both by and against the City 
• Labour and employment law, including arbitration hearings, Human Rights advice and tribunal hearings, WSIB and OH&S matters 
• Labour relations, including collective bargaining, grievances and guidance on employee management issues
• Receipt, investigation and processing of claims against the City
• By-law, contract and agreement drafting, review and processing 
• Real property transactions (sales, acquisitions, leases, easements, title searches)
• Zoning and Official Plan issues (including Ontario Municipal Board hearings) 
• Insurance (purchasing and management) 
• Municipal Assessment and Taxation 
• Road openings / closings / dedications 
• Tendering and procurement law matters 
• Legal Operations and Support Services, which encompass all legal operational and administrative support functions, including financial planning and monitoring, legal research, file and knowledge management, insurance certificate monitoring and renewals, claims processing, support to the labour relations function, and the Articling Program.
   

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Minimum of 10 years of related experience in the practice of law with emphasis on municipal law, including a minimum of 5 years managing human resources, external contract resources, operating and capital budgets in a complex public organization or private sector corporation

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Principles, practices, procedures, techniques, laws and regulations pertaining to the Office’s functions, programs, services and operations
• Legislation relating to municipal corporations, including the Municipal Act 2001, the Planning Act, the Provincial Offences Act, the Human Rights Code, MFIPPA and other related statutes
• Knowledge of the law of civil procedure, corporate, commercial and real estate law, labour and employment law, planning and development law, and environmental law
• The City of Ottawa, its operations and corporate governance structure
• Relevant City codes, policies and procedures 
• Public private partnerships and other alternate service delivery models
• Principles and methods of economic, financial, social and political risk analysis
• Principles and practices of public policy and business administration 
• The City of Ottawa’s current social, political, business and economic climates
• Project management principles and practices
• Human resource management practices in a unionized work environment
• Must be familiar with applicable health and safety legislation, have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the work place, and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff in accordance with applicable legislation and City policies and procedures
   

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Core Behaviours
Core behaviours define the City’s expectations of the behaviours employees should demonstrate in performing their work.  They are reflective of the City’s culture and values and guide all our present and future activities.  Every employee is encouraged to learn, embody, and demonstrate these core behaviours.

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Leadership Competencies
The City has defined key competencies that leaders are expected to embody and demonstrate to successfully move the organization towards achieving its strategic objectives and create an organizational culture that supports and empowers employees to excel, grow and reach their full potential. These leadership competencies and associated behaviours are expected to be demonstrated by leaders at all levels of the organization. 

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