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Posting 26-39
Senior Investigator

Investigations Unit, Investigations and Professional Conduct Department

Limited term appointment – up to 6 months with possibility of extension
Category 5 - Hiring Range $101,756 - $116,432
New Position – One vacancy

To assist the Manager, Investigations 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:

Training and Development:

• Participate in the full cycle recruitment for positions in the unit (edit postings, review applicants, prepare interview questions and interview).
• Provide initial and ongoing training of Investigators.

Allocation of Cases:

• Review and assign cases to Investigators and balance Investigator caseloads.
• Reassign files when necessary.

Supervision of Investigators:

• Team Lead for a group of approximately seven Investigators.
• Provide direction on the conduct of investigations, including analyzing initial information to detect evidentiary gaps in files, identifying persons to be interviewed, and setting time frames for investigations.
• Review, edit and provide comments and feedback on Investigation Plans and proposed allegations of professional misconduct, competence or fitness to practise.
• Review, edit and provide comments and feedback on Registrar Memoranda, Requests to Initiate Investigations, Investigation Reports, notification letters, and resolve issues as they arise as files go through the document management system
• Conduct one-on-one weekly meetings with Investigators as necessary to respond to questions and provide guidance
• Conduct quarterly file reviews of investigation files to monitor file progress and offer constructive feedback to investigators.
• Conduct annual Performance Appraisals of Investigators.
• Develop, in conjunction with HR, implement and monitor Performance Improvement Plans as needed, with Manager’s support.

Project Management:

• Coordinate assigned Investigation Unit projects.
• Review and update template documents in iStar as required and ensure French language templates align with English language templates.
• Assist the Manager, Investigations and/or the Director of Investigations and Professional Conduct with the Investigation Unit’s statistics for Registrar’s Reports, budget presentations, etc.
• Attend Unit check-in meetings with the Director, Department leadership meetings, affiliates meetings, meetings with Independent Legal Counsel or the College’s external prosecutors.
• Participate in development of content and presentation of annual employer webinar.
• Develop and participate in external presentations.
• Participate in College wide initiatives, including KPIs as they relate to the College’s strategic goals.
• Respond to questions from employers, members, members of the public and affiliates as needed.
• Perform the duties of the Manager, Investigation in the Manager’s absence (Acting).
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager, Investigations.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Post-secondary education (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• Bachelor of Education and/ or Law degree is an asset.
• Three or more years of experience working for a professional regulator with an emphasis on investigations is an asset.
• Supervisory experience is an asset.
• Excellent communication skills, written, oral and comprehension, are required.
• Ability to review and digest large volumes of materials.
• Organizational, time management skills and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage various personalities, including the use of tact and diplomacy and to assist Investigator teams with strategic questions regarding their investigations.
• Critical analysis and ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and relevant legislation.
• Self-motivated, self-directed and ability to multi-task.
• Sound judgment, professionalism, discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality in order to conduct investigations in a timely and efficient manner and in compliance with the requirements of section 48 of the Ontario College of Teachers Act.

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume through our application portal no later than July 9, 2026.

Posting 26-38
Investigator

Investigations Unit, Investigations and Professional Conduct Department

Limited term appointments – up to 6 months with possibility of extension
Category 6 - Hiring Range: $88,806 to $98,891
Existing vacancy – One position

As a proven investigator with experience in sensitive and sometimes complex cases, you will investigate complaints of alleged teacher professional misconduct, incompetence and incapacity.

The successful candidate must be team-oriented yet also able to work independently. You 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 and legal 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. Professional regulatory organization experience is an asset in consideration for this role. This position is suitable for telecommuting.

Responsibilities:

Information Review and Analysis:

• Review and analyze information from public and employer complaints, identifying gaps in the information provided.
• Prepare for and conduct interviews of complainants, witnesses, and/or other individuals where appropriate.
• Obtain information from third parties (e.g., the courts, child and family services), where required.

Investigation Planning and Execution:

• Prepare thorough, organized, and accurate Investigation Plans by conducting a comprehensive review of the file material.
• Draft allegations of professional misconduct, incompetence or incapacity based on the information gathered.
• Consult with the Manager, Investigations or Senior Investigator on the nature of the complaint and steps to take in an investigation.
• Identify whether additional information is required or determine if witnesses proposed by complainant are relevant to an investigation.

Report Preparation and Presentation:

• Prepare comprehensive, organized, and cogent Investigation Reports for review by panels of the Investigation Committee in accordance with established procedures.
• Prepare for and attend Investigation Committee panel meetings to provide background information and answer factual questions from the panel on assigned cases.

Prosecution Support:

• Provide support (e.g., further investigation) to College prosecution counsel , as necessary.
• Provide affidavit evidence for hearings to give evidence, as necessary.

Support Other Unit Activities:

• Prepare and conduct external presentations about topics including Investigation processes.
• Provide mentorship to new Investigators.
• Compile data with respect to Investigation activities as needed.
• Revise unit procedures and templates as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager, Investigations or Senior Investigator.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Excellent verbal, written and communications skills.
• Post-secondary education (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• Minimum two years' experience in an investigative role and/or regulatory body or related sector.
• 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.
• Familiarity with Equity, Diversity and Inclusion principles with an emphasis on barriers and marginalization experienced within institutions and legal settings.
• Considered an asset:
  • Legal background in administrative or regulatory law.
  • Ontario College of Teachers membership in good standing.
  • Experience in an investigative role, ideally with a regulatory body.

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume through our application portal no later than July 9, 2026.