Job Policy Analyst in Hamilton

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JOB POSTING

JOB ID #: 20549

Social Policy Analyst
Healthy & Safe Communities Department
Housing Services Divison

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1 Full-Time Temporary

UNION/NON-UNION: CUPE Local 5167 Inside

HOURS Of WORK: 35.00 per week

STATUS/LENGTH: Temporary, 18 Months

Job Description ID #: JD 1428

Vaccine Verification - Applies to all external applicants as well as internal applicants applying to work at the Lodges, Hamilton Paramedic Services and the Red Hill Child Care Centre:
As a condition of employment you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated or provide proof of valid exemption satisfactory to the employer prior to your start date. You must acknowledge and agree to comply with any future vaccine policy requirements as an ongoing condition of employment at the City of Hamilton.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reports to the Senior Project Manager, Coordinated Access,Homelessness Policy & Programs. . Leads, co-ordinates and manages a range of policy related activities and strategies with corporate and community strategic impact. This includes monitoring and liaison functions, policy interpretation, data analysis, social policy development, research and performance indicators with primary focus on housing and homelessness.

GENERAL DUTIES

Develops, evaluates, analyzes and formulates policies and programs in order to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of operational and community needs, based on research, internal/external benchmarks, demographic statistics and social trends.

Leads policy studies and policy development assignments relevant to the Department, including developing project objectives, terms of reference, needs/impact assessments and consultation with relevant stakeholders in order to ensure the clarity, consistency and accessibility of the policy being investigated.

Manages internal and cross-departmental projects with a policy or program development focus in a variety of staff resource configurations and is accountable for ensuring that assigned projects are delivered with due consideration to the identification and control of project scope, schedule and the management of associated risks.

Investigates and integrates findings on social, economic and political environments in order to evaluate, assess and interpret the impact of changes in policy, legislation and program initiatives made by other levels of government and community-based organizations.

Identifies and investigates priorities for funding partnership programs ensuring consistency with corporate policies, departmental priorities and strategic directions. Makes recommendations to the management team as required.

Prepares and presents to City committees and Council reports such as departmental and City position papers on homelessness and community housing policies and programs; recommends policy changes and initiatives.

Prepares departmental and City position papers on policies and programs initiated by Federal, Provincial and local governments.

Prepares background and statistical reports for City Council and committees on department and community matters including interpreting and analyzing data.

Co-ordinates and writes briefing notes, reports, policy statements and position papers including their presentation to the community, Departmental Leadership Team or Council as required.

Conducts planning processes to support department strategic directions, short and long term planning initiatives, business plans, feasibility studies, and needs assessments.

Carries out research by interviewing target groups, planning methodology and designing surveys; collects and analyzes data.

Provides strategic policy advice, consulting services and project leadership to other staff, managers and directors within the Division and to project team members both internal and external to the Department and the community.

Liaises with government and community organizations relevant to current policy reviews and proposed changes in legislation.

Represents the department and City on Provincial and community task forces and work groups; provides technical support such as directing and co-ordinating activities.

Develops and continually expands a network of contacts and resources within the Corporation, other municipalities, provincial/national associations, and the community.

Advises community groups and City departments on social welfare programs and policies.

Responds to issues and inquiries raised by managers, directors, corporate management team, elected officials, local funders, other municipalities, ministries and non-profit agencies and the public.

Functions as a mentor to other junior staff within and across the corporation, project team members and placement students.

Works in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

Performs other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Honours Social Science Degree or a degree in a related discipline or a combination of education and relevant work experience.

2. Previous experience and knowledge in research, program evaluation and data analysis.

3. Excellent communication skills, with a particular emphasis on writing ability and oral presentation.

4. Experience in a computerized environment. Working knowledge of Word, Excel and database or statistical software.

5. Knowledge of housing and homelessness issues and programs would be considered an asset.

6. Must posses a valid Class “G” Driver’s Licence and provision of a vehicle for use on the job.

THIS POSITION REQUIRES A VALID CLASS “G” DRIVER’S LICENCE AND PROOF THEREOF IS REQUIRED UPON HIRE.