Description
Salary Range - $75,512
- $94,391 per year
1.0 FTE Permanent
Applications are
encouraged from qualified applicants of Indigenous descent with a strong
commitment to Indigenous Education (in accordance with section 24.1a of the
Ontario Human Rights Code).
The Simcoe County District School Board is seeking qualified applicants
for the position of Research Analyst within the Research and Decision Support
Department supporting Indigenous education programming, initiatives and
research. The location for this position
is the Education Centre in Midhurst, Ontario. Reporting to the Manager
of Research and Decision support,
the successful candidate will be responsible for
providing research and analyses to support board and school improvement
planning, board strategic directions, provincial accountability requirements,
the development, evaluation and modification of board programs and services;
all tasks inclusive of a concentrated focus within Indigenous education including
work on special projects and research exploring data
and outcomes for Indigenous learners. This position will be an integral part of the research team to meet
the goals of the Operational plan in support of the SCDSB strategic priorities.
Qualifications, Pertinent Skills and Experience:
·
A university undergraduate degree in Psychology, Sociology, or equivalent;
·
Experience with qualitative and quantitative research
methodology, analysis, and reporting;
·
Three (3) years
related employment experience preferably within public
sector research and analytics;
·
Excellent skills using Microsoft Power BI, SPSS (syntax),
survey development software, familiarity with GIS preferred;
·
Previous experience demonstrating a high level
of attention to detail working with data;
·
Advanced skills using MS Office (Excel and
Word) including creativity in presenting findings
using MS Office PowerPoint or additional data visualization software;
Demonstrated
capacity to work
in a highly collaborative and professional working environment;
·
Excellent organizational,
time management, and communication
skills;
·
A commitment to life-long learning
in the field of educational and/or Indigenous research;
·
Ability to adapt
quickly to a dynamic, evolving
environment and continuous changes in research
and associated technology;
·
Ability to work independently
and follow data collection and analysis workflow protocols;
·
Other duties as assigned.
Preferred
Skills:
·
Post-graduate certification
specializing in data management and analysis;
·
Advanced skills in using Microsoft
Power BI, SPSS (syntax), and one or more programming or coding languages;
·
Expert presentation skills with
PowerPoint or innovative data visualization software.
TESTING
MAY BE REQUIRED DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS.
This
position is a permanent full-time position. The regular work year for this
position is twelve (12) months of the year. The compensation range for this
twelve (12) month position is $75,512 to $94,391 per year, depending on
qualifications and experience. This position is based on a thirty-five (35) hour
work week.
Participation in the OMERS Pension Plan is mandatory for all
full-time permanent employees,
even if currently in receipt of an OMERS pension.
Qualified
applicants are invited to apply for this position through the Apply to
Education (ATE) web-site at www.applytoeducation.com. Applicants are required to submit a resume
detailing education, experience, and qualifications; documentation confirming
certifications; and written permission to contact two professional references on or before 12:00 p.m. October 9, 2024 . Cover letters may be addressed to Lisa
Newton, Manager of Research and Decision Support.
To
view the posting on the ATE web-site, select “Search Jobs”, select “Support
Applicants”, then use the search section to look for positions with the Simcoe
County District School Board. To apply
for the posting:
1. Sign into your ApplyToEducation
Support (ECE, EA/TA, Clerical, Custodian, etc. or Management and Professionals)
applicant account;
2. Select Search Jobs from the Job
Postings section;
3. Enter the ATE Job Code # in the
Keywords field;
4. Click the [SEARCH] button at the
bottom of the page;
5. Select the position of interest and
click the [APPLY] button on the job description page.
** All
fees for the application process are covered by the Simcoe County District
School Board.**
Application packages will no longer be accepted
in hard copy, by e-mail or by fax. Should applicants require
assistance in registering for ATE, the ATE Help Desk may be contacted at
1-416-932-8866 or 1-877-900-5627.
We value and are
committed to upholding the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and
equitable hiring practices for all applicants to be successful. In support of
our strategic priorities, we are seeking members who reflect diverse
identities, lived experiences and perspectives, especially Indigenous peoples,
racialized persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+, and women to assist
the board in reflecting the community we serve. Our equitable hiring initiative
is consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) to ensure that our
hiring practices remain equitable to candidates from groups protected by the
prohibited grounds under the Code.
Guided by the
principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, the Simcoe County
District School Board (SCDSB) is committed to creating an equitable and
inclusive environment that supports all human rights and accessibility needs
for students and staff. The SCDSB recognizes the duty to accommodate,
short of undue hardship as per the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Applicants are to provide permission to
contact two professional references, including their current and most recent
supervisor. New hires to the Simcoe County District School Board will be
required to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) that is satisfactory to the
Board prior to beginning employment. All new employees will be required to
complete mandatory training modules with the Board prior to their first day of
employment. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position; however,
only those who have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
September
24, 2024 OA-26 ATE
# 3837251
