Project Manager - Research
- York Region District School Board
- Newmarket, ON, Canada
- Jan 07, 2025
Job Description
Job Details
Interested candidates are required to complete the following on-line application to the attention of: T he Recruitment Team. This position is effective February 3, 2025.
We have a lot to offer our employees and here is why you should consider working at YRDSB
1) A great place to live and work
2) Our commitment to Equity, Accommodation, and Accessibility
3) Excellent salary and benefits
Total Rewards Include but are not limited to:
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Defined benefit pension plan
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Short Term Disability Plan
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3 days paid religious holidays
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Summer Hours (Fridays off in July/August) |
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A wide array of Benefits through Trust Plans
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Professional development and career growth, etc. |
Sabbatical and other leaves of absence |
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Participation in Deferred Salary Plan
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Secondment opportunities
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Managers and Support Staff Educational Trust Fund (reimbursement of courses/education related to role) |
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The York Region District School Board (YRDSB) supports a flexible working culture and currently provides the opportunity for employees to work from home in addition to working in the office for some positions. The YRDSB implemented Working From Home Guidelines to facilitate this work option. Please note, this does not apply for school based positions.
In compliance with Board policies and procedures, responsible for the design, implementation and management of research and assessment projects to support system and school-level planning for continuous improvement.Responsible for providing consultative services and professional development to staff at all levels of the organization to support the effective system and school use of data for planning, decision making and policy direction.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To manage all phases of research and assessment projects that support improved student achievement, continuous improvement planning, evaluations of the effectiveness of Board programs and services and other initiatives within Research and Assessment Services.
- To establish and manage project teams consisting of key stakeholders, and coordinate project activities, including the design, implementation and communication of research and evaluation projects.
- To provide research and assessment related consultative services and recommendations to staff at all levels in clarifying their research questions or information needs, and developing appropriate data collection, analysis and reporting methods.
- To collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data from research and evaluation projects, and develop and monitor quality control measures, including performing, summarizing and presenting complex statistical and qualitative data analysis.
- To write research proposals, literature review, and reports of research and evaluation studies, and present research findings to a variety of audiences, internal and external.
- To provide education and support to staff and stakeholders in the utilization and application of project results, including implications for policy direction.
- To design and develop innovative web-based materials and other resources to support the effective system and school use of research information and data for planning and decision making.
- To consult with staff at all levels regarding their learning needs, and design and deliver professional development that focuses on building the capacity of staff at all levels to understand and use data for school, department and system planning and decision-making.
- To chair, facilitate and/or represent Research and Assessment Services on selected committees related to continuous improvement planning processes, research and assessment projects, and other system, department or school priorities and initiatives.
- To support the External Research Review process and monitor the activities of external researchers to ensure responsiveness to school concerns and priorities for students, as well as compliance with ethical standards and FOIPOP legislation.
- To collaborate with professional organizations and the Ministry of Education, as required, to ensure that the Board has input into, and access to timely information about issues of provincial and local concern.
- To design, lead, and implement outcomes of consultation with internal and external stakeholders including subject matter experts, staff at all levels of the Board, and community members in support of research and assessment projects.
- To apply Data Visualization techniques to presentations and reports to support communication of research findings to a variety of audiences.
- To keep abreast of current educational research and evaluation methods and educational trends to ensure that the Board’s research and assessment activities to provide up-to-date and relevant information for planning and decision making.
- To perform other duties as assigned.
LINE OF RESPONSIBILITY:
Responsible to the Manager, Research and Assessment Services.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- A Master’s degree in education or a relevant social sciences discipline, including graduate level training in research methods and statistics or equivalent as approved by the Board.
- A minimum of five years in conducting educational research and evaluation projects or related experience in a school board setting is required.
- Excellent knowledge of research methods and survey design, as well as qualitative and quantitative data analysis methods is required.
- Experience in using a variety of software applications for preparing reports, database management and statistical analysis is required (e.g. SPSS, Power BI, R, SQL, Python, Qualtrics, Access, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Excellent time management, oral and written communication and presentation skills are required.
