Program & Policy Analyst

Location

Halton Regional District, ON | Canada

Job description

At Halton Region, we treat everyone with respect, honesty, fairness and trust. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. Halton Region is committed to providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. 

You make a positive difference in people’s lives because you provide high quality customer centered services.  You operate within a highly ethical environment and will be accountable for going the extra mile, listening to your customers, creatively meeting needs and always being respectful to those you serve.  As a result, you will be part of a qualified and strategic team recognized widely for caring, excellence, integrity, inclusiveness and flexibility.

As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements including flexibility and better work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for our Hybrid Work Program.

Posting ID: 2937
Department: Social & Community Services
Division: Services For Seniors
Pay Range:$77,641 - $103,521
Job Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville (Social & Community Services)
Employee Group: OCT
Posting Date: March 1, 2024
Application Deadline:March 8, 2024

Job Summary

Reporting to the CQI Risk Manager, the Program and Policy Analyst (PPA) supports the Services for Seniors divisional policy management framework, in alignment with the Fixing the Long-Term Care Act (FLTCA). The PPA also provides support to divisional programs (Long-term Care, Assisted Living and Adult Day Programs) through research and analysis to support evidence-based programming and identifying emerging trends.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides strategic and operational support in the development and implementation of the divisions policies and overall information services including content and records management.
• Maintain broad knowledge of legislation, policy and systems issues within the Seniors services sector in order to formulate impacts, risks, policy etc.
• Develop a wide range of documents to support divisional projects. This includes presentations, environmental scans, briefing notes, business cases, analyzing data and developing planning documents.
• Complete research such as surveys, focus groups, literature/best practice reviews and synthesizes research findings through written and visual reports, presentations and briefing notes.
• Help develop resources and education (webinars/workshops) as needed.
• Represents Services for Seniors on internal or external committees, as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• A post-secondary degree in Business or Public Administration, Planning, Social Sciences, or related field.
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience working in a municipal or provincial public sector context with acceptable specialization in policy, health care, seniors’ care, political science, gerontology, or a relevant social science.

Preferred

• Detail oriented with well-developed organization, research and superior analytical and planning skills to conduct program and policy analysis to address complex business issues.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing, condense and summarize complex information, including legislation and research into plain language (including policy writing).
• Ability to synthesize information and data, prepare environmental scans and develop recommendations on a wide range of issues.
• Ability to conduct policy analysis and devise polices.  
• Excellent oral and presentation skills and capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and collaboration skills to communicate specialized information to a wide range of audiences. Demonstrated tact and ability to effectively build relationships.
• Exceptional computer skills including ability to use computer software programs including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) and Visio at an advance level, as well as experience with SharePoint and other business systems and databases.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and meeting overlapping deadlines and excellent organizational abilities.
• Ability to take initiative, be creative, use different lenses to address an issue, and think outside of the box.
• Experience and/or interest in healthcare and/or seniors’ care.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Working/ Employment Conditions

Working Conditions

• Travel between long-term care homes and community programs as required. Incumbent must provide their own transportation.

Important information about your application:

• In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.  
• Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.   
• Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
• We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
• Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
• If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.

Halton Region serves more than 624,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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Salary

$77.64k - $103.52k per year