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
This position is responsible for the extraction, compilation, analysis, reporting and application of statistical data and metrics for programs and services; ensuring data integrity and databases meet data governance requirements. This role is also interpreting, summarizing, creating and maintaining statistical data files; writing reports and dashboards on trends and analysis; designing and developing complex spreadsheet and database applications; contributing to the development and monitoring of surveillance indicators and systems, and developing service profiles.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Compiles, analyzes, models and reports on various statistical data from a variety of sources/databases to identify trends that will impact on strategic planning for programs and services and recommends appropriate service delivery strategies to address and/or mitigate the impacts.
- Develops and maintains metrics, dashboards, visualizations and reports.
- Monitors and reviews database information and conducts data audits, reviews and edits contents to ensure data integrity.
- Coordinates and prepares comprehensive data analysis and statistical reports for research, policy, program and service activities and to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Designs and/or revises complex database and spreadsheet applications including the collection, manipulation and analysis of statistical data.
- Prepares reports relating to budget and statistical data to meet Government, Department/Branch/Division objectives and mandates.
- Coordinates the collection, reconciliation, submission and reporting of data from within the Department, other Departments and external organizations.
- Develops service profiles, utilizing data from various databases and external sources; conducts benchmarking of other program/services to determine and develop best practices for reporting, and process improvements.
- Responds to inquiries and resolves concerns, as appropriate.
- Ensures that services provided meet Regional customer service standards.
- Participates on committees, work groups, task forces and special projects, as assigned.
- Manages information in accordance with legislation and corporate standards.
- Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
• Successful completion of a University Degree in Business Administration, Mathematics, or approved equivalent combination of education and experience
• Professional designation, if required
• Minimum three (3) years experience in statistical data analysis and data management, including database design, spreadsheet applications and report writing.
• Strong report writing, research, analytical and presentation skills and work to tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated analytical skills to interpret and reconcile complex statistical reports.
• Demonstrated skills establishing, maintaining and producing complex databases/spreadsheets including current experience with database design, report generation and modifications.
• Recent demonstrated ability to set up detailed reports, business plans, tables and spreadsheets.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise good judgement and discretion in dealing with confidential information.
• Demonstrated ability in the Region’s core competencies.
• Advanced skills in virtual platforms and MS Office Suite including the use of virtual platforms for conducting meetings and/or presentations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to connect with a range of internal and external stakeholders while focusing on fostering collaborative work relationships.
• Strong ability to develop relationships and work in a welcoming and inclusive environment, where diversity is celebrated and where everyone can develop to their full potential.
• Ability to work independently and with teams and with ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to travel to offsite locations, as required.
• Ability to work outside regular business hours, as required.
