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JOB SUMMARY

The mandate of the Quality, Epidemiology, Strategy and Technology (QUEST) Service Area is to play an integral role in supporting and informing all public health programming requirements to ensure the application of effective and evidence-informed public health practices, and that Ottawa Public Health (OPH) programs and services are reflective of local population health needs, and implemented through key partnerships and communication/knowledge exchange modalities. Programs and service areas include: Population Health Assessment, Health Equity, Operational and Strategic Planning, Evaluation and Evidence-Informed Decision Making (EIDM), Research, Epidemiology and Surveillance,  Quality Improvement, Knowledge Exchange and Digital Health Strategy and Information Technology Support.

The Knowledge Exchange Specialist is responsible for the initiation, development, implementation, socialization, monitoring and evaluation of the effective use of Evidence and EIDM processes at OPH.  As a Knowledge Exchange Specialist for Evidence, you will be responsible for the initiation, coordination, and support for a renewed Evidence Committee within OPH.  In addition, the Knowledge Exchange Specialist will be responsible for implementing strategic and operational activities for the Research Support Team who facilitate, oversee, monitor, and report on OPH research activities.

Leveraging leadership skills, The Knowledge Exchange Specialist will advance tools and best practices that facilitate evidence generation, EIDM, standard approach to evaluation and applicable knowledge exchange within OPH and between OPH and partners. A key role will be to work collaboratively to build organizational capacity and fulfill the strategic commitment of applying the best available evidence to positively impact our community and improve our work.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Master’s degree in health sciences or a related field. 

Minimum of 3 years of related experience working in the field of knowledge exchange in public health and/or with health care partners.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge exchange methods and best practices
• Evaluation and research methodologies 
• Project management methodologies and new practices
• Local health systems and key partners
• Critical appraisal methodologies
• Experience using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and other software packages
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent written and oral communication
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to influence higher level managers and peers
• Demonstrated initiative and creativity
• Self-starter
• Able to work independently and take direction from various sources
• Demonstrated collegiality and professionalism

Job Summary

The City of Mississauga is looking for dynamic and eager GIS professionals to join our GIS team that is fast establishing itself as leaders in GIS, Data Analytics and 3D Visualization.  We are a data-rich organization and are interested in a candidate who can leverage this data effectively in both 2D and 3D. The successful candidate must enjoy the challenge of utilizing the ESRI platform to conduct GIS analysis, analytics, data collection, data management and visualization that helps staff and the public make better-informed decisions.  The candidate must be well-versed in the use of ESRI products and should have a strong understanding of GIS concepts.  Additionally, they must provide excellence in customer service by identifying the problem, capturing business requirements, applying strong client relationship building techniques, and time management skills to provide effective GIS solutions that meet the needs of the client.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of a Geospatial Solutions Supervisor, the successful candidate will:

• Provide advanced spatial analysis and operational dashboards for the purposes of making calculations and models about space, spatial patterns and spatial relationships using the ESRI suite of products. 
• Creation of web map services and map applications using the ESRI suite of tools to visualize clients’ data and improve their understanding of the data.
• Create 3D representations/scenes of buildings and study areas within the city using ArcGIS Pro and the City’s terrain, planimetric and aerial imagery datasets.
• Coordinate, create and maintain all facets of applicable GIS datasets and processes, including geodatabases and associated database tables, the functional guidance of staff and the creation of applicable documentation including work flows, processes and datasets.
• Employ quality assurance and control practices in the creation and maintenance of spatial data to comply with the City’s spatial data standards.
• Develop relationships and understanding of internal clients’ business needs.
• Document standards, processes, and timelines to build an internal knowledge base, creation and maintenance of metadata, and support transparency in how spatial analysis is conducted. 
• Prepare/issue status reports for clients and supervisors.
• Maintain and build upon expertise with current releases of the ArcGIS Enterprise platform.
• Be an ambassador for a data-driven culture and participate in team training, communications and GIS-related events.   
• Perform other related duties as required, consistent with the classification.

Skills and Qualifications

• Undergraduate Degree and a Certificate or Diploma in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or related discipline.
• Minimum of 3-5 years with ArcGIS Pro and the suite of ESRI products. 
• Experience in the development of 3D models and advanced spatial analysis is a definite asset.
• Experience in either Planning, Public Works, Transportation, Asset Management, Emergency Management and Community Services is a definite asset
• OLS (Ontario Land Surveyor), or GISP, or PMP accreditation is an asset.
• Understanding and experience working with development site plans, design drawings, digital terrain models, LiDAR and aerial imagery.
• Ability to manage time and balance multiple projects or tasks at once is required.
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot technical and data-related issues is essential.
• Proven ability to learn new GIS skills and continuously develop capabilities.
• Customer Service-focused with good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Attention to detail and consistency in maintaining quality standards is important and must respond to deadlines effectively.
• Ability to provide GIS consultation and advice at a professional level.
• The successful candidate must be dynamic and flexible, and able to meet demanding client needs. 

