Housing Coordinator/ Analyst (Temporary, up to 3 years)

at  The City of Guelph

Why Guelph:
When you join the City of Guelph, you join a team of over 2000 employees who deliver services the community relies on every day. Together, we are bringing to life Guelph’s vision of an inclusive, connected, and prosperous city where we look after each other and our environment. As a single tier municipality, we offer a variety of occupations and career specialties within our organization. Guided by the goals and objectives of the Future Guelph: Strategic Plan and committed to the Corporate Values of integrity, service, inclusion, wellness and learning, the candidate will aid in the achievement of the Community Vision for an inclusive, connected, prosperous city.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Considerable experience related to the duties listed above, normally acquired through a degree in Public Administration or Urban and Regional Planning or closely related field and 2 – 3 years planning experience which includes research, project monitoring and administration preferably within a municipal environment. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Ability to perform statistical analysis, data management, research, evaluation and policy development.
• Knowledge and skills in the application and interpretation of legislation including the Planning Act, and other relevant legislation, policies and guidelines.
• Excellent dispute resolution and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both team situations and with minimal supervision.
• Ability to provide a solution oriented, customer service approach using good judgement, creativity, strategic thinking and effective communication.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, stakeholders and the general public.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a demanding environment.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Experience with policy planning analysis, reviews and amendments is considered an asset.

• Conduct research, draft policy and prepare reports in support of housing projects and reviews.
• Manage data collection, monitoring and dissemination of information
• Track progress and report on deliverables of projects that support the Housing Accelerator work
• Prepare and ensure that documents comply with deliverables of the funding agreement including financial reporting and status of housing supply delivery
• Support project management by documenting project activities and providing administration for meetings
• Research, compile and analyze data, including census statistics, to support policy and program delivery
• Manage data collection, monitoring and dissemination of planning information
• Participate in and prepare materials for internal and external public and stakeholder consultation including public meetings and workshops.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.