PlanningEconomic Assistant Employment SurveyField Collection Summer StudentCo-op

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.

AVAILABLE EMPLOYMENT LOCATIONS:Planning Policy and Data - 17250 Yonge Street

COMPENSATION:$17.94 - $28.63 per hour(rate of pay will be determined by position and completed years of post-secondary schooling)

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• If you are NOTenrolled in a co-opprogram you must be currently enrolled in a full-time program for Winter 2026and must be returning to full-time studies forthe Fall 2026term (documentation such as a VOE will be required)
• If you are enrolled in a co-op program you will be required to provide documentation confirming your enrollment.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada as a student (social insurance number required)
• Able to provide appropriate validation based on requirements of position (i.e. Drivers Abstract G or G2class license - if operating a Regional vehiclePolice Check POET)

WHAT YOULL BE DOING

• Conducts Employment Survey activities that includes driving to various businesses within York Region and contacting businesses via phone or other communication tools.
• Inputs employment data to populate survey data gathered.
• Provides support to staff as required.
• Performs quality assurance checks for accuracy of data.
  

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

• Currently enrolled on a full-time basis in a University Degree program in Urban Planning Geography Business Economics or related field.
• Returning to school full time in the fall term.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to organize work set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated approach to working in both a team environment and on an independent basis.
• Detail-oriented approach to accurately collecting and reviewing large datasets.
• Valid Ontario Class G or G2 drivers license free of any demerit points and reliable vehicle for use on corporate business.
• Ability to work outside regular business hours as required. Working hours are weekdays from the core business hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Manager may request with notice that hours be adjusted on occasion to accommodate the varying hours of different business sectors.

HOW TO APPLY:

• Apply byJANUARY 25@ 11:00PM ESTwith your up-to-date resume cover letter and unofficial transcript
• Only applications received accepted
• Please visit more information; if you have any questions or concerns regarding the Summer Student process please contact

We thank all applicants for their interest in York Region; however only qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps in the process.