Senior Program Advisor

In accordance with the AMAPCEO Collective Agreement the following posting is restricted to AMAPCEO-represented employees who have received a notice of lay-off and eligible for a Targeted Direct Assignment in accordance with AMAPCEO Article 27.

This position is being posted in accordance with one of the following AMAPCEO Collective Agreement articles or appendices:

• Article 18
• Article 27.3.1
• Article 27.8.1
• Article 27.10
• Article 27.11.2
• Article FXT.7.2
• Article FXT.7.4

For more information on the above, kindly review the AMAPCEO Collective Agreement.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role, you will:
• Lead and support the collection and analysis municipal data and information critical to support the Municipal Service Division's evidence-based service delivery.
• Develop and conduct wide-ranging and sensitive surveys with stakeholders and external clients to assess and evaluate program implementation.
• Lead assigned projects including preliminary consultation, project design, project management and implementation.
• Interpret, promote, and communicate performance measures and recommend improvement strategies

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

You are an AMAPCEO represented employee who has received a notice of layoff and eligible for a Targeted Direct Assignment.

• You have elected to remain available for possible targeted direct assignment;
• You meet the entry level qualifications for this position;
• Your current home position is in the same level or higher than the competition posted, or
• You have been acting in a position for two (2) years or more at the same level or higher than the competition posted;
• For temporary opportunities over nine (9) months: you are in the last two (2) months of your notice and meet the above outlined criteria.

Or as per Article 27.11.2, you are a person who has been laid off and are entitled to be assigned to a vacant position within twenty-four (24) months after your lay-off date provided that:

• You did not refuse a targeted direct assignment pursuant to Article 27.8.6;
• You are qualified to perform the required duties at entry-level; and
• Meet the same criteria set out in Article 27.8.

Research and Analysis

• You have research skills and can identify and assess a range of data/ information in order to provide evidence-based advice and decision-making
• You can develop analytical solutions to support land use planning
• You can interpret and apply legislation and policies

Program Development

• You have experience in program planning, development and implementation
• You can develop and assess performance metrics in order to identify options, advice and recommendations for improvements

Communication

• You have oral and written communication skills to develop and present a range of projects, reports, briefings, and recommendations
• You are proficient with computer applications (e.g. Word, Excel, Teams) to prepare spreadsheets, presentations, graphic presentation of information and correspondence

Project Management

• You have project management experience to lead and participate in project planning and management, ensuring timelines and budgets are met
• You can foster an inclusive work environment and a culture where collaboration is valued and celebrated

Relationship Management

• You create effective working relationships by fostering inclusivity and a sense of belonging
• You are reliable, respectful and can build consensus among diverse stakeholders

All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember: The deadline to apply is Tuesday, November 14, 2023 11:59 pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.