Program Analyst Jobs

Program Analyst

Human Services – Peel Housing Corporation

CUPE LOCAL 966

Status: (1) Contract Full-time up to 12 months

Salary Range: $75,319.00- $89,619.00 per annum

Work mode: (Remote)* see below for more details about this work mode.

Location: 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga

Hours of work:  35 hour/week

Who we are: Peel Living provides safe, affordable housing options to low and moderate income earners in Peel Region. Peel Living is committed to fulfilling our vision and mission by providing quality housing options, connecting tenants to supports to maintain their tenancy and ensuring its assets and finances are managed responsibly.

The Role: The Program Analyst works as a member of Peel Housing Corporation to develop and maintain divisional policies and procedures for the provision of uniform service. The Program Analyst maintains a thorough knowledge of government policies, programs and legislation, and monitors/analyzes new government initiatives.

What You Will Do In This Role

• Collects, analyzes, maintains and evaluates data on social assistance needs in Peel and identifies emerging needs
• Collaborates with Regional staff in Purchasing, Privacy, Contracts and Legal in the development of procurements, evaluation of agencies and negotiation of legal agreements including scopes of work, amendments, extentions and payment schedules.
• Works collaboratively to maintain effective working relationships with others
• Represents the Region on inter-governmental committees and acts as liaison with community
• Provides information and analytical reports for divisional management
• Works with third parties to assess community needs, information sharing, including membership or chairing of community meetings
• Collaborates with other Regional staff as required (for example, for the development of training content, creation of policies and processes, for the implementation of project plans, etc)
• Evaluates, analyzes and identifies issues regarding current policies, programs, legislation and develops recommendations for changes
• Prepare contracts, letters of agreement with external partners
• May participate in mandatory staff training to ensure staff are supported in reference to existing and/or changing policies, may review procedures and policies
• Supports the staff development process as it relates to program changes
• Ensures all policies are current and maintains up-to-date information
• Identify political trends and determine policy and financial impacts to the Division
• Assists purchasing and the Legal department in the development of procurements and negotiation of legal agreements
• Provides direction, interpretation of policy or other relevant information to all staff
• Maintains a basic understanding of other key government policy, programs and legislation relevant to Ontario Works in Peel and individuals assisted through discretionary programs

What The Role Requires

• Knowledge of computer applications (MS Office, Access, Visio & MS Project)
• Minimum of a college diploma or university degree, combined with a minimum of three years work experience in the human services or policy fields; including training in research and policy analysis
• Interpersonal skills for effective liaison with others in a sensitive and effective manner
• Specific knowledge of human services programs, employment programs, social services, planning, municipal government, provincial government, and community resources and services
• Good knowledge of the Ontario Works Act, MFIPPA, working knowledge of ODSP Act and all other applicable legislation
• Sensitivity towards diversity in the Region of Peel
• Knowledge of housing, employment & education initiatives, labour market trends, children’s programs, public health policy, justice, mental health and addiction, municipal by law process, political trends and Human Rights/Ontarians with Disabilities act.

Skills/Abilities

• Excellent time management and organizational skills while managing multiple portfolios
• Research and analytical skills to gather and analyze data with the ability to consolidate, analyze, summarize and develop recommendations
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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 & Job Location: at 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, ON

In this role you will have the ability to work mostly remote. You will be required to occasionally attend on-site meetings based on operational requirements at the 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, ON worksite. Your remote work location must be located within the province of Ontario.

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

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

At Peel Region, we value being open and transparent with our community. The Ontario government has passed legislation that will dissolve Peel Region on January 1, 2025. Peel remains committed to providing uninterrupted services to our residents and businesses through the transition. Skilled and qualified professionals are and will be needed to deliver services to the Peel community regardless of the governance model. For information about our transition and how we continue delivering services, visit peelregion.ca/transition.

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.

About Us

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 s ince 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.

Additional Information

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.