Senior Program Analyst (2 positions) #24133 (York Region)

DEPARTMENT: Community and Health Services Department
BRANCH: Housing Services Branch		  
Salary: $54.07 to $58.78 per hour
 
LOCATION: 17250 Yonge Street, Newmarket  
STATUS: Temporary Full-Time, Approx. 12 months                                   
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS: 35
SCHEDULED SHIFTS: 0830 – 1630
 		  
This is a Replacement
Union position - CUPE Local 905 (York Region Unit)
 

POSITION PURPOSE 

Reporting to the Program Manager, Housing Strategic Initiatives, is responsible for developing innovative and strategic social and affordable housing program policies and plans; researching and analyzing projects; leading project teams; and developing cross-functional linkages to ensure that Regional Policies and Programs align with housing goals; interpreting and communicating housing policies to housing providers in the Region.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Develops and implements work plans for program policy and community development strategies, ensuring strong linkages with other Departments and stakeholders.
  • Develops program policies and implementation strategies for division initiatives.
  • Develops and executes program evaluations, managing both internal and external resources.
  • Researches, analyzes and evaluates social, economic, political environments and policies in a local and provincial context, evaluating applicability to local housing conditions and identifying best practices for inclusion in Regional program proposals.
  • Gathers and analyzes information on division and human/housing related issues; prepares presentations, impact and options analyses and statistical reports; monitors and reviews data to identify trends and develop community and division strategies.
  • Prepares reports, briefing notes, background materials and presentations on a wide range of housing policy issues for the Manager, General Manager, Commissioner, Committee and Council.
  • Prepares reports and program proposals for the Senior Management Group, Commissioner, Director, Committee and Council.
  • Develops strategic linkages with provincial governments, sector organizations, housing providers, agencies, the private sector and local municipalities to share information and develop effective program policies.
  • Represents the Division and Department on external task forces and committees.
  • May occasionally be required to respond to emergency situations outside of normal business hours, as related to the Departmental Emergency Plan.
  • Performs other duties as assigned in accordance with Branch and Department objectives. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Successful completion of a University Degree in Public Policy, Administration or Social Sciences or relevant degree or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum five (5) years’ experience in the public policy and/or social housing field.
  • Knowledge of the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, the Cooperative Corporations Act, 1990, the Housing Services Act, 2011 and other relevant legislation.
  • Knowledge of the Department’s program delivery operations, programs and services, the community served and client social issues.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary social research and evaluation methods, including writing detailed reports and proposals. 
Please apply online by clicking here by July 22, 2019 at 4:30 p.m.  We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted via email.
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