ABOUT US
Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.
WHAT WE OFFER
Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.
- Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
- Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
- Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
- Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Program Manager, Policy and Research is responsible for providing policy and research support to department management and staff; leading and executing program strategies to support Department projects associated with corporate policy, innovation, research and strategic planning; coordinates Department engagement in the corporate and department plan development and implementation; researching leading industry practices associated with public works service delivery; developing stakeholder relationships that foster collaboration and innovation; and developing information materials, briefing notes and presentations.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
• Provides support and strategic analysis on policy, innovation, research, strategic planning and performance measurements to Department management and staff.
• Leads and coordinates various projects, initiatives, and cross-functional project teams; consults with management and external stakeholders; provides advice and recommendations to support project goals and objectives.
• Develops and implements detailed work plans for projects and policy/program initiatives ensuring strong linkages with other internal and external stakeholders.
• Gathers, maintains, and stores related literature and research material in accordance with the Region policies.
• Gathers, synthesizes, analyzes and reviews complex data from multiple sources. Prepares and drafts specialized briefings, briefing notes, council reports and presentations on relevant policies, processes, programs and special projects for the senior management and staff.
• Assists with writing, editing, and evaluating department communication materials.
• Liaises with management and staff to provide advice, briefings, presentations etc., as required.
• Prepares and coordinates briefing notes; council reports; and responses to issues from stakeholders with appropriate escalation, when required.
• Participates in focus groups, workshops, etc., and facilitates discussions on Departm0ent initiatives as directed.
• Coordinates input, strategies, communications, and information from local municipalities and other stakeholders, as necessary.
• Monitors departmental responses to public/political inquiries through Salesforce.
• Ensures that services provided meet Regional customer service standards.
• Manages information in accordance with legislation and corporate standards.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
• Successful completion of a University Degree in Business, Public Administration, Planning, Environmental Sciences or related field or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum three (3) years’ demonstrated experience in policy and planning and project management advisory experience leading multi-stakeholder projects and programs in a public sector environment.
• Demonstrated knowldege of research and evaluation methods, including experience interpreting and reporting statistical, demographic and socio-economic data, and writing detailed reports and proposals.
• Demonstrated project management knowledge and experience to lead and coordinate multiple project teams including internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience conducting extensive literature reviews, including the ability to summarize complex data into understandable, user-friendly, relevant explanations for a varied audience.
• Demonstrated ability in the Region’s core competencies.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to prepare presentations, briefing notes and documents for senior management.
• Demonstrated analytical skills to analyze, synthesize and develop policy options, interpret legislation, and complex reports, and develop recommendations for a range of business initiatives.
• Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software and proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, MS Project, SharePoint, and database software.
• Demonstrated presentation, project management, conceptual, analytical, and report-writing skills.
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