Talent Pool - Program Support Clerk/Driver (Seasonal)

Location
1075 Bay Street, Toronto, ON
 
Benefits
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Apply By: Tuesday, August 5, 2025 11:59 pm EDT
Talent Pool - Program Support Clerk/Driver (Seasonal)
Job ID:
230859
Posting status:
Open
Organization:
Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism
Division:
Citizenship, Inclusion and Heritage Division / Ontario Honours and Awards Secretariat
City:
Toronto
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
Temporary - recurring seasonal contracts for up to 10 months (February to November)
Job code:
06OAD - Office Administration 06
Salary:
$25.32 - $29.24 Per hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Support events that celebrate the best of Ontario!

Are you interested in a job where you can travel, work with a supportive team, and make a real impact? As a Program Support Clerk/Driver, you'll help deliver award ceremonies across Ontario that honour volunteers, and community leaders who make a difference in their communities.

Please note: This competition will be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill upcoming seasonal opportunities that occur within eighteen months, following the conclusion of the competition. The number of positions to be filled has not been identified at this time.

About the Division:

The Citizenship, Inclusion and Heritage Division promotes economic growth and equitable opportunities, where all Ontarians can fully participate and prosper, and recognizes and celebrates Ontario's exceptional individuals and cultural heritage resources.

About the Branch:

The Ontario Honours and Awards Secretariat recognizes exceptional individuals who are making a difference in the community, the province and the world by leading the delivery of Ontario's honours and awards, including fostering inclusive and vibrant communities through its volunteer recognition programs.
About the job
In this seasonal role, you'll support the planning and delivery of award ceremonies across the province. You'll travel to different communities, often a new city each week, and help ensure each event runs smoothly from start to finish.

Your responsibilities will include:

driving a van with event materials to ceremony locations
setting up stages, displays, and reception areas
welcoming guests, handing out name tags and certificates, and assisting during the ceremony
preparing and organizing program materials, mailouts, and supplies
answering phone calls and responding to general questions about the awards
entering and updating nomination information in a database
keeping files and records organized and up to date
working closely with your team to solve problems and support successful events

This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys active, hands-on work, collaborating with others, and contributing to meaningful community recognition. You'll gain valuable experience in event coordination, public service, and teamwork, while helping celebrate the best of Ontario.
What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements
you must have a valid Ontario driver's licence

Analytical and problem-solving skills
you pay attention to detail and can spot and correct errors in information
you know when to raise issues or ask a team member for support
you are able to handle unexpected challenges and find practical solutions

Organizational and time management skills
you can manage your time, stay organized, and meet deadlines
you can keep records, files, and materials organized and up to date
you can prioritize work effectively, especially during busy periods

Communication and customer service skills
you can communicate clearly and respectfully with team members and the public
you can provide helpful and accurate information in person, over the phone, or by email
work well with others and contribute to a positive team environment

Technical skills
you can learn and follow office procedures to support day-to-day tasks
you can operate standard office equipment (i.e. printers, copiers and scanners)
you are proficient in using computers, including word processing and database programs
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
accessibility
Anti-Racism Policy

What we offer
The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for 29 ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:

a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups

This role comes with a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:
a defined-benefit lifetime pension plan (guaranteed, ongoing inflation-protected income after retirement)
group health, dental, life and disability benefits
a range of vacation and leave options
an Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential counseling services
Additional information:
Apply by:
Tuesday, August 5, 2025 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
English Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 10 months, 1075 Bay St, Toronto, Toronto Region
Compensation group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Work hours:
Schedule 3.7
Category:
Administrative and Support Services
Posted on:
Monday, July 14, 2025
Note:


The number of positions to be filled has not been identified at this time. This competition will be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill upcoming opportunities within the next eighteen months following the closing date of the job ad posting.
How to apply:
You must apply online.
Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.
Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.


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