Research Analyst

Position Summary

RESEARCH ANALYST

JOB ID: 6762

REGULAR/FULL-TIME

LOCATION: BURNABY, B.C

To be considered for this role, applications MUST be submitted online, by clicking on 'Apply' below.

• Join one of BC’s Top Employers!
• Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance!

BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

THE ORGANIZATION

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership. Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.

Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.

BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. But a job is more than a pay cheque. We also offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they’ve helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians. And while they’re here, employees can take advantage of many opportunities:

• In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees’ current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing.
• Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars.
• Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards.
• Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program!).
• An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.
• Participation in community and charitable events.

** Please note: Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status **

RESEARCH ANALYST:

$69,788.32 - $79,468.49 (Annually)

Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Planning & Reporting, the Research Analyst participates in major analytical and research projects and independently manages smaller-scale research projects. The role provides a variety of research-related responsibilities, such as organizing and coordinating research interviews and focus groups.

CANDIDATE PROFILE:

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, or in a relevant subject field.
• Sound experience with relational databases, data analytics, and data visualization.
• Graphic design is an asset.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Some knowledge of the principles, practices and process of research methodology.
• Some knowledge of social housing and social policy is an asset.
• Extensive knowledge of Excel, Word and Power BI.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop research documents, including literature, and scoping reviews.
• Ability to learn and apply departmental policies and the Commission’s mandate.
• Ability to extract, summarize and analyze data.
• Ability to plan, organize and manage research projects.
• Ability to meet deadlines and to identify key milestones or measures of success.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.