Business Application Systems Analyst

Human Services- Social Development, Planning and Partnerships

1 Contract Full Time - Contract End Date December 31, 2024

CUPE Local 966

Status Contract Full Time

Salary Range $75,319-$89,619/year

Work mode Mostly Remote *see below for more details about this work mode.

Location 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga

Hours of work 35 hour/week

Who we are Information Management and Technology

Our Information Management and Technology team consists of Business Application Systems Analysts (BASA) and Local System Support (LSS).

They provide services to the Human Services department such as

• Application development & support
• User administration
• Report development

The Role

To ensure the integrity of data and the functionality of Human Services business applications.

What you will do in this role

• Prepare initial user documentation for new process/application development
• Implement and maintain data security and access controls
• Develop standardized and ad hoc reports based on user requirements
• Collaborate with outside service providers, ministry and the Region’s IT division regarding departmental systems
• Schedule and complete daily, monthly, and annual tasks (e.g. reports, legal notices, and interface files)
• Liaise with external institutions regarding electronic interfaces
• Troubleshoot problems experienced by users of Human Services applications
• Monitor applicable activities to ensure applications are operable and scheduled activities and routines are executed correctly
• Analyze, develop, implement, enhance and/or create applications to meet the needs of the business units and respond to changes in business processes and legislation
• Liaise with the Region’s corporate divisions regarding electronic interfaces

What the role requires

• Statistics or accounting knowledge would be an asset
• Business and systems skills to evaluate, manipulate and use information from multiple sources.
• Strong communication skills to communicate technical and/or specialized information and to respond to requests for information
• Advanced knowledge of multiple computer applications/databases including MS Office, MS Access, Lotus Notes, Oracle
• Three years’ work experience in a related field
• Knowledge of various programming languages (including but not limited to VB, JAVA Script, PL/SQL, Lotus Script) to provide design and development within various software packages
• Minimum of a 3 year college diploma or university degree with specialization in systems analysis or programming
• Process management and Project management skills and experience would be an asset
• Excellent organization and time management skills with the ability to adjust to regularly changing priorities

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us

• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
• Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan (where applicable)

Preference will be given to qualified applicants who are currently in the bargaining unit.

This position is a bargaining unit position represented by CUPE Local 966. Continuous employment is not guaranteed and may be subject to layoffs as outlined in the Collective Agreement Article 15

• Work Mode In this role you will have the ability to work remotely and attend on-site when required based on operational requirements at the 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga worksite. The frequency of on-site activities may vary on a weekly basis and based on operational requirements. Your remote work location must be located within the province of Ontario.

Interview Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.

You may have seen or heard Peel Region’s presence in the media surrounding the announcement and legislation passed by the Ford government regarding the structure of our municipal government. At Peel Region, we value being open and transparent with our community, and want to ensure you are informed and up to date. Regardless of governance models that support the residents of Peel, skilled and qualified talent is, and will be, needed to deliver services to the community that we serve. Peel Region remains committed to working with all partners, providing information to inform decisions. For additional information and latest updates about the governance announcement, please visit our News Release webpage.

If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.

As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced COVID-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 175,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,500 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

The Region of Peel is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

The Region of Peel is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact [email protected].

Please be advised, the Region of Peel uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.