Policy & Research Analyst

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Commissioner – Community Services, conducts policy research and analysis activities in support of departmental programs and services and performs confidential administrative support for departmental division leaders.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitors relevant policy, legislation and program developments in other jurisdictions that may impact departmental service and program delivery.
• Conducts research and analysis and applies critical thinking skills and experience to support departmental program and service delivery through the interpretation of trends and defines challenges and opportunities.
• Supports risk assessment activities within the Department through research and analysis.
• Reviews certificates of insurance for compliance with City insurance contract requirements for all divisions within the Department.
• Delivers advice and briefings to the departmental management team regarding policy changes and emerging issues.
• Consults and liaise with other municipalities, government and stakeholders on policy development.
• Identifies opportunities for the department to participate in and influence the development of policy in areas central to its mandate.
• Prepares draft statistical reports, correspondence, briefing notes, position papers, resolutions, presentations and other communications materials as required.
• Monitors and coordinates the production and completion of all departmental initiated corporate reports and by-laws to ensure timelines are met. Drafts corporate reports for the departmental division leaders as required.
• Performs administrative duties and provides confidential administrative support to departmental division leaders.
• Attends and records minutes of meetings; prepares and distributes agendas and minutes and schedules meetings as required.
• Maintains Departmental employee records and filing and is responsible for records/archives management.
• Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

• Degree in political science, public administration or policy, commerce, business administration, journalism, communications or a related field, along with three years’ related experience.

Skills/Abilities:

• Independent judgement when dealing with confidential or sensitive departmental/divisional issues.
• Demonstrated skill in research, problem solving, oral and written communications, and interpersonal relations.
• Excellent analytical abilities with a thorough knowledge of analytical research methodologies and computerized analytical techniques.
• Proven facilitation, report writing, presentation and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Excellent analytical skills, high attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with the public and staff in a courteous and tactful manner.
• Must have the demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and to work under time constraints and changing deadlines.
• Strong project/time management, organizational, critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Intermediate skill level with word processing and basic skill level in spreadsheet software.
• Political acumen and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations.
• Must be competent within the meaning of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Assets:

• Experience with SAP software.
• Familiarity with the functions of all three levels of government.
• Knowledge of functions of City departments, outside boards, and local community groups.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must undergo a successful Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC).

General Information:

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

ONTARIO HUMAN RIGHTS CODE: It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression. Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include:

• Photos.
• Any certificates that have photo identification.
• Driver’s licences.
• Police records checks.

Note: The above documentation will be requested by the Human Resources & Division should you be the successful applicant. If a Criminal Record Check is required, it will be requested by Human Resources should you be the successful applicant. Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application.

ACCOMMODATION: Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

PRIVACY: Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources & Corporate Safety Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: 625-3866.

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