Are you passionate about protecting the environment? Do you go out of your way to reduce, reuse, and recycle? Do you envision a waste-free future? If you answered yes to those questions, then we’d like to hear from you. We are the Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority (RPRA), Ontario’s circular economy regulator.

Our vision is a waste-free and prosperous Ontario. And, our mission is to support waste reduction and resource recovery by enforcing compliance with Ontario’s producer responsibility laws, providing registry services to our regulated community, and reporting publicly on Ontario’s progress towards a circular economy.

We are looking for a talented and committed individual to join us as Compliance Data and Business Intelligence Analyst to support the government’s efforts to protect the environment and advance a new economy in which waste is reused, recycled, and reintegrated.

Job Summary

The Compliance Data & Business Intelligence Analyst supports the organization’s circular economy mandate by delivering high-quality analysis, analytics, reporting, and data stewardship across regulated resource recovery programs (including the Blue Box, tires, and all other RRCEA programs). You will need to have strong knowledge of compliance, policy, regulatory, and market frameworks, along with a deep understanding of waste management planning and operations across relevant sectors; specific knowledge of the Blue Box program is a strong asset. Using policy analysis and research methodologies, you will assess compliance trends, interpret regulatory requirements, and support evidence‑based decision‑making and program performance monitoring. Working closely with internal teams (e.g., Compliance, IT, Data Analytics, Finance) and external stakeholders (e.g., service providers, producers, the Ministry), you will ensure compliance data integrity, usability, and actionability in support of evidence-based decision-making, regulatory oversight, and compliance program performance monitoring.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Data-Driven Compliance Decision Making Develop processes and maintain regular compliance reporting, including the development of reporting procedures and policies, across regulated programs and operational areas, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and consistency. Assist with cultivating data literacy in compliance staff, provide guidance and training regarding data tools and analytics; assess and address compliance data requests. Produce deliverables such as operational performance summaries, risk assessment reports, and presentations that synthesize data trends, risks, and compliance recommendations. Assist with the development and monitoring of KPIs and corporate performance measures to assess program effectiveness and identify continuous improvement opportunities. Ability to support inspector workflows is required.

2. Data Stewardship & Quality Assurance Act as a data steward for priority datasets, defining and maintaining: Compliance data definitions and rules Standardized reporting logic Data quality controls and exception handling Documentation and audit trails for repeatable reporting Complete regular case data reviews, assessing case data against internal compliance procedures and policies and reporting on review outcomes to compliance leadership and in executive reports. Support data governance activities including data request management, controlled access, and appropriate handling of sensitive or confidential information. Support cross-functional projects such as registry improvements, public communications and reports, budgeting and fee setting, and systems/process enhancements.

3. Resource Recovery Program Analytics Provide resource recovery data analytics support for all RRCEA programs, with a focus on Blue Box. Support comparative analysis across jurisdictions (where relevant), and identify implications for program design, compliance approaches, or operational enhancements. Engage with the Ministry, registrants and stakeholders to understand data needs and assess feasibility while considering RPRA’s Access and Privacy Code and resourcing.

4. Other Duties Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

Education Post-secondary education in business, data, finance, public policy, environmental studies, or other related disciplines or equivalent work experience.

Experience At least 4 years’ progressive experience in business intelligence, data analytics, reporting, or program analytics (experience in regulated environments strongly preferred). Demonstrable knowledge of EPR regulatory frameworks, municipal waste analysis, waste management or related sectors. Prior compliance/regulatory experience is an asset.

Skills, Knowledge & Competencies Sound knowledge of waste management planning and operations, both broadly and applicable to specific waste management sectors; specific knowledge in the Blue Box program an asset. Sound knowledge of policy analysis and research methodology. Strong ability to analyze and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to produce actionable recommendations. Advanced proficiency working with: Excel, CRM data (Salesforce), Data visualizations. Strong organization, prioritization, and multitasking skills in a complex, deadline-driven environment; thrives in a climate of change. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge and understanding of the RRCEA, WDTA, associated regulations and continued program and stewardship plans an asset. Ability to understand and interpret financial and operational reports required under RPRA’s mandate. High attention to detail and accuracy; strong judgment and discretion with confidential data. Customer-service mindset and collaborative approach to stakeholder relationships. Project coordination skills (planning, tracking, reporting, risk/issue logs). Comfort working with compliance-focused data and risk analysis. Ability and willingness to be trained and designated as an inspector under the RRCEA; compliance/regulatory experience is an asset. Ability to communicate in French an asset.

Travel Requirements Occasional travel within Ontario

Physical Demands Office/Desk Job

Working with the Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority You will be a part of a collaborative team doing ground-breaking and meaningful work with a critical environmental and economic mission. This is a full-time permanent role, working Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexibility as needed. Our highly attractive total compensation plan includes a competitive salary (commensurate with experience), health benefits, personal days, and three weeks of vacation to start. We have a hybrid work arrangement and support flexible work schedules. Remote work is expected to be completed from a location within Ontario. Our office is conveniently located in North York on the Yonge subway line at Sheppard Avenue. RPRA is committed to a professional, respectful work environment where employee safety and well-being are prioritized and harassment of any kind is not tolerated. We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the community we work in and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with disabilities. RPRA welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. The Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) to screen and assess applicants for this position based on pre-defined, job-related criteria. AI acts as a supporting tool, but all final decisions are made by human HR professionals and hiring managers.

Target salary range: Min: $$84,222 - $105,278

How to apply Submit your cover letter and resume (Name_JobTitle_2026) with the Subject Line: Name -JobTitle - 2026 at: careers@rpra.ca