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 Supervisor, Development Charges Policy in the Growth Economics and Finance team, is responsible for providing advice to Senior Management regarding the financial impact of growth, including growth forecasts, development charges, potential new revenue sources; maintaining and assisting in developing the modelling and analysis necessary to support that advice.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Working in a team, develops and provides well-researched comprehensive policy advice to Senior Management for submission to Council regarding the Region’s Development Charge Bylaw including potential changes in the rate setting methodology, potential changes to development charge policies (e.g., rate structures, deferrals etc.), and impact of provincial legislation.
- Working in a team, prepares the Development Charge Background Study and the Regional and area-specific Development Charge Bylaw.
- Conducts policy research and provide advice and recommendation to Senior Management regarding population and economic growth and their impact on infrastructure needs and the Region’s finances.
- Researches and provides advice to the Manager regarding growth management regulations and their implementation.
- Prepares well written and researched briefing notes and reports for Senior Management and for Regional Council and/or the Commissioner.
- Acts as Regional representative on provincial, municipal associations and inter-municipal committees, as assigned.
- Performs other duties, as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Successful completion of a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Mathematics, Economics, or related field of study or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum three (3) years related experience in a large multi-divisional organization including experience in modelling, forecasting, research, analysis, policy, and/or project management as well as the analysis, design and implementation of computer applications.
- Demonstrated experience in writing policy pieces and analytical reports/studies including the ability to identify problems, analyze and interpret data, and make and defend recommendations.
- Demonstrated experience in policy development in a large multi-divisional organization.
- Knowledge of accounting and economics principles.
- Demonstrated analytical, mathematical and project management skills, including proficiency with statistical software.
- Knowledge of municipal revenue sources as well as a demonstrated ability to interpret and explain key municipal-related provincial statutes and regulations such as the Municipal Act and the Development Charges Act.
- Knowledge of Ontario’s growth management framework, including ability to interpret and explain the implications of key statues and regulations such as the Planning Act and the Places to Grow Act, as well as key municipal policies such as the York Region Official Plan.
- Demonstrated ability in the Region’s corporate core competencies.
- Advanced skills in virtual platforms and MS Office Suite.
- Ability to present recommendations, make presentations to varied audiences, local municipal staff and members of the public.
- Ability to create and maintain computer applications for financial analysis.
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Street, PA
Full Time