Position Summary/About the role

Description:
The Victim Notification System (VNS) Modernization Project is a strategic initiative aimed at transforming the Ministry's victim notification services through the implementation of a modern, secure, and accessible digital solution. The current VNS fulfills its primary function of providing automated victim notifications through telephone communications triggered by data received from the Offender Tracking Information System (OTIS). While the existing solution continues to support essential operational requirements, it relies on aging technology, offers limited user functionality, and does not align with modern service delivery expectations.

Currently, victims have limited ability to interact with the system, manage notification preferences, or access information independently. Communication methods are restricted primarily to automated phone notifications, limiting accessibility and flexibility for users. In addition, the existing solution provides limited reporting capabilities and requires staff to rely on manual processes that can impact efficiency and service delivery.

The VNS Modernization Project presents an opportunity to replace or enhance the existing solution through the implementation of a modern Vendor Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform integrated with OTIS. The modernized solution will introduce victim-centered digital services, including a secure self-service portal that allows victims to register, manage notification preferences, and access relevant information online. The new solution will also expand communication options beyond telephone notifications to include email and SMS capabilities, improving accessibility, responsiveness, and user experience.

The modernization initiative will further improve staff usability through an intuitive user interface, streamlined workflows, enhanced reporting capabilities, and increased operational efficiency. It will also strengthen compliance with accessibility, privacy, and security requirements while reducing reliance on outdated technology and supporting long-term sustainability.

Ultimately, the VNS Modernization Project aligns with ministry and government priorities for digital transformation, service modernization, and victim-centered service delivery. The initiative will provide victims with timely, accurate, and accessible information while enabling more effective program administration, improved performance measurement, and enhanced service outcomes for Ontarians with a Public Safety priority.
Assignment Description:
A Note on Assignment Type:

This position is currently listed as "Onsite", working 7.25 hours per calendar day, sometime between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM (excluding breaks) Monday to Friday inclusive, unless otherwise identified.
Scope

The Victim Notification System (VNS) Modernization Project requires a temporary Programmer/Developer (L3) with experience in system integration, solution implementation, and application development to support the successful delivery of the VNS modernization initiative. The resource will be responsible for supporting the configuration, integration, testing, deployment, and operational readiness of a Vendor Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution that will modernize victim notification services and integrate with the Offender Tracking Information System (OTIS).
The successful proponent will be responsible for translating business requirements, functional specifications, integration requirements, and technical designs into secure, reliable, and tested solution components. This includes supporting OTIS-VNS integration development, coordinating with vendor technical teams, performing system and integration testing, troubleshooting technical issues, implementing defect fixes, and ensuring compliance with security, privacy, and accessibility standards.
The resource will also support deployment, knowledge transfer, post-implementation stabilization activities, and ongoing technical collaboration with business stakeholders, project teams, and vendor partners to ensure the successful delivery of a modern, victim-centered notification solution..


Assignment Deliverables

Vendor SaaS Solution: Support the Vendor SaaS Victim Notification System (VNS), ensuring alignment with business, security, privacy, and accessibility requirements
OTIS-VNS Integration: support integrations between OTIS and the Vendor SaaS VNS solution.
Testing, Quality Assurance, and Defect Resolution: Support Vendor in System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), performance testing, defect analysis, remediation activities, and deployment readiness assessments.
Technical Vendor Coordination and Ongoing Support: Collaborate with vendor technical teams, ministry stakeholders, infrastructure teams, security specialists, and OTIS support teams to resolve issues, manage technical dependencies, and support project delivery milestones.
Experience and Skill Set Requirements:
A Note on the VOR Master Service Agreement:

The VOR Master Service Agreement expires on April 5, 2027, and includes a six (6)-month survival clause, allowing the Statement of Work (SOW) to continue, if operationally required, until October 5, 2027. Extension(s) are only allowed using unused days and/or funds remaining on the contract. No additional funds will be added beyond the maximum contract value and any extension options included in the original SOW. JTS may exercise its option(s) to extend the SOW beyond April 5, 2027, in accordance with the survival clause.

The start date is subject to change based on security clearances and contract signing timelines.


Experience and Skillset Requirements
Mandatory Requirements

Experience building and maintaining stable, secure and scalable web & desktop applications using Azure Cloud and MS .Net technologies and tools
Demonstrated experience in full life-cycle development and implementation using cloud technologies Microsoft Azure, .NET. C#/MVC, Entity Framework, ReactJS, HTMLS/CS/JavaScript, Azure DevOps; Azure Web Apps; Azure Functions; Azure Logic Apps.
Experience in data modeling, reporting and dashboard development.
Experience in working with diverse stakeholders and Cross-Functional Collaboration, which includes Ministry Partners, Vendors, Technology Partners and a high- impact team.


Desired Skills and Experience

The Victim Notification System (VNS) Modernization Project requires a temporary Programmer/Developer (L3) to provide technical leadership in the implementation and integration of a Vendor Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution. The resource will be responsible for providing expertise and guidance in the design, development, testing, and implementation of the solution, ensuring that business and technical requirements are translated into a secure, reliable, scalable, and sustainable technology solution.
The successful candidate will work closely with the SaaS vendor, ministry stakeholders, and technology partners to support solution design and integration activities; contribute to the development of design documentation; establish technical best practices; and ensure compliance with Government of Ontario Information and Technology Standards (GO-ITS), including security, privacy, accessibility, and governance requirements.
The successful candidate will provide senior technical expertise in Microsoft Azure technologies, .NET Core, C#/MVC, Entity Framework, ReactJS, Azure DevOps, Azure Functions, Azure Logic Apps, and Azure SQL Database, supporting the successful delivery and ongoing sustainability of the solution).

