AMENDMENT: NOTE : Effective, April 1, 2026, the new salary range for this position will be $86,379 to $127,288 per year in compliance with AMAPCEO collective agreement provisions.
Play a key role in improving how data supports housing policy and planning.As a Senior Data and Quality Analyst, you will help strengthen data quality, governance, and analytics practices. This work supports informed decision-making by ensuring housing data is consistent, reliable, and easy to use. You'll collaborate with teams to improve data tools, standards, and processes across the organization.
About the job
In this role, you will:
• Lead data analysis and quality work, including data profiling, developing data quality rules and metrics, conducting audits, modelling, and improving analytical tools and processes
• Provide guidance and coordination on data analytics tools, standards, and data quality practices that support planning and decision-making
• Develop dashboards, reports, and materials that clearly explain data quality metrics, analytical methods, remediation progress, and results
• Support the development and maintenance of data governance artifacts, tools, documentation, and internal capacity
• Provide clear advice and support to client groups and stakeholders on data quality and analytics, assessing baselines and risks, and making strategic recommendations
• Lead or contribute to complex analytics, research, and project initiatives that support ministry priorities
What you bring to the team
Data Quality, Analytics and Technical Knowledge
Experience working with data, analytics, and tools to support reliable, evidence-based decision-making.
• Experience using data analytics, data quality, and visualization tools to analyze and present information
• Knowledge of data quality principles, governance practices, and analytical methods
• Experience working with data profiling, validation, modelling, and reporting tools
• Familiarity with data visualization, reporting, and query tools (such as Power BI, SQL, or similar technologies)
• Understanding of how data supports planning, performance measurement, and policy or program outcomes
• Proficiency with data and analytical tools in Azure (e.g., Databricks, Fabric)
Communication, Consultation and Relationship Building
The ability to share information clearly and work collaboratively across teams.
• Communicate complex data and analysis in clear, practical ways for different audiences
• Support discussions, build shared understanding, and contribute to coordinated decision-making through consensus-building and mediation
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
• Prepare briefings, reports, and materials that support informed discussions and decisions
Research, Analysis and Problem Solving
Strong analytical thinking to assess issues, identify risks, and support practical solutions.
• Experience analyzing multi-dimensional qualitative and quantitative information to support policy and program decisions
• Ability to assess impacts, identify data risks or gaps, analyze root causes of data quality issues, and recommend improvements
• Experience working with large or complex datasets and identifying patterns and insights
• A solution-focused approach to emerging issues and continuous improvement
Project Planning and Coordination
An organized approach to supporting multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Experience contributing to and leading data-related projects, including planning, coordination, and progress tracking
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet timelines, and support project deliverables
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's
Human Rights Code and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer
accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please
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