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***Apply By:***Thursday, March 26, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

#Social Media Developer

Job ID:

242739

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ontario Provincial Police

Division:

Corporate Communications Bureau

City:

Orillia

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

1 Permanent

Job code:

C0226 - Team Leader/Coordinator Awards and Recognition Unit

Salary:

$36.40 - $41.96 Per hour

Salary Note: Effective January 1, 2026 the salary range for this position is $37.40 to $43.11 hourly

Where Public Safety Meets Professional Communication

In the digital age, a single post can define public trust. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is looking for a Social Media Developer. A disciplined communications professional who understands that, in the world of law enforcement, information is a public service and accuracy is a mandate.

The material we share ranges from critical public safety alerts and investigative updates to community engagement and recruitment. This isn't about "going viral" - This is about authority, reliability, and the integrity of policing in Ontario.

About Us:

Corporate Communications Bureau is a full-service, dedicated and skilled team of strategic communications advisors, media officers, social media developers, graphic/web designers and videographers. This team provides communication services and support to our internal and external audiences, key partners and stakeholders. Social Media Developers are responsible for providing timely and accurate information to the public, via the media and social media.

To learn more about the Ontario Provincial Police, visit OPP.ca

##About the job

We are looking for a digital communications expert who understands:

• The Weight of the Message: You recognize that your writing represents 6,000+ officers and impacts the safety of Ontarians.
• Tactical Precision: You possess the professional writing skills to translate complex legal or operational updates into clear, concise, and accessible public information.
• Ethical Vigilance: You understand the nuances of privacy, sensitivity toward victims, and the legal implications of digital footprints.
• Strategic Architecture: You don't just post, you manage a complex digital ecosystem designed to foster community trust and enhance public safety.

Note: The successful candidate will be required to travel frequently throughout the province, to ensure timely coverage.

##What you bring to the team

###Mandatory requirements

• Ability to pass an OPP background/ security investigation.
• You have a valid Class G driver's license or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario.

###Social Media Marketing

• Knowledge of social media platforms and uses for communication (i.e., Facebook, X, Instagram and You Tube) to conduct outreach activities.
• Knowledge of internet search engines to conduct research.
• Knowledge of social media marketing and media relations theories, trends, techniques, strategies, and practices.

###Graphic Design and Publishing

• Knowledge of graphic design, accessible design, and word-processing and graphic-design software.
• Knowledge of video production hardware, software, editing tools, and current video-production techniques, equipment and qualify standards.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite to create social-media graphic products.

###Communications Expertise

• Knowledge of research, writing and editing practices, including grammar and communication standards, to ensure accurate and high-quality communications.
• Knowledge of media and public information release standards to ensure integrity of communications products.
• Strong oral communication, listening, and consultation skills to provide advice and develop effective, innovative social-media plans.

###Collaboration and Team Work

• Ability to work collaboratively with team members, stakeholders, and partners to achieve shared goals.
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify, assess, and resolve communications issues effectively.

##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'sHuman Rights Codeand 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

##Additional information:

Apply by:

Thursday, March 26, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Position details:

• 1 English Permanent, 777 Memorial Ave, Orillia, Central Region, Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (Fingerprint Based)

Compensation group:

Ontario Provincial Police Association Civilians

Work hours:

Schedule 3

Category:

Communications; Marketing and Creative Services

Posted on:

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Note:

-About security checks: A criminal or other federal offence recorddoes not automatically disqualify youfrom the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities.
If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in.
Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them strictly confidential.

• The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.

##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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