Data and Digital Associate - New Graduate

ABOUT US
Almost 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.

Launch Your Career with Purpose: Join Our Data Transformation Team!

Are you a recent grad ready to make an impact? Our New Graduate Program is your chance to grow your career while contributing to meaningful work that benefits our community.

Over 9 months, you’ll rotate through projects in our Data team—gaining hands-on experience, building your skills, and exploring your interests. As a forward-thinking government organization, we’re embracing digital transformation and data innovation to improve how we serve our region.

Why Join Us?

• Work on real projects that make a difference
• Learn from experienced mentors
• Share your ideas and shape the future
• Grow in a supportive, inclusive environment

Your Pathway

Data Associate
Experience multiple roles contributing to the data life cycle, including:

• Data literacy, governance
• Data architecture and management
• Data access and reporting solutions
• Data analytics, visualization and storytelling
• Exposure to: Enterprise GIS, Business Intelligence, and Advanced Analytics platforms

Ready to build a better future? We want to hear from you!

Please note that York Region values both flexibility and collaboration. This role follows a hybrid model, based out of our head office in Newmarket, offering the best of both worlds—working remotely and connecting in person to foster teamwork and innovation.

ABOUT THE ROLE
To support data initiatives under the guidance of experienced practitioners, gaining hands-on experience in analytics, digital transformation, and customer experience, and foster the development of technical, analytical, and strategic skills while contributing to the Region’s digital and data-driven goals

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Support priority digital transformation projects in various capacities including enterprise data management.
• Review, research, and process service requests in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and reports any findings of significance.
• Conducts background research and collects information on various trends and innovations, initiatives, issues, preliminary analyses, reports, and components of briefings or presentations.
• Support administrative tasks related to program operations.
• Interacts with clients, project teams, colleagues and supervisor to deliver service requests, exchange information, discuss support requirements.
• Provides input and recommendations based on data analysis and digital performance metrics to generate reports and visualizations.
• Participate in user testing, feedback collection, and continuous improvement of digital services.
• Develops awareness of regional departmental objectives, priorities and operating context through professional development activities and work assignments.
• Ensures that services provided meet Regional customer service standards.
• Participates on committees, work groups, and projects, as assigned.
• Manages information in accordance with legislation and corporate standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a university degree or advanced equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Geographic Information Systems or related field, and has graduated within the last two years.
• A minimum of less than one year of student experience within the past two years is required; additional experience may be considered.
• Strong academic performance and demonstrated record of community involvement/leadership.
• Demonstrated experience with Data Systems.
• Working knowledge of data principles, digital service design, and user experience best practices.
• Working knowledge of related practices including legislation, best practices, and planning.
• Working knowledge of data functions and processes and related regional practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, diplomacy and organizational skills and ability to communicate with tact to individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to exercise discretion and judgement when handling confidential and sensitive controversial information.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to multitask and work in fast paced environment with multiple and competing deadlines.
• Demonstrated analytical, mathematical and research skills to analyze trends and data.
• Demonstrated research, writing, editing and presentation skills.