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Do you have an interest in public policy development? Do you have demonstrated financial and economic skills? The Education, Justice and Quantitative Management Branch of the Treasury Board Secretariat is offering these interesting opportunities to play a key role supporting the province's fiscal strategy.

What can I expect to do in this role?

You will:

  • participate in fiscal policy support and economic analysis
  • research, analyze and coordinate information, and advise on complex economic, fiscal and related policy issues
  • provide advice on the business planning, estimates and budget process
  • draft documents, and coordinate projects and products such as briefing book materials and tracking reports

Location: Toronto

How do I qualify?

Technical Expertise

  • you have demonstrated knowledge of economic and financial theories, principles and practices
  • you have an understanding of public policy development and decision-making
  • you have an awareness of the government's fiscal and expenditure structure and programs

Communication, Presentation, Negotiation and Interpersonal Skills

  • you can prepare and present various papers, presentations, briefing materials and correspondence
  • you have demonstrated negotiation and interpersonal skills
  • you can build effective working relationships and participate in projects as part of a team

Analytical, Problem-Solving, Research and Computer Skills

  • you have demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, research and organizational skills
  • you are able to research, coordinate and provide input/advice on options on a range of complex economic and fiscal issues
  • you are proficient with database applications and computer software including word processing, spreadsheets and graphics


Salary Range: $60,490 - $84,570 per year

Additional information:

  • 5 Permanent, 7 Queens Park Cr, Toronto, Toronto Region
  • 1 Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 7 Queens Park Cr, Toronto, Toronto Region


Please apply online, only, by Wednesday, June 7, 2017, by visiting www.ontario.ca/careers and entering Job ID 108168 in the Job ID search field. Please follow the instructions to submit your application. Faxes are not being accepted at this time.

If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/ContactUs.aspx to provide your contact information. Recruitment Services staff will contact you within 48 hours. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code.

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Deadline: 
7 Jun 2017
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Location: 
Treasury Board Secretariat
Toronto  Ontario
Canada