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RESEARCH ANALYST 1

Job ID: 62837
Job Category: Policy Planning & Research
Division & Section: Toronto Water, Capital Planning & Implementation
Work Location: Metro Hall, 55 John St.
Job Type & Duration: Full-Time, 1 Permanent, 2 Temporary (12 months)
Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $47.07- $51.58
Shift Information: Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week.
Affiliation: L79 Full-time
Number of Positions Open: 3
Posting Period:18-Mar-2026 to 1-Apr-2026

 

The successful candidate will participate in the preparation of the annual operating/capital budgets and monitors operations and capital works in progress. Develops, consolidates and integrates new and existing computer applications to store and retrieve data related to Divisional projects and activities

 

Major Responsibilities:

 

Reporting to the Supervisor of Contracts, Tenders & Payments, the Research Analyst 1 performs and assists in the tendering, awarding, execution and financial administration of design and construction related contracts and agreements for various City divisions and its agencies.

 

  • Conducts research on topics involving collection of information such as procurement options available for client divisions and recovery methods for payments
  • Collects, analyzes, evaluates and interprets information/findings to develop recommendations for improvement to existing Divisional projects, policies and services and in the development of theories, concepts and objectives for new Divisional projects, policies and services.
  • Prepares abstracts and summaries of studies using a range of analytical techniques such as statistical, economic and scientific
  • Provides research support to other Divisions, Councillors, task forces and committees by locating and providing information requested. Circulates data throughout Division.
  • Develops and sets up computer applications to store and retrieve data (e.g., census information, library catalogues).
  • Maintains library e.g., research data, statistics, acts, books, periodicals, reference material and council minutes.
  • Provides policy analysis and research support on a broad range of economic, business and strategic infrastructure issues.
  • Writes reports for Council based on research. Documents findings, supporting data, recommendations and theories. Prepares and co-ordinates briefs and summary reports. 
  • Collects, purchases, indexes/catalogues and files material.
  • Updates material using personal computer. Modifies/develops reference system.
  • Attends meetings with staff, networks with other Divisions, different levels of government, libraries and community agencies. Participates in problem solving

 

Key Qualifications:

 

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

 

    1. Post-secondary education in a related field and/or purchasing designation, Finance, Business Administration or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
    2. Considerable experience with contract administration support, such as preparations of nRFP, NCP, RFSQ, RFPs, RFQs, tenders, bid evaluations, contract awards and/or execution of contract agreements.
    3. Considerable experience with a variety of software packages such as financial modules of S4HANA, PTP, Ariba and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio and Excel).
    4. Considerable experience with project cost accounting, such as tracking progress payments and processing invoices.
    5. Experience preparing memos, letters and/or reports to internal and external stakeholders

 

You must also have:

 

  • Ability to provide work direction and training to staff.
  • Knowledge with research, analysis, tracking and interpretation of data and contract management data with an ability to create statistical reports and databases
  • Ability in presenting trend reports and recommendations to management staff.
  • Demonstrated ability to establish good working relationships with staff, management and various stakeholders.
  • Highly developed interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
  • Well-developed written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate at all organizational levels.
  • Knowledge of purchasing procedures, By-laws, policies and guidelines
  • Knowledge of competitive procurement process.
  • Knowledge of the City's Toronto Water management policies, programs and budget process
  • Ability to represent the Division in a variety of situations.
  • Ability to provide customer service to the public and deal with staff at all levels.
  • Ability to prepare clear and succinct summaries, reports and correspondences for Senior Management, Committees and Council.
  • Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
  • Good judgement and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to take initiative in order to solve problems.
  • Ability to prioritize and work under pressure in a tight contain.
  • Knowledge of municipal and interrelated government legislation, policies and procedures.
  • Understanding of the Construction Act as it applies to this position, and of all applicable by laws and Federal and Provincial Sales Tax Legislation.
  • Ability to prepare and execute legal documents.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

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