LEGISLATIVE DESIGN SPECIALIST

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A fast-paced and challenging opportunity exists for a highly motivated, results-oriented individual looking to expand their career and showcase their knowledge of tax legislation and design. We are looking for you to join our team!

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About the job

As a key member of the Sales Tax Unit, you will:
• provide technical advice and analysis on the design of sales tax legislation
• develop strategic briefing materials, issue notes, budget papers and policy design options
• prepare detailed policy and design analysis and recommendations for legislative provisions
• work with Legal Services Branch to ensure legislation and regulations support policy intent
• liaise with other ministries, federal and other provincial governments, and tax professionals on tax design and legislative issues

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What you bring to the team

Legislative Knowledge:

• You have demonstrated technical knowledge and experience with Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax legislation and administrative practices
• You have demonstrated knowledge of the legislative process and an understanding of legislation related to other jurisdictions
• You are able to translate policy into legislation and regulations and draft legal specifications for sales tax measures

Communication, Interpersonal and Negotiation Skills:

• You can prepare and deliver presentations of complex tax issues in a clear and concise manner at a level appropriate for the audience
• You can establish and maintain effective working relationships with senior officials, associates and staff at all levels
• You are able to deal diplomatically with senior staff, stakeholder groups and the public

Analytical, Research and Organizational Skills:

• You have experience developing design options and recommendations
• You are able to analyze large volumes of information and identify issues and problems
• You have proven research skills and knowledge of research techniques to assist in data analysis
• You can meet deadlines consistently, manage competing priorities and work with limited direction

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Additional information:

Note:

• T-FN-50662/13
  
  As a result of the recently agreed to AMAPCEO collective agreement, a new job evaluation system will be implemented on October 1, 2013 and the job code identified in this posting is subject to revision. In the new job evaluation system, the classification level of this position has not yet been determined.

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Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
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