- Strong leadership skills in collaboration and teamwork are required. Ability to deal effectively with a variety of individuals and groups both within and outside the Board is required.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
The York Region District School Board (YRDSB) believes in giving each and every applicant an equal opportunity to succeed on their own merit and we strive to hire staff that reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of students and communities. We remain committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. We know that diversity underpins excellence, and that we all share responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive Board-community.
Therefore, in pursuit of the Board’s values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across the organizational hierarchy in actualizing the Board’s priorities, goals and principles outlined in the Director’s Action Plan. Candidates who have strong racial literacy practices and a commitment to dismantling anti-racism, anti-oppression, and creating identity-affirming spaces, in order to intentionally disrupt racist and hateful acts.
We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to sovereignty, equity, including, but not limited to:
- First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
- African, Black and Black Caribbean peoples (in alignment with Anti-Black Racism Strategy);
- South Asian, East Asian, Southeast Asian, Middle East/West Asian, Latino/Hispanic (in alignment with YRDSB Workforce Census to address disproportionalities identified).
- members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
- persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
- persons who identify as women; and
- persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.
At YRDSB, we recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in the communities that we serve.
Accessibility and Accommodation Statement
We also recognize the duty to accommodate and foster a culture of inclusion. Consistent with the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, we will make any appropriate accommodation based on any of the protected grounds in the Human Rights Code to support candidate participation in the hiring process. When contacted, candidates will be provided with an overview of the various elements of the hiring process, such as skills assessments, written practicum, presentation, interview, etc. If an accommodation is required, requests can be made in advance of any stage of the recruitment process. All information received relating to a candidate’s required accommodation will be addressed confidentially by the Recruitment and Retention Team. Please make this request to careers@yrdsb.ca or a member of the Recruitment Team. If this position is a school based LTO/Contract Teaching position, please email the Principal directly to request the accommodation to be made at the school in collaboration with Human Resource Services, Disability Management Team.
Important Note for YRDSB Employees: If you have a current accommodation in place through Disability Management, please inform your Disability Management Case Manager to ensure that your accommodation needs can be met in the new role that you are pursuing. If invited to participate in the hiring process, and you are unable to perform the essential/bona fide requirements (e.g. physical, cognitive requirements), please notify the Recruitment Team by emailing careers@yrdsb.ca to review next steps (in the email please reference the job title you are applying to).
Important Information for CUPE 1734 Members:
LA.11.7 Those twelve (12) month employees filling vacancies as a result of their applying to a job posting are to remain twelve (12) months at their position. Ten (10) month employees are to remain in their position until the end of the school year. This requirement can be waived with permission from the Superintendent responsible for Human Resource Services. This does not prevent employees from applying for a position or from applying for a promotion during the twelve (12) month period.
As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to submit a current original Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) from the police jurisdiction in which they resideprior to commencing employment with the Board. The PVSC documents are only valid if issued within the last six months. Candidates are not advised to obtain this document prior to an offer of employment. Should you go through the PVSC process, it is the candidates responsibility to provide the results to the Board upon instruction.
Online applications are collected centrally at the Education Centre - Aurora and are monitored by Human Resource Services. All applications will be screened based on the required education, experience and qualifications as noted in the posting and job description and as reflected in the application. Only those candidates meeting these criteria will be eligible to participate in the selection process and only qualified candidates will be contacted.
The personnel file of all internal applicants will be reviewed as part of the selection process.
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Serving the nine municipalities in the Regional Municipality of York, we are the third largest school district in Ontario. Our students consistently perform above average in provincial testing and the Board is among the top achievers in Ontario.
Quick Facts:
- Over 130,000 students
- Kindergarten through grade 12
- More than 210 elementary and secondary schools
- More than 13,000 staff members
York Region is known for its cultural diversity, which is reflected in our student population. YRDSB offers a wide range of programs and services to meet the needs of our diverse community. We are committed to promoting equity and inclusivity in all of our schools, with policies and initiatives aimed at supporting all students, including those from marginalized groups.
We believe that every student can learn and succeed. Our dedicated and professional staff work hard to create safe, inclusive and caring environments that enable all of our students to thrive. We offer a range of learning opportunities that enable our students to develop their skills and knowledge, explore their interests, and reach their full potential. Join our team!