Cintas is seeking a Truck Mechanic Assistant to help manage the safety and efficiency of the location's vehicle fleet. At Cintas, we pride ourselves on the professional appearance and maintenance of our fleet and on providing vehicle safety for our team of Route Drivers. The Truck Mechanic Assistant will move trucks at the facility or vendor. Responsibilities include assisting in providing on-site repair of company vans and gasoline and diesel trucks, to include: oil and fluid changes, tune-ups, state and Department of Transportation compliance inspections and major service repairs.

Skills/Qualifications

Required

Qualified candidates must meet all requirements outlined by Provincial requirements for driving a regulated vehicle weighing more than 10,000 lbs. In order to comply with Provincial requirements, qualified candidates must, prior to their first day of employment:

• Possess a valid driver's license in good standing

Preferred

• High School Diploma/GED
• Availability to start within two weeks after offer made/accepted

Job Summary

This position involves responding to customer inquiries in English/French via telephone and email, inputting handwritten tickets into the system, handling payment processing, and providing administrative assistance to the Parking Enforcement team.

Duties and Responsibilities

The chosen candidate, reporting to the Manager of Office Services, will undertake the following responsibilities:

• Address customer inquiries in English/French via telephone and email concerning parking enforcement services and programs.
• Handle and resolve service requests received through the City’s 311 Call Centre.
• Conduct research and draft written correspondence in English/French regarding parking enforcement matters received by email, mail, or Council offices.
• Input and scan handwritten parking tickets within specified deadlines.
• Process payments by cheque or debit/credit card in adherence to City policies and procedures.
• Compile the department’s payments for the daily deposit, ensuring the accuracy of all deposited amounts.
• Engage in essential administrative cross-training and business continuity practices to uphold Office Services Unit policies, procedures, and services.
• Coordinate registration for the private security officer training program.
• Support and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• College diploma or university degree with 2-5 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of related experience and education is required.
• 2-5 years of exceptional customer service and communication skills essential for resolving issues and educating the public on parking-related matters is required.
• Proficiency in both oral and written French language skills is required.
• Demonstrated ability to accept and reconcile payments via debit and credit, including daily balancing and reconciliation is required.
• Proficiency in using automated cash processing machinery (Point of Sale) is required.
• Typing speed of 60 words per minute with 95% accuracy is required.
• Ability to maintain composure, confidentiality, and perform well under pressure, particularly when dealing with difficult customers.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel); familiarity with Infor software is an asset.
• Knowledge of the City's parking enforcement by-laws and the Provincial Offences Act is advantageous.

Job Summary

Responsible for servicing and maintaining equipment in all City Facilities including but not limited to City Hall, Libraries and Community Centres.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Act as a technical resource on computer technologies for projects with internal/external technical support staff as required.
• Provide application support and provide training as required.
• Analyze support statistics and maintain service standards.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for internal knowledge base
• Accountable for inventory counts which include
• Update monitoring software
• Prioritize and manage workload
• Identify network requirements; meet with clients to clarify project scope.
• Develop plans and schedules for network programming or hardware changes or upgrades
• Perform evaluations on systems and provide supporting documentation
• Plan, consult clients and communicate upgrades and any network service interruption
• Build and strengthen client relationships by using communication channels to provide constructive feedback
• Accountable for inventory counts which includes reconciling, investigating and correcting any inventory discrepancies
• Fix technical issues as they arise during live meetings and events
• Maintain all equipment and PC’s
• Schedule vendors for equipment repairs/replacements
• Make site visits and repair equipment in community centres, libraries and sports facilities across the City of Mississauga
• Analyze if equipment needs to be repaired or replaced

Skills and Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in computer science, network administration, engineering, electronics or related discipline
• Required to travel from various sites across the City of Mississauga
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a relevant field
• Excellent communication, organization and administrative skills with a strong customer focus
• Familiarity with a wide variety of software including Microsoft Windows, Office Suite, Adobe, etc.
• A Criminal Record search acceptable to the City of Mississauga
• May require lifting of supplies/equipment up to 50 lbs. Prolonged exposure to computer keyboards and screens
• Primarily office environment with frequent site visits

JOB SUMMARY

The Financial Services Branch is responsible for the overall delivery of financial services to all City departments, Boards, Commissions and Agencies, ensuring that the financial support requirements and financial processing are delivered in a timely, meaningful manner. Services include budget development and monitoring, financial analysis, project management support, financial reporting both internal and external, financial compliance, financial advice and accounting requirements. The Account Management units develop strategic business partnerships and deliver integrated, seamless, value-added and “one-stop-shop” financial support to their client departments to meet on-going and evolving operational requirements of the assigned lines of business.

You provide financial management information, advice, guidance and reporting to client management and staff, oversee the compilation, submