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Organization:
Ministry of Transportation
Division:
Policy & Planning
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
3 Temporary (1 position for 12 months with possibility for extension; 1 position for 6 months with possibility of extension and 1 position for 18 months)
Job code:
4A007 - Policy04
Salary:
$59,655.00 - $83,402.00 Per year
The Transit Policy Branch requires three Policy Advisors to conduct research, analytical and communications services related to the development and implementation of transit policies and programs.
About the job
You will:
• Assess and research data requirements;
• Develop and study designs and procedures;
• Assess validity of findings;
• Prepare reports, discussion papers, presentations, briefing notes and correspondence on transportation issues;
• Provide analysis of transportation issues and recommend solutions and policy proposals; and;
• Maintain links with ministry management and stakeholders.
What you bring to the team
Research, Analytical and Problem Solving Skills:
• Knowledge of data gathering techniques
• Knowledge of analytical research and statistical methods
• Ability to analyze information and data
• Well-developed research skills
• Ability to resolve complex problems or issues
Transportation Policy Development and Economic Theory Knowledge:
• Knowledge of transportation planning processes and strategic directions
• Knowledge of economic theory and multi-modal transportation practices
Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
• Ability to consult and liaise with a wide variety of internal and external contacts
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships and develop stakeholder partnerships
• Ability to provide advice to program management
• Presentation skills to effectively communicate information and proposals to a variety of contacts and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner
Project Management and Planning Skills:
• Strong planning skills to plan and conduct studies
• Experience managing projects and ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Ability to prepare complex technical reports
Computer Skills:
• Proficient with computers and with database, spreadsheet and word processing applications
Apply by:
Wednesday, November 9, 2016 11:59 pm EST
Position details:
- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 777 Bay St, Toronto, Toronto Region
- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 6 months, 777 Bay St, Toronto, Toronto Region
- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 18 months, 777 Bay St, Toronto, Toronto Region
Compensation group:
Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario
Category:
Policy and Analysis
Posted on:
Wednesday, October 26, 2016
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:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.
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