RESEARCH ANALYST 2
About The Position
Reporting to Supervisor, Operations Coordination within the Operations & Maintenance division of Transportation Services, the primary functions associated with this position include, but are not limited to: Analyzing, researching and preparing reports relating to Operations & Maintenance activities regarding productivity and performance, cost effectiveness and technical operations. Maintaining municipal infrastructure databases and generating maintenance and rehabilitation reports. Assist in the preparation and administration of various contracts including: tender preparations, cost report entries and auditing data entries for contract payments, invoicing, budget tracking and related documentations. Preparation and administration of work orders, permits and service requests as required. Assisting in the preparation and monitoring of section's annual capital and operating budgets. Providing ad hoc reports on asset base cost, unit cost, program costs, and designing custom reports, as required. Compile, analyze, and correlate data and prepare reports and studies for submission to management or council for program area. Researching, developing and preparing programs including but not limited to continuous improvement of roadway services, winter control, fleet requirements, road drainage and sweeping, etc. Researching, establishing and documenting road activity benchmarks, reflecting best practice methods and procedures for performing tasks. Working on a research, development and technical team relative to policies and procedures, planning and development. Assist in preparing, maintaining and updating section's organizational charts, budget, and documents related to staffing replacement approval process etc. Assist with administrative support and operational duties of the section. Monitoring AVL (automatic vehicle location) / GPS programs and creating custom reports for supervisors and senior management. Perform site visits and attend Divisional/District meetings where required.
Requirements
- University or college graduate in Civil Technology/Municipal Infrastructure Transportation/Urban studies or an approved equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience in contract preparation and analysis, record keeping and or progress payments.
- Experience with the SAP Ariba, S/4 Hana, EWMS Maximo or other financial and work management systems.
- Experience with conducting research, statistical analysis and manipulation of data.
- Considerable experience using various software applications, particularly maintaining spreadsheets, databases and maintenance management software such as RACs, Maximo, SAP Ariba, MS Office Suite (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access Outlook etc.).
- Must possess and be able to maintain a valid class "G" Ontario Driver's license and qualify for City's operating permit
- Ability to research, analyze, interpret and present quantitative and qualitative information on municipal maintenance requirements, and prepare reports pertaining to productivity and performance related topics from a variety of sources.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to use various software and applications to develop and maintain spreadsheets and databases, and to create presentations and graphics
- Knowledge of GIS (Geographic Information System) based applications
- Knowledge of municipal road-related legislation, relevant management systems, and related issues and practices.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills, sound judgement and ability to handle matters of a confidential/sensitive nature appropriately.
- Ability to collect municipal infrastructure field data and develop assessment methodologies for future maintenance programming for the Unit.
- Ability to use a variety of technical equipment related to roadway monitoring and GPS/GIS techniques/approaches.
- Ability to leverage strong mathematical and analytical skills to resolve complex problems and consistently deliver accurate, timely results
- Ability to take initiative, perform duties and deliver under minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational skills in organizing workshops, activities, training and meetings.
- Knowledge of the City’s financial policies and procedures
- Able to work beyond normal business hours and weekends, when necessary during emergent events and work in the District Communication Centre i.e. during snow storms/flooding events.
- Knowledge of City Council, Committees and their policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Analyzing, researching and preparing reports relating to Operations & Maintenance activities regarding productivity and performance, cost effectiveness and technical operations
- Maintaining municipal infrastructure databases and generating maintenance and rehabilitation reports
- Assist in the preparation and administration of various contracts including: tender preparations, cost report entries and auditing data entries for contract payments, invoicing, budget tracking and related documentations.
- Preparation and administration of work orders, permits and service requests as required
- Assisting in the preparation and monitoring of section's annual capital and operating budgets
- Providing ad hoc reports on asset base cost, unit cost, program costs, and designing custom reports, as required
- Compile, analyze, and correlate data and prepare reports and studies for submission to management or council for program area
- Researching, developing and preparing programs including but not limited to continuous improvement of roadway services, winter control, fleet requirements, road drainage and sweeping, etc.
- Researching, establishing and documenting road activity benchmarks, reflecting best practice methods and procedures for performing tasks
- Working on a research, development and technical team relative to policies and procedures, planning and development
- Assist in preparing, maintaining and updating section's organizational charts, budget, and documents related to staffing replacement approval process etc.
- Assist with administrative support and operational duties of the section
- Monitoring AVL (automatic vehicle location) / GPS programs and creating custom reports for supervisors and senior management
- Perform site visits and attend Divisional/District meetings where required
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
