Economic Business Analyst

ABOUT US
Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home making it one of the largest regions in Canada and the fastest growing with a population thats expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography which is comprised of about 1800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities is as beautiful interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER
Consistently named one of Canadas Best Employers by Forbes we offer a collaborative progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace aligned with our vision to create strong caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - Were committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential participate freely in society and live with respect dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

WHAT YOULL BE DOING

• Collects researches and analyses economic business market and demographic data from a variety of sources such as Statistics Canada business databases economic organizations industry resources and media to support regional business retention expansion and attraction activities.
• Monitors the economic environment in a local regional and national context to identify and evaluate trends that may impact economic growth in the Region; gathers information on related issues and analyses relevant data.
• Coordinates the collection analysis and dissemination of business and competitive intelligence from internal and external sources partner organizations and industry media.
• Prepares internal and Committee reports briefing notes background materials and presentations on the local economy and business trends.
• Assists with preparing economic and business fact sheets for use in marketing material.
• Develops and updates internal spreadsheets and databases for the purpose of collecting and analysing business sector and client data; coordinates and monitors data entry.
• Liaises with staff from other Regional Branches and Departments as well as external organizations to disseminate or acquire economic and business data as required.
• Responds to customer and stakeholder information requests and inquiries and resolves concerns or refers to the Manager as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.
  

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a University Degree in Economics Business Administration or related field or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum three (3) years demonstrated experience in market research statistical data analysis and report writing.
• Demonstrated understanding of the economic development environment in the Greater Toronto Area and Ontario as well as relevant business and economic issues and trends.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service communication team work initiative/self management accountability flexibility and adaptability.
• Strong analysis research report writing presentation and communication skills.
• Demonstrated skills in establishing maintaining and producing databases/spreadsheets including current experience with database design data analysis report generation and modifications.
• Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications with proficiency in word processing presentation and proficient in spreadsheet access and database software with ability to utilize specific applications (e.g. spreadsheet pivot tables and charting access data entry interface design etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to interpret financial and statistical data understand economic policy issues and comprehend legislative requirements.
• Ability to travel to off site locations in a timely and efficient manner as required.
• Ability to work outside regular business hours as required.