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 that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 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 Canada’s 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 - We’re 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.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are currently filling two distinct roles under this posting
Policy and Legislation Focus - This position is responsible for shaping how the Region responds to growth through effective policy development and legislative interpretation/ responses. You will analyze provincial legislation, federal programs, conduct policy research, and develop recommendations related to development charges and how growth infrastructure is funded in a fiscally sustainable way. This role also involves preparing briefing notes to senior managements, Council reports/memoranda and presentations, and ensuring that complex policy and legislative considerations are clearly communicated to support strategic decision-making.
Technical and Data Focus - This position is responsible for financial analysis, modeling, and forecasting to support development charge calculations, collections and long-term financial planning. You will develop and maintain complex financial models, analyze growth and revenue trends, and assess the financial impact of development across the Region. The role requires strong quantitative skills (e.g., Excel, Excel VBA) and the ability to translate data into meaningful insights to support evidence-based decision-making. It also requires the ability to take the data and insights and develop briefings and presentations to the senior management team.
Together, these roles ensure that both policy direction and financial analysis are aligned to support informed, evidence-based decision-making across the organization. These roles will help ensure fiscally sustainable growth in the Region.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Develop and present policy recommendations related to development charges, growth management, and potential new revenue sources.
- Provide advice on capital budget envelopes and development charge funding allocations for the annual corporate budget.
- Respond to inquiries and resolve issues from internal and external stakeholders.
- Participate in committees, work groups, and special projects as assigned.
- Ensure all work aligns with legislative requirements, corporate standards, and customer service expectations.
- Leads the preparation of Development Charge background Studies and the Regional and area-specific Development Charge Bylaw (updates and/or amendments) including working with internal and external stakeholder, as required.
- Develops recommendations for submission to Council regarding development charge related policies, the financial impact of growth, treatment of development charges by the Region and potential new revenue sources for the Region.
- Working with the Manager, develops recommendations regarding growth management regulations and implementation by providing research and analytical support.
- Conducts policy research and reviews regarding population and economic factors and their impact on revenues. infrastructure needs and the Region’s finances.
- Lead and participate in extensive stakeholder management.
- Develops, maintains and ensures the accuracy of complex financial models used to support the development charge rate calculation and the long-term financial forecasts used in the Development Charge Background Studies including any proposed changes to the Bylaw, as well as the Region’s Debt Management Plan.
- Develop robust methodologies to forecast short and long-term development charge collections, residential and non-residential growth within the Region and estimate the financial impact of growth, including modelling the impact of potential changes in provincial legislation and/or Regional policies.
- Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Mathematics, Finance, Economics, Public Policy, or a related field of study, or an approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum five (5) years related experience in a large multi-divisional organization including experience in policy development, financial or other analysis, and forecasting as well as project management.
- Demonstrated ability to write and present analytical reports, identify issues, interpret data, and make informed policy recommendations.
- Proficiency in analyzing, designing, and developing financial models, utilizing a variety of analytical tools and statistical software.
- Knowledge of development charges, municipal revenue sources as well as a demonstrated ability to interpret and explain key municipal-related provincial statutes and regulations such as the Municipal Act, the Development Charges Act,
- Knowledge of accounting and economics principles.
- Demonstrated ability in the Region’s leadership/and core competencies.