Senior Policy Analyst (Senior Program Analyst) - (9584) Job Title
Senior Policy Analyst (Senior Program Analyst)
Status
Temporary Full-Time
Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months
16
Type of Position
a Replacement
Start Date
Immediate
Per hour
Salary Grade
$63.50 - $69.03
Department
York Region -> Community & Health Services -> Strategies and Partnerships
Location
Hybrid work opportunities may apply - CA
Strategies&Partnerships; Branch - 17150 Yonge Street - Newmarket, ON L3Y 8V3 CA (Primary)

Job Description (E)
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 2051. 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 protected 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 setting 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 Reporting to the Program Manager, Community Investments, is responsible for providing program support,



including coordination and administration of all aspects of the annual community investment funding process, including consultation with internal and external stakeholders, financial and statistical analysis for the implementation of the Community Investment Fund; providing policy support and strategic advice to the Department; interpreting federal and provincial legislation and regulations, monitoring and assessing impact on Regional policies and practices, including planning initiatives and providing advice on performance measurement; researching, developing and analyzing innovative and strategic policies and programs to respond to human services, agencies and community needs; preparing environmental scans; and developing cross-functional linkages to ensure that policies and programs align with Department, Provincial and Federal goals; preparing briefing notes and committee reports.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING Develops and implements work plans for program policy and strategies, ensuring strong linkages with other Branches and stakeholders.
Develops program policies and implementation strategies for initiatives.
Develops and executes program evaluations, managing both internal and external resources.
Researches, analyzes and evaluates social, economic, legislation and policies in a local and provincial context and evaluates applicability to the Department, clients and community agencies and identifying best practices for inclusion in Regional program proposals.
Gathers and analyzes information and data on program and services related issues; prepares presentations, impact and options analysis

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📌 Senior Policy Analyst (Senior Program Analyst) (Ontario)
🏢 York Region (The Regional Municipality of York)
📍 Ontario