*Effective, April 1, 2026, the new salary range for this position will be $80,089 to $115,402 per year in compliance with AMAPCEO collective agreement provisions.
Transform data and issues into clear, impactful communications Do you thrive on working with teams and individuals in a dynamic, fast paced work environment? Do you have a talent for crafting presentations and briefing materials in a way that makes technical information more accessible and understandable to non-technical audiences? This position provides a unique opportunity for a highly organized individual to proactively monitor issues, coalesce data and information and liaise across various levels and offices within the Ministry of Transportation. Working independently, with the support of Branch and divisional staff, in a role where no day is ever the same, you will create key communications materials for the Operations Division.
About the job
As a key player, you will:
• monitor emerging issues
• conduct analysis of contentious issues impacting the Provincial Highways Management Program
• respond to requests for information
• prepare briefing materials, presentations, reports and publications
• provide advice to senior management to define communications issues along with research and resolution strategies
• provide support to the branch management team by managing special projects.
What you bring to the team
Organizational and planning skills
You can:
• demonstrate well-developed planning and organizational skills
• adapt to changing priorities and deadlines in a high pressured environment
Communication skills and knowledge
You have:
• well developed oral communication and interpersonal skills, including tact and diplomacy
• superior written communication skills along with knowledge of communications techniques and practices related to writing and editing materials
Analytical skills and issues management knowledge
You have:
• analytical and problem solving skills
• knowledge of issues management to research issues, identify potentially contentious issues, and to advise senior management
Technical knowledge
You have:
• knowledge of government structure, policy development and decision-making processes and legislative requirements
• knowledge and experience using a variety of computer software (i.e. spreadsheet, graphics, word processing, database and presentation applications)
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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What we offer
The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• a comprehensive compensation and benefits package
• base salary that aligns to market trends with performance-based pay and scheduled salary progression
• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
• a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment