Planning Analyst,Office of Institutional Planning and Analysis

Laurentian University/Université Laurentienne; Northeastern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian university seeks a Planning Analyst for the Office of Institutional Planning and Analysis. This full-time role entails managing survey data, supporting internal stakeholders, and ensuring public accountability through analysis and reporting. Candidates should have an undergraduate degree and relevant experience. Fluency in both English and French is preferred. The position offers a salary of CAD 65,948 - CAD 82,213 per year, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental coverage, pension plan, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Tuition exemption program

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Fluency in both English and French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support analysis for public accountability requirements.
• Manage survey administration and data analysis.
• Develop materials for institutional planning.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Planning skills

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate degree in a relevant field

Tools

Tableau

Job description

Reference Number: 25-79-A

Position Number: AP1097

Job Title: Planning Analyst, Office of Institutional Planning and Analysis

Group: LUAPS

Department: Office of Institutional Planning and Analysis

Salary: $65,948 - $ 82,213 per year

Full-Time Term Appointment until May 2027

About Laurentian University

Located in Greater Sudbury, the central hub for health care, government, education, financial and business services, mining, as well as retail for northern Ontario, Laurentian University offers an outstanding life and career experience at the heart of a welcoming community. What’s more, it provides the opportunity to pursue a balanced lifestyle while enjoying all of the amenities of a mid-size city. Short commutes, hundreds of lakes, waterways and nature trails, a myriad of recreational, artistic, cultural and entertainment opportunities, all combine to make this an idyllic setting to grow and thrive. Offered on the university’s beautiful campus as well as remotely, Laurentian’s broad range of programs has garnered top distinction by leading in graduate employment outcomes for more than a decade*. This is your opportunity to join our team in a supportive, bilingual environment and contribute to our students’ success, as well as your own. The University’s diverse community and its focused efforts on its tricultural mandate which embraces francophone and Indigenous cultures, deeply enrich the experience

you can expect.

Along with a competitive salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive compensation package which includes:

● employer-paid health and dental benefits

● defined benefit pension plan

● competitive annual paid vacation leave

● flexible or alternative work schedule, including summer hours and an annual employer-paid

winter break

● professional development opportunities

● tuition exemption program

● employee and family assistance program

● supportive family-related flexibility and leave programs

● access to a wide array of fitness and recreational amenities

*Ministry of Colleges and Universities KPI data.

At Laurentian, you’ll discover a tight-knit community of like-minded individuals striving for excellence,and working towards common goals. Expect to find the right fit for your dream career, and supportive colleagues awaiting your arrival. Laurentian University is an inclusive and welcoming community and encourages applications from members of equity-seeking groups including Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ persons.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Institutional Planning, the Planning Analyst will be responsible for

supporting the analysis and related needs for public accountability requirements for the office, support regular and ad-hoc reporting for internal stakeholders, and will take the lead on the administration, implementation, analysis and dissemination of results related to institutional surveys. The Planning analyst will be the lead in fulfilling internal stakeholder support like Tableau Training, accreditation and various quality assurance requirements like the Institutional Quality Assurance Program (IQAP). This position will support and may lead special projects, as required or requested, in support of institutional priorities and decisions that are data and information intensive. They will supply data, information, and analysis as necessary.

SURVEY SUPPORT AND ADMINISTRATION

• Provide comprehensive survey support for all administrative surveys at the institution including but not limited to the Ontario University Graduates Survey (OUGS), National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE), Canadian Graduate and Professional Student Survey (CGPSS), etc. This will include the support of pre-survey administration, population file creation, survey launch and response rate tracking;
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure good survey administration, including registration, purchase and budget allocation, marketing, communication, survey design consultation and dissemination of results; and
• Upon receipt of survey results, ensure data management of survey results, uphold confidentiality and data retention best practices provide analysis and creation of communication material to deliver to internal stakeholders.

PUBLIC ACCOUNTABILITY SUPPORT

• Collect, verify, interpret and analyze data related to both public accountability, internal and external performance metrics and benchmarking as required. This will include such areas as Strategic Mandate Agreements (SMA3 and 4), Statistics Canada reporting on tuition and Full-time Faculty and other areas;
• Assist with data collection, analysis and internal reporting for external publication requirements; and
• Provides support for confidential and data sensitive analysis including transfer agreement calculations, labor bargaining and other Institutional reporting.

COMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION DISSEMINATION

• Development and refinement of Institutional Planning materials to help support the dissemination and translation of data and trends into actionable data and insights;
• Create visualizations to display data in a simplified manner for a better understanding and to create impactful messaging with the information; and
• Creation of the annual Institutional Planning Enrolment Report.

ACCREDITATION AND QUALITY ASSURANCE DATA SUPPORT

• Provide data and analysis for accreditation processes at the institution as requested;
• Provide required data for academic units completing their Institutional Quality Assurance Program (IQAP) processes as requested; and
• Development of a standard template to provide stakeholders with data for accreditation and IQAP to help streamline work efficiencies in the IPO.

STAKEHOLDER AND OFFICE SUPPORT

• Participate in Council of Ontario University Planning and Analysis (CUPA)
• Survey committee (and others as required) to provide and receive sector updates on surveys being done throughout the sector;
• Provide ad‐hoc training and support for Laurentian Tableau Users; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• University – Undergraduate degree in a relevant field;
• 1-3 years of relevant experience;
• Demonstrate the ability to handle sensitive information with high level of confidentiality and discretion;
• Have well‐developed problem‐solving skills and strong planning skills;
• Demonstrate a high attention to detail and accuracy;
• Ability to work fluently (verbal and written) in both official languages, French and English, is preferred but not required.

The official University hours of operation shall be from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, during, and including, the months from September to April, and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m Monday through Friday during and including May to August., amounting to thirty-three and three-quarter (33.75) hours per week.

Laurentian University has adopted a formal Policy on Flexible Work Arrangements, which supports

remote work plans based on operational considerations. At Laurentian University, we recognize that work-life balance is essential for both personal well-being and professional success. Our policy offers employees some flexibility to better balance personal needs while maintaining effective service delivery.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the job incumbent. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Laurentian University is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to maintaining a fair and

equitable work environment. All of our employees and job applicants will be employed solely on the basis of their abilities and qualifications and following the applicable collective agreements where required.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an

interview will be contacted. If contacted and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources and Organizational Development Department. Laurentian University is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free experience to applicants with accessibility needs. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources and Organizational Development Office at [e-mail] for more information.

Please note that candidates invited for an interview will be required to submit three professional references.