SENIOR INVESTIGATOR
Apply NowCompany: Ontario College of Teachers
Location: Toronto, ON M4E 3Y1
Description:
Posting 25-2
Senior Investigator
Investigations Unit, Investigations and Professional Conduct Department
Limited term appointment - up to one-year with possibility of extension
Category 5 - Hiring Range $99,761 - $118,944
To assist the Manager, Investigations in supporting the Investigation Committee and in providing direction to and supervision of Investigators. Responsibilities include providing Investigators with initial and ongoing training, supervision of investigation progress, and review of relevant documents including investigation plans and investigation reports for the Investigation Committee. Responsibilities also include providing support to the Investigation Committee and its panels.
A proven investigator in the regulatory field with experience in sensitive and complex cases, you will have a good knowledge of the applicable legislation regarding the regulation of the teaching profession in Ontario, interact professionally with members of the public, members of the profession, employers, College counsel and defence counsel, are able to review a high volume of information in a timely fashion, attentive to detail, bring excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, produce exceptional written work product and adhere to timelines. You have also demonstrated a high level of productivity in your current or former roles. You have ability to be self-disciplined when working remotely.
Complaint investigations at the Ontario College of Teachers are generally document-based given that concerns have already been investigated by another organization, such as the member's employer or local police services. College investigations consist of obtaining relevant documents, analyzing the information received, identifying evidentiary gaps in files and conducting additional investigation as required, such as following up with employers and child and family services, and interviewing witnesses. After an investigation is complete, Investigators also prepare investigation reports for panels of the Investigation Committee. Investigations generally do not require off-site attendance, although this may be necessary when interviewing public complainants and witnesses.
Responsibilities:
Assistance to the Manager, Investigations
Training and development
Allocation of Cases:
Supervision of Investigators:
Investigation Committee:
Project management
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume through our application portal no later than January 24, 2025.
The Ontario College of Teachers offers competitive salaries, pension, comprehensive benefits and a modern, progressive work environment. This position operates with a mix of remote and in-office workdays.
The College's mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy that requires all staff, including prospective new employees, to be fully vaccinated by a Health Canada approved COVID-19 vaccine has been temporarily suspended. Currently new employees will not have to show evidence of vaccination. The College reserves the right to reactivate this policy at its discretion based on Public Health recommendations. Individuals with valid medical or other human rights-based exemptions will continue to be considered for appropriate accommodation within the policy.
Ontario College of Teachers is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
Senior Investigator
Investigations Unit, Investigations and Professional Conduct Department
Limited term appointment - up to one-year with possibility of extension
Category 5 - Hiring Range $99,761 - $118,944
To assist the Manager, Investigations in supporting the Investigation Committee and in providing direction to and supervision of Investigators. Responsibilities include providing Investigators with initial and ongoing training, supervision of investigation progress, and review of relevant documents including investigation plans and investigation reports for the Investigation Committee. Responsibilities also include providing support to the Investigation Committee and its panels.
A proven investigator in the regulatory field with experience in sensitive and complex cases, you will have a good knowledge of the applicable legislation regarding the regulation of the teaching profession in Ontario, interact professionally with members of the public, members of the profession, employers, College counsel and defence counsel, are able to review a high volume of information in a timely fashion, attentive to detail, bring excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, produce exceptional written work product and adhere to timelines. You have also demonstrated a high level of productivity in your current or former roles. You have ability to be self-disciplined when working remotely.
Complaint investigations at the Ontario College of Teachers are generally document-based given that concerns have already been investigated by another organization, such as the member's employer or local police services. College investigations consist of obtaining relevant documents, analyzing the information received, identifying evidentiary gaps in files and conducting additional investigation as required, such as following up with employers and child and family services, and interviewing witnesses. After an investigation is complete, Investigators also prepare investigation reports for panels of the Investigation Committee. Investigations generally do not require off-site attendance, although this may be necessary when interviewing public complainants and witnesses.
Responsibilities:
Assistance to the Manager, Investigations
Training and development
- Assist with preparation and updating of the resource manual for Investigation Committee and Roster members
- Support initial and ongoing training of Investigation Committee panel members
- Provide initial and ongoing training of Investigators
Allocation of Cases:
- Assign cases to Investigators and balance Investigator caseloads
Supervision of Investigators:
- Provide direction on the conduct of investigations, including analyzing initial information to detect evidentiary gaps in files, identifying persons to be interviewed, others (for example, child and family services) to be contacted for relevant information, substantiating documentation, determining if legal advice is required, and setting time frames for investigations
- Review investigation plans and proposed allegations of professional misconduct, competence or fitness to practise
- Conduct one-one weekly meetings with Investigators as necessary
- Conduct quarterly file reviews of investigation files to monitor file progress
- Review investigation reports with Investigators in advance of Investigation Committee panel meetings
- Conduct annual Performance Appraisals
Investigation Committee:
- Attend Investigation Committee panel meetings providing procedural advice to members as required
- Provide background, legislative and policy information at Investigation Committee panel meetings as required
Project management
- Co-ordinate assigned Investigation unit projects such as the implementation of changes to the College's governing legislation and the development and ongoing review of Investigation Unit policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager, Investigations
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Excellent oral and written communications skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong analytical abilities
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, Investigation Committee and Roster members, external counsel, employers and members of the public
- Good working knowledge of the Ontario College of Teachers Act and its relevant Regulations, the Education Act and the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017
- Experience in any of the following areas is considered an asset for this role:
- Expertise in EDI with an emphasis on barriers and marginalization experience within institutions and legal settings
- Professional regulatory organization
- A legal background with sound knowledge of administrative law and its application in a regulatory setting
- Supervisory experience of a team
To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume through our application portal no later than January 24, 2025.
The Ontario College of Teachers offers competitive salaries, pension, comprehensive benefits and a modern, progressive work environment. This position operates with a mix of remote and in-office workdays.
The College's mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy that requires all staff, including prospective new employees, to be fully vaccinated by a Health Canada approved COVID-19 vaccine has been temporarily suspended. Currently new employees will not have to show evidence of vaccination. The College reserves the right to reactivate this policy at its discretion based on Public Health recommendations. Individuals with valid medical or other human rights-based exemptions will continue to be considered for appropriate accommodation within the policy.
Ontario College of Teachers is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.