Supervisor, Policy & Research

Position Title: Supervisor, Policy & Research

Position Type: Full time - Permanent

Location: Mississauga, ON

Job Grade: 6

Salary Range: $73,372 - $106,304 / year

Hours of work: 36.25 hr/week

Reporting to: Manager, Policy & Research

This Posting is Applicable to: Internal & External Applicants

Skilled Trades Ontario is a Crown agency responsible for skilled trades certification in Ontario, which includes:

Establishing apprenticeship programs, including training standards, curriculum standards and certification exams

Assessing experience and qualifications of individuals who have not completed an apprenticeship program in Ontario

Issuing Certificates of Qualification in all trades with certifying exams

Renewing Certificates of Qualification in compulsory trades

Maintaining a Public Register of people authorized to work in compulsory trades

Conducting research in relation to apprenticeship and the trades

Skilled Trades Ontario (STO) is currently seeking a Supervisor, Policy and Research reporting to the Manager of the Policy and Research Department at Skilled Trades Ontario (STO). This role provides leadership and supervision to professional staff involved in policy projects and research analysis, drives the implementation of strategic initiatives to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of policy development processes all the while fostering a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing across departments to leverage collective expertise and resources.

Responsibilities:

Oversee and Conduct policy research, analyze legislation and regulations, and draft policy briefs and reports

Conduct stakeholder engagements, including consulting with industry experts, advisory bodies, and government officials

Lead and coordinate policy projects, including conceptualization, development, and evaluation of policies and strategies impacting STO's goals

Develop statistical analyses and scenarios for assessing industry programs impact on STO policy positions and strategies

Provide support and guidance to project teams in policy development, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and effectively

Maintain and develop business relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including government officials and external organizations

Provide policy advice and expertise across STO to ensure consistent interpretation and application of legislation and regulations

Emphasize the exercise of judgment in planning projects, analyzing economic and policy issues, and evaluating their impact on STO's goals

Guides draft documents through the approval process

Partners with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) and other Ministries as required to implement policies throughout Ontario

Prepares documentation for STO’s senior management approval

Authorizes all team staff time sheets, including requests for time off (vacations, sick days), overtime hours and other time reporting items

Conducts coaching conversations and provides regular feedback to staff towards performance reviews

Qualifications:

Degree in Policy, Public Governance, or related disciplines such as Political Science or equivalent combination of post-secondary education and experience

Supervisory skills to direct the work and oversee human resources aspects such as talent management/recruitment planning activities and performance reviews

Project Management certification is an asset

Policy experience in a similar position

Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

Experience with different types of databases and analytics software (e.g., enterprise case management, Power BI) is an asset

Previous experience working in a public sector unionized environment is an asset

Knowledge of:

Trade-specific regulations and policies to provide information, analysis, and interpretation to stakeholders

Proficiency in policy analysis, research methodologies, and strategic planning

Project management techniques and methods to manage a number of concurrent project initiatives

Ontario’s apprenticeship system to oversee the design, establishment and maintenance of policies associated with the apprenticeship program

Other provinces/territories apprenticeship programs and how each interacts with Ontario and the Red Seal Program

Policy development methods and processes within a regulatory environment including evidence-based research to manage and provide leadership in the formulation and implementation of policies critical to the strategy and goals of STO

Research methodologies and techniques to manage the implementation of the research strategy

Consultation methods and best practices to develop and implement a consultation strategy for policy consultations, partnerships and business relationships with key internal and external stakeholders

Data analysis and database development to lead the development of a statistical database on the labour market

Skills include:

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to build consensus and present advice and recommendations to staff, management, and external stakeholders

Decision-making ability, judgment, and problem-solving skills

Organizational and time management skills

Ability to practice sound judgment daily

Strong management and counselling skills

Strong project management experience and training with the ability to delegate tasks and competing priorities

*Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those whose skills, knowledge, and experience most closely match the requirements of the position.

Skilled Trades Ontario embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Skilled Trades Ontario’s Accommodation Policy, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known to Skilled Trades Ontario. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

Skilled Trades Ontario is an equal opportunity employer.