POSITION Supervisor Customer Service REPORTS TO Manager Customer Service DEPARTMENT Passenger Services LOCATION Sudbury REFERENCE 500-92 -27 SALARY $91,572 - $107,718 WHO WE ARE Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a modern, forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve.

With over 1200 skilled professionals, we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations.

We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along with a competitive salary, excellent benefit package, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services. ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT The Supervisor Customer Service provides leadership and operational oversight of customer service employees across Ontario Northland locations. This position ensures the delivery of safe, consistent, and customer-focused service, while supporting employee performance, regulatory compliance, labour relations, and continuous service improvements.

The role exercises independent judgment in a 24/7 operating workplace to resolve customer, staffing, and operational issues while maintaining company standards, policies, and objectives. MAJOR DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES - Lead, coach, schedule, and support a team of unionized Customer Service and Sales Agents across multiple locations, ensuring service standards, productivity targets, and customer satisfaction objectives are achieved.

- Monitor employee performance, provide training and mentorship, conduct reviews, address attendance and performance concerns, and participate in investigations, progressive discipline, and labour relations matters in accordance with the collective agreement.




- Oversee customer service operations by monitoring customer interactions, resolving escalated inquiries and complaints, tracking feedback, and ensuring timely follow-up and resolution of service issues.
- Coordinate with operational partners, including the Motor Coach Control Centre, Lead Hands, facilities, security, HR, and other internal stakeholders to address service disruptions, travel advisories, passenger needs, safety concerns, and operational challenges.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, health and safety requirements, accessibility legislation (AODA/ATPDR), customer service standards, and other applicable regulations through training, monitoring, and ongoing employee support.
- Investigate and document customer incidents, including injuries and safety-related events, gathering relevant information and coordinating with appropriate internal departments to support resolution and risk management activities.
- Conduct facility inspections and collaborate with internal and external partners to address maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and customer experience concerns at customer service locations.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying service enhancements, implementing process improvements, establishing key performance indicators, and promoting company goals and customer service best practices.
- Rotating schedule of day and evening shifts across a seven-day week, including weekends in addition to on‑call requirements.
- Regular out‑of‑town travel will be required.

REQUIREMENTS - Secondary School Diploma or General Educational Diploma (GED)





- Five years’ of supervisory experience in a customer service setting or a combination of post‑secondary education and experience
- Deep understanding of customer service best practices
- Foster a positive, collaborative team environment while consistently projecting a professional, approachable, and customer‑focused image.
- Knowledgeable in conflict resolution and de‑escalation techniques
- Have a solid understanding of collective agreements
- Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office Suite
- Bilingualism is an asset
- Familiar with geographic territory of Ontario Northland
- Possess a valid G driver’s license and the ability to travel
- Demonstrated analytical, leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to effectively plan, prioritize, and achieve results.
- Committed to Company Health and Safety APPLICATION PROCESS The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification. CLOSING DATE Monday August 3, 2026 no later than 11:59 p.m. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number.

APPLICATION URL Visit our career website to apply: https://www.ontarionorthland.ca/en/careers LEGAL AND EEO STATEMENTS At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity. We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.

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Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier‑free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

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