Research Analyst

RESEARCH ANALYST
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,

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

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

School Board.**

Application packages will no longer be accepted

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

prohibited grounds under the Code.

Guided by the

principles of dignity, individualization and in