Data and Research Analyst

**Applicants currently employed by the TBDSSAB must complete the Internal Application Form. All other applicants must complete the TBDSSAB External Application Form.**

The District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board (TBDSSAB) is the service system manager for Child Care and Early Years Programs, Community Housing and Homelessness Prevention Initiatives, and manages the delivery of Ontario Works for the District of Thunder Bay. TBDSSAB's vision is to provide quality services within the context of a commitment to social justice and recognition of people’s potential to achieve self-sufficiency.

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**MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES**:
1. Collect and analyze relevant internal and external data and research on issues pertaining to TBDSSAB activities and interests.

2. Compile internal administrative data from a variety of sources to analyze and make recommendations to support of evidence-based decision-making.

4. Research and write evidence-based reports and advocacy papers.

5. Other duties as assigned.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education/Experience**
- University degree with a strong research and statistics component.
- Minimum of three years of directly related experience.

**Skills/Abilities**
- Ability to advise on types of data and research required to facilitate evidence-based decision-making.
- Strong skills in quantitative and qualitative research and evaluation methodologies, including a demonstrated ability to craft research questions, identify appropriate research methodologies, marshal and manipulate quantitative and qualitative data to answer research questions, and provide clear and objective interpretations of data.
- Familiarity with available Provincial and federal funding guidelines; Statistics Canada data, products and services and other related government resources.
- Ability to facilitate meetings, focus groups, and consultations to gather data.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure, establish and negotiate conflicting priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to work both independently and on a team.
- Sound judgment, tact and effective interpersonal skills.
- Ability to foster interdisciplinary collaboration in order to provide expert research and analysis.

**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**:

- Must undergo a successful police records check, Type 2.
- Use of a vehicle may be required.
- Travel may be required.
- May be required to work irregular hours.
- Must maintain confidentiality.

**HOW TO APPLY**:
Human Resources

The District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board

231 May Street South

Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 1B5

Applicants currently employed by the TBDSSAB must complete the Internal Application Form. Application forms are available on our website or are available for pickup at the TBDSSAB location. For more information on employment opportunities at TBDSSAB, please visit our website.

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**:

- Applications received for this position will not be acknowledged unless you are being notified of an interview.
- Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $72,610.37-$85,423.97 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-04-11