Temporary Full-Time Senior Policy Advisor - Up to One (1) Year
About the role
Reporting to the Manager, Policy and Licensing, or designate, the Senior Policy Advisor conducts research and policy analysis, prepares reports and by-laws; develops and implements new programs and by-laws; consults with and engages various internal and external stakeholders; conducts statistical and trend analysis of service delivery metrics and assists with Branch business and performance planning initiatives. This position maintains, develops and prepares operational policies and procedures; develops and implements staff training initiatives; prepares customer-oriented information materials; and provides daily research/policy support to senior management and each division within the Branch. The Senior Policy Advisor contributes to increasing the health and safety of residents, consumer protection, and the vibrancy of the City.
Responsibilities:
- Conducting research, preparing Staff Reports, and assisting with the creation of City by-laws
- Collaborating and engaging with various stakeholders: internal staff, external partners, experts, special interest groups, and members of council
- Leading the development and evaluation of new and innovative regulatory programs and services
- Conducting statistical and trend analysis of service delivery metrics and assisting with Branch business and performance planning initiatives
- Developing financial and program models for regulatory programs
- Developing and maintaining Branch policies and procedures
- Developing, implementing, monitoring and reporting on Branch training and succession development initiatives
- Developing and delivering communications and education to stakeholders
- Making decisions on training initiatives, training providers, and course content and implementing staff training
- Support and demonstrate the City of Oshawa core values of Authenticity, Courage, and Trust
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Demonstrated knowledge and skill associated with completion of a four (4) year undergraduate university degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, or Law, plus five (5) years of relevant experience in public policy research and development in a government capacity
- Certification with A.M.C.T.O. is required
- Master’s Degree in Public Administration or Public Policy is preferred
- Certification as a Municipal Manager (C.M.M.), Municipal Law Enforcement Officer (M.L.E.O. (C)), Property Standards Officer (C.P.S.O.), and/or Lean Six Sigma is considered to be an asset
- An expert-level of proficiency in Microsoft Office and other related software applications (Project Management Software, Visio, Adobe Acrobat)
- Possess expert-level research, report and business writing skills
- Possess expert-level knowledge of relevant by-laws that are administered by the Branch and applicable provincial legislation (e.g. Municipal Act, 2001, Vital Statistics Act, 1990, Planning Act, 1990, Building Code Act, 1992, etc.)
- Possess expert-level knowledge of applicable municipal and provincial law, interpreting legislation and case law, and expert-level knowledge of the subject matter
- Demonstrated level of political acuity and critical thinking skills.
- Must have excellent communication skills (written and oral).
- Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative in order to meet deadlines and able to work under pressure
- Ability to provide own transportation as required
This position is eligible for hybrid work.
As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to undergo a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check.
About City of Oshawa, ON
Oshawa is a city in Ontario, Canada, on the Lake Ontario shoreline. It lies in Southern Ontario, approximately 60 km east of Downtown Toronto. It is commonly viewed as the eastern anchor of the Greater Toronto Area and of the Golden Horseshoe. It is the largest municipality in the Regional Municipality of Durham.
Temporary Full-Time Senior Policy Advisor - Up to One (1) Year
About the role
Reporting to the Manager, Policy and Licensing, or designate, the Senior Policy Advisor conducts research and policy analysis, prepares reports and by-laws; develops and implements new programs and by-laws; consults with and engages various internal and external stakeholders; conducts statistical and trend analysis of service delivery metrics and assists with Branch business and performance planning initiatives. This position maintains, develops and prepares operational policies and procedures; develops and implements staff training initiatives; prepares customer-oriented information materials; and provides daily research/policy support to senior management and each division within the Branch. The Senior Policy Advisor contributes to increasing the health and safety of residents, consumer protection, and the vibrancy of the City.
Responsibilities:
- Conducting research, preparing Staff Reports, and assisting with the creation of City by-laws
- Collaborating and engaging with various stakeholders: internal staff, external partners, experts, special interest groups, and members of council
- Leading the development and evaluation of new and innovative regulatory programs and services
- Conducting statistical and trend analysis of service delivery metrics and assisting with Branch business and performance planning initiatives
- Developing financial and program models for regulatory programs
- Developing and maintaining Branch policies and procedures
- Developing, implementing, monitoring and reporting on Branch training and succession development initiatives
- Developing and delivering communications and education to stakeholders
- Making decisions on training initiatives, training providers, and course content and implementing staff training
- Support and demonstrate the City of Oshawa core values of Authenticity, Courage, and Trust
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Demonstrated knowledge and skill associated with completion of a four (4) year undergraduate university degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, or Law, plus five (5) years of relevant experience in public policy research and development in a government capacity
- Certification with A.M.C.T.O. is required
- Master’s Degree in Public Administration or Public Policy is preferred
- Certification as a Municipal Manager (C.M.M.), Municipal Law Enforcement Officer (M.L.E.O. (C)), Property Standards Officer (C.P.S.O.), and/or Lean Six Sigma is considered to be an asset
- An expert-level of proficiency in Microsoft Office and other related software applications (Project Management Software, Visio, Adobe Acrobat)
- Possess expert-level research, report and business writing skills
- Possess expert-level knowledge of relevant by-laws that are administered by the Branch and applicable provincial legislation (e.g. Municipal Act, 2001, Vital Statistics Act, 1990, Planning Act, 1990, Building Code Act, 1992, etc.)
- Possess expert-level knowledge of applicable municipal and provincial law, interpreting legislation and case law, and expert-level knowledge of the subject matter
- Demonstrated level of political acuity and critical thinking skills.
- Must have excellent communication skills (written and oral).
- Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative in order to meet deadlines and able to work under pressure
- Ability to provide own transportation as required
This position is eligible for hybrid work.
As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to undergo a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check.
About City of Oshawa, ON
Oshawa is a city in Ontario, Canada, on the Lake Ontario shoreline. It lies in Southern Ontario, approximately 60 km east of Downtown Toronto. It is commonly viewed as the eastern anchor of the Greater Toronto Area and of the Golden Horseshoe. It is the largest municipality in the Regional Municipality of Durham.