Summary of Duties

Under the direction of the Manager II, Policy & Research, the Community Planning & Research Associate provides expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies to support the work of Community-based programs and services across a number of Service Areas. 

Work Performed

Plans, designs and conducts research/data analyses for internal and external stakeholders.

Completes analyses and advises on the development and impact of new policies and policy changes and business practices at the federal, provincial and municipal level.

Plans, designs and conducts educational sessions for presentation to internal stakeholders.

Provides background research to support Service Areas in the development of new programs and the request for proposals to seek funding/resources for these programs.

Integrates spatial analysis GIS capability into research, evaluation and policy analysis and produces supporting maps as required.

Navigates and extracts data from web-based portals and other relevant database systems.

Familiarity with Statistics Canada web browser to access Statistics Canada’s data and Tables.

Develops forecasting, projections and simulation models/applications.

Creates, uses and manages complex and multiple databases.

Produces multi-layered GIS info-graphics and transcribes such information into simple and understandable maps.

Synthesizes complex data and research reports into plain language reports. 

Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Experience

A Masters’ degree in the Social Sciences where original research and a thesis defense is required.  Must have completed course work at the graduate level in statistical analyses, research design, and quantitative and qualitative research methods.

A minimum of two years of experience is required with additional experience of up to two years an asset.  Experience must include demonstrated responsibility for conducting statistical analyses, research design and qualitative and quantitative research.

Specialized Training & Licenses

Skills and abilities in the following areas are necessary:

Strong research and analytical skills as demonstrated in original research projects as part of education and work experience. Must demonstrate ability for data collection, analysis and strong written documentation. Must have working knowledge of research methods, approaches and tools such as quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis.

(Incumbent may be asked to provide copies of reports or articles)

Demonstrated knowledge and use of spatial analysis methodologies either through specific courses or work experience, i.e., knowledge of GIS and its applications for policy development and municipal decision making, are required.

Demonstrated statistical analysis capability and working knowledge of accessing and using data from Statistics Canada and other data providers. 

Must have knowledge in standard word processing, spread sheets, databases, project management, presentation software and spatial analysis software. 

Must have knowledge of policy/research, evaluation/performance measurements, methodology, scanning, trend analysis and forecasting and proficiency in spatial analysis.

Must have the ability to chart and monitor project activities

Compensation and Other Information

$59,744 - $86,836 (Level 16)

Other Information:

This is a full-time position being filled on a temporary basis for up to 1 year.

Current hours of Work: Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
These hours of work are subject to change in accordance with the Collective Agreement and may include evening hours and Saturdays.

NOTE: Applicants may be required to complete a job related test.

Our hiring process is in accordance with the  Mandatory Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination Administrative Policy

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