RESEARCH TRAINEE

City of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a progressive city as a Research Trainee and contribute to urban planning by conducting field research on employment and land use in Toronto. This role offers the chance to gather vital data that shapes the city's development while working independently and as part of a team. You'll utilize GIS software and a tablet computer to collect and analyze data, ensuring accurate and timely information for policy development. This position not only enhances your research skills but also provides an opportunity to engage with the community and understand the dynamics of urban growth in one of the world's most livable cities. If you are passionate about urban planning and eager to make a difference, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program related to Urban Planning or Geography.
• Experience in collecting and analyzing census and land use data.

Responsibilities

• Gather data from businesses for urban planning research.
• Use GIS software and a tablet for data entry and analysis.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking Skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in Urban Planning

Geography, GIS or Environmental Studies

Tools

GIS Software

Tablet Computer

Windows Environment

Job description

Job ID: 53558

Job Category: Policy, Planning & Research

Division & Section: City Planning, CP Strategic Initiatives Policy & Analysis

Work Location: Metro Hall, 55 John St.

Job Type & Duration: Full-Time, Temporary (4 months)

Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $20.17 - $22.10

Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

Affiliation: L79 Full-time

Number of Positions Open: 26

Posting Period: 10-Feb-2025 to 25-Feb-2025

Job Description

Toronto is Canada’s largest city, the fourth largest in North America, and home to a diverse population of about 3 million people. Consistently ranked one of the world’s most livable cities, we are a global centre for business, finance, arts and culture. Join the award-winning Toronto Public Service as a Research Trainee working on the Toronto Employment Survey within our City Planning Division.

Work for the City Planning Division and help us understand how the City’s economy and land use are changing by doing field research. Use a tablet computer in the field to collect thousands of records of information on employment and land use that we use to plan the City’s future development and the services it offers.

Major Responsibilities

1. Participates in a field survey by gathering data from thousands of business establishments, buildings and properties in the City of Toronto for use in urban planning research and policy development.
2. Independently visits places of employment and other sites in all parts of the City and determines and records various characteristics, e.g. business name; number of employees; land use, employment activity; development and construction characteristics.
3. Collects, enters and maintains data into the employment and land use databases using a tablet computer and GIS software in the field and in the office.
4. Precisely follows procedures and works accurately and efficiently within strict time-frames.
5. Works independently and as a member of a team to complete the assigned tasks.
6. Assists with packing, loading, lifting, moving, delivering and unpacking supplies, displays etc.
7. Assists others with drafting documents, bulletins etc. and data analysis.
8. Answers calls, provides general information, takes messages and directs inquiries to appropriate staff.
9. Assists in general office duties as required.

Key Qualifications

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Currently enrolled in, and having completed, at least one year of a post-secondary educational degree program in Urban Planning or in Geography, GIS or Environmental Studies with an emphasis on urban and/or regional planning.
2. Experience with using computers, preferably in a Windows environment.
3. Experience with collecting and analyzing census and land use data.
4. Experience in working with others and setting priorities to achieve team objectives.

You Must Also Have

1. Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.
2. Strong problem solving, organizational and multi-tasking skills.
3. Ability to work under time constraints and meet deadlines.
4. Ability to collect, maintain, verify, and analyze data.
5. Willingness to travel extensively throughout the City of Toronto and able to work cooperatively in a team environment.
6. Ability to carry a tablet computer with a weight of 2.5 kg for daily field survey work.

Hybrid Work Program

The City of Toronto's Workplace Modernization Program is re-imagining how we work in our workplace. Its vision is to provide flexibility to our employees around how we work and where we work.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve.

Accommodation

The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices.