Use Data to Make a Difference – Join Us as a Data Analytics Specialist!Are you passionate about using data to solve real-world problems? Do you believe in the power of analytics to drive positive social change? At the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS), we're using data to inform programs that impact the lives of millions of Ontarians, and we want you to be part of it.
We're looking for a
Data Analytics Specialist to join the Data Science Deployment and Support Unit, a collaborative and innovative team that uses data science, machine learning, code and visual storytelling to improve services for children, families, and communities across Ontario.
About the job
As a Data Analytics Specialist, you'll work on complex, high-impact data science projects in a collaborative, cross-functional environment. You will:
• Develop and maintain data pipelines to transform structured and unstructured data into usable formats
• Create compelling data visualizations and interactive dashboards to communicate findings to decision-makers
• Present complex analytical results in clear, accessible language for non-technical stakeholders
• Research and develop new tools, techniques, and approaches to improve our analytics capabilities
• Collaborate with colleagues across policy, program, and technology teams to align data efforts with real-world service delivery
• Support the design, building and coding of machine learning models and statistical algorithms to generate actionable insights
• Contribute to the development of integrated datasets and longitudinal client journeys to inform program effectiveness and integration
If you're excited about applying data science to improve lives, and want to work on meaningful challenges in a supportive and innovative team, we want to hear from you. Help us build smarter, more integrated public services—one insight at a time.
Why Join Us• Impact That Matters: Help shape policies and programs that support Ontario's most vulnerable populations. Your work will make a measurable difference.
• Growth & Innovation: Stay on the cutting edge—work with emerging tools and methodologies, explore complex data challenges, and keep learning through hands-on projects and peer collaboration.
• Collaboration & Purpose: Join a mission-driven team that values diversity of thought, open communication, and inclusive problem-solving.
What you bring to the team
Technical and Analytical Expertise:
You have:
• A background in data science, statistics, computer science, mathematics, economics or a related field
• Experience using programming languages such as Python, R, SQL, or similar to clean, transform, analyze data and/or develop applications, libraries or software packages.
• Knowledge of data pipelines, machine learning models, and predictive analytics techniques
• Familiarity with large and complex datasets, including unstructured data
• Experience with cloud-based analytics platforms such as Databricks or RStudio
• The ability to develop dashboards and visualizations that tell compelling, data-driven stories
Problem-Solving and Communication Skills
• The ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to non-technical audiences
• Ask thoughtful questions, explore complex problems, and use data to support your ideas
• Think creatively and are open to new ways of solving challenges
• Experience delivering concise presentations, reports, or visual tools for diverse stakeholders
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to build strong relationships across teams
to get things done
Project Management Skills:
You have:
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Shown interest in learning Agile methodologies and how data fits into the software development process
• A drive to continually grow your skills and stay current with new tools, methods, and technologies
• A commitment to public service and using data for social good
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
contact us.Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace: