Summer Student

**Summer Student - Research Assistant**:

- At Halton Region, we treat everyone with respect, honesty, fairness and trust. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. Halton Region is committed to providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process._
- As a summer student at Halton, you will gain the experience you need to build a bright future by working alongside experts in their field._

**_As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements including flexibility and better work-life balance for our employees. Where the work permits, employees will have the choice to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals. Please note, this position is eligible for our Hybrid Work Program/Work from Home Arrangement._**

**Posting ID**: 1288
**Department**: Social & Community Services
**Division**: Children's Services
**Pay Range**:
1st Term - $16.10

2nd Term - $16.89

3rd Term - $17.75

**Job Type**: Student
**Contract Duration**: May 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
**Hours of Work**: 35 hours per week
**Work Location**: Dorval Drive Office - 690 Dorval Drive, Oakville
**Employee Group**: OCT
**Posting Date**:January 11, 2023
**Application Deadline**: January 18, 2023

**Job Summary**:

- Legally entitled to work in Canada as a student.
- In possession of a Social Insurance Number (card) at time of hire.
- Currently enrolled in a post-secondary educational institution and returning to school on a full-time basis in the Fall of 2023.

**Duties & Responsibilities**:

- Assist in the program evaluation process under the guidance of the Senior Research Advisor.
- Participate in all aspects of the research/policy process including program evaluation, data collection, data analysis, summarizing and reporting on results.
- Produce summarized reports based on information collected.
- Conduct literature searches.
- Participate in community engagement activities
- Participate in other program activities as assigned.

**Skills & Qualifications**:
**Essential**
- Enrolled in a post-secondary program with a focus in Social Services, Public Administration, or Child Development
- Some degree of proficiency in computers in particular Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Strong commitment to learning, research, detail, quality and accuracy.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Work effectively in a team environment.

**Preferred**
- Proven ability to plan and work independently with mínimal supervision.
- Experience with research, program evaluation, data analysis, and analytical writing.

**Working/ Employment Conditions**:
**Working Conditions**
- Flexibility in working hours will be required.

**Employment Conditions**
- In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 - Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
- Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
- Halton Region serves more than 595,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work._ _We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community._