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Shape Ontario's Workforce!

Are you passionate about research and analysis? Join the Labour Market Information and Research Team to conduct vital economic and labour market research.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now!

About Us

The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) protects workers, helps people get training and jobs, and supports employers. We aim to create safe, inclusive workplaces and contribute to a strong economy in Ontario.

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Our Unit

We provide essential labour market information and research to support policy and program development. Join us and help strengthen Ontario's workforce! - the Labour Market Information website.

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About the job

About the Job

As Senior Analyst, you will:

• Conduct economic and labour market research and analysis.
• Create reports on labour market trends and workforce development.
• Provide technical support for research initiatives.
• Develop analytical products and visualization tools.
• Collaborate with other ministries, the federal government, and stakeholders.

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What you bring to the team

Specialized knowledge and skills:

You have:

• Advanced knowledge in labour market economics, demographics, statistics, and research methods.
• An understanding of Ontario's labour market and workforce development trends.
• Proficiency in statistical programming (e.g., Stata, Python, R) and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Experience working with large datasets and APIs to retrieve data.

Problem-solving and analytical skills:

You have:
• Proven problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Skills in research, analysis, and statistical modelling on economic, demographic, and labour market issues.
• Experience in macro/microeconomic analysis for the impacts of relevant legislation, policies, and programs on the labour market.

Communication skills:

You have:

• Strong oral communication skills to explain complex labour market issues to non-technical audiences.
• Excellent written communication skills for research proposals and policy papers.
• Consultation skills to maintain effective relationships and work well in teams or independently.
• Experience participating in committees and project teams across various organizations and sectors.

Project management skills:

You have:

• The ability to plan and lead research projects to ensure timelines and objectives are achieved.
• Time management skills to prioritize tasks and respond to urgent requests to meet tight deadlines.

Don't meet every qualification?
If you're excited to work for the Ontario Public Service but don't think you meet all the criteria, please still consider applying. We recognize no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!


Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit theOPS Anti-Racism Policy and theOPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the application instructions below if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What we offer

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Flexible work arrangements
• Collegial and professional work culture
• Career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
• On-the-job training to support your success in the role

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Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

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