As a candidate:
You have ability to design, build and maintain stable, secure, and scalable web applications.
You have senior application development experience in cloud technologies using Microsoft Azure, .NET. With demonstrated experience in C#/MVC, Entity Framework, ReactJS, HTMLS/CS/JavaScript.
You have experience working in Azure DevOps.
You have experience working in Azure Web Apps.
o NET core
o MVC/EF
o Establish best practices for local development and testing
o Code Review/QA
o Azure build pipelines for automated build, testing and deployments
You have experience working with Azure Functions.
o NET core
o Establish best practices for local development and testing
o Code Review/QA
o Azure build pipelines for automated build, testing and deployments
You have senior-level experience in designing, building, modelling and configuring database management systems using Azure SQL Database, activities include:
o Develop backup and restore procedures
o Develop user administration procedures (Azure AD)
o Database tuning and maintenance
o Establish performance monitoring procedures
o Capacity planning and forecasting
o Establish masking process for prod> test data replication
o Perform data migration activities
o Assisting the development team with data design activities
You have experience in Agile Software Development.
You have experience applying industry web, accessibility, and security standards and best practices to your work that can be adopted by others.

Reasoning, Problem-Solving, Planning, Analyzing and Assessing Skills:
You can ensure that ongoing application development, technical work, operations and services are planned, scheduled, executed, monitored and evaluated.
You have demonstrated experience analyzing complex system problems and resolving them with minimal impact to the business.
You have demonstrated experience assessing clients' information/systems needs and leading the development of information technology solutions which are cost effective and improve clients' program/service delivery.

Communication and Customer Service Skills:
Experience in working with diverse stakeholders and Cross-Functional Collaboration, which includes Ministry Partners, Vendors, Technology Partners and a high- impact team.

Research Skills:
You can maintain current knowledge of trends and advances in IT across various computing platforms, including configuration and/or new development, analysis and design techniques.
You can work with a high-impact team, on Cloud or new technologies and techniques, supporting research, experimentation with your colleagues.


Resumes Evaluation/Criteria:
Criteria 1: Design & Development - 35 Points

Experience building and maintaining stable, secure and scalable web & desktop applications using Azure Cloud and MS .Net technologies and tools.
Demonstrated experience in full life-cycle development and implementation using cloud technologies Microsoft Azure, .NET. C#/MVC, Entity Framework, ReactJS, HTMLS/CS/JavaScript, Azure DevOps; Azure Web Apps; Azure Functions; Azure Logic Apps.
Windows Communication Foundation & Windows Presentations Foundation.
MS Web Services Entity Framework up to Visual Studio 2022.
Team Foundation Server.
Define the architecture for Azure cloud implementation.
Experience in DevOps CI/CD.
Experience designing, building, modelling and configuring database management.

Criteria 2: Code & Scripting - 25 Points

Experience in writing high quality code using cloud technologies Microsoft Azure, .NET. C#/MVC, Entity Framework, ReactJS, HTMLS/CS/JavaScript, Azure DevOps; Azure Web Apps; Azure Functions; Azure Logic Apps.
Demonstrated experience in using frontend JavaScript frameworks (such as Angular, VueJS,React, etc.).
Experience in prototyping.
Experience in Agile Framework.
Experience in applying industry web, accessibility and security standards and best practices.

Criteria UI Frameworks and Reporting - 20 Points

Demonstrated experience in using markup (HTML5, CSS3, XML).
Demonstrated experience in using frontend JavaScript frameworks (such as Angular, VueJS,React, etc.).
Experience in prototyping.
Experience in Agile Framework.
Experience in data modeling, reporting and dashboard development.
Experience in applying industry web, accessibility and security standards and best practices.

Criteria 4: Stakeholder Relationship, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Research, Technical Analysis and Technical Skills - 15 Points
Experience in working with diverse stakeholders and Cross-Functional Collaboration, which includes Ministry Partners, Vendors, Technology Partners and a high- impact team.
Experience with applying industry web, architectural and security standards and best practices to candidate s work.
Ability to learn new technologies and techniques through research, experimentation and from colleagues.
Strong communicator with demonstrated interpersonal skills to work within a team environment.
A team player.

Criteria 5: Public Service Experience - 5 Points
Previous experience in the last 3 years working as a Software Developer on application development projects in OPS, JTS within enterprise environments.



Knowledge Transfer
What needs to be KT
Knowledge transfer to the FTE to be completed prior to the end of the assignment.
To whom
The FTE will meet weekly with the consultant to facilitate the knowledge transfer.
All aspect of design, documentation and code related to this project will be transferred to the FTE.
When
All code and related documentation will be stored in the JTS TFS for retrieval.
The FTE will also ensure the consultant is checking-in proper version of the code and the related documents into the repository.

About CVC

Compu-Vision Consulting, Inc. is a leading provider of consulting and workforce solutions across IT, healthcare, engineering, life sciences, and professional services. Since 1998, we have supported organizations nationwide with scalable, cost-effective services that drive innovation and operational excellence. Backed by an experienced professionals and strong industry expertise, Compu-Vision is a trusted partner helping mission-driven organizations navigating complex and evolving needs. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to quality, accountability, and measurable impact across industries.

Equal Opportunity Employer Note

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