Data Specialist

Position:  Data Specialist

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Status:  Temporary Full-Time (up to 12 months)

Department:  People Health

Program:  People Services

Role Level:  Professional Group (PG 07) - $33.51 to $41.84 per hour

Site:  Hybrid (Flex-First)

Posted:

Internal Deadline:

Job Description:

Reporting to the Manager, People Health and Wellbeing, the role of the Data Specialist will support the delivery of projects, processes and best practices designed to achieve the goals of People Safety and Support. The Data Specialist will work with a diverse group of internal and external partners to enable coordination, communication and controls in both the management of annual business planning processes and output of deliverables and projects of various size and scope. 

Job Duties and Accountabilities:

• Support strategic plan related to performance and status reporting by gathering, maintaining and interpreting internal data sources;
• Analysis of internal data against external evidence related to the work and strategic plan of the department;
• Effectively interact with all levels of management and staff to carry out project related; tasks of various size and scope on an as-needed basis;
• Engage and communicate with workplace partners/parties at various levels; 
• Organize and interpret data to present to varying leadership levels, organizations and committees;
• Participate in the development of innovative presentations, comprehensive reports, and proposals; 
• Contribute to the day-to-day management of the operational functions of the program;
• Participate in Quality Assurance & SOP reviews, and departmental process improvement initiatives;
• Other duties as assigned and required.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Successful completion of a university degree in a data science, science or health-related discipline with 1-3 years of experience;
• General understanding of the Canadian healthcare system (public and private) and health technologies;
• Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Detail oriented and ability to synthetize data and make deductive decisions;
• High level of proficiency with word-processing, database and spreadsheet software (including, but not limited to, the Microsoft Office suite);
• Experience with electronic medical records and occupational health/disability management software an asset;
• Ability to draw out meaningful business insights by synthetizing information from multiple sources;
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentation skills) for internal/external audiences, as well as strong listening and investigative skills;
• Self-starter who demonstrates a strong capacity for agility and creativity, and does not require detailed direction at all times;
• Robust organization skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced working environment;
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills, work ethic and time-management skills.

Location:

We offer employees, in roles that are conducive to remote work, the flexibility and the right mix of remote and in-office work (approximately 80/20). Acknowledging that the primary works space will be remote work from home, there will be times when onsite presence is appropriate just as there will be times when onsite presence may not be possible. 

The expectation is that remote work locations, as part of the Flex First program, will be in the employee's place of residence, and adhere to all THP policies and procedures, with special consideration towards privacy. Since employees should be available to return to the workplace with 24 hours' notice, remote work outside of the province or country is not acceptable.

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Internal Candidates who believe they possess the necessary qualifications and experience for this position and who have been in their current position for at least six (6) months are encouraged to apply.

Candidates are selected on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications.  Where these factors are relatively equal seniority shall govern providing the successful applicant.

Trillium Health Partners' (THP) is an equal opportunity employer who values the importance of antiracism work and is committed to integrating antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion best practices throughout THP operations, policies and culture. Therefore, we ask that even if you do not see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on this posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We encourage all applicants who are members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Ontario Human Rights Code based on race, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nations, Métis or Inuk/Inuit person to consider this opportunity.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code Trillium Health Partners will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities.  If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

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We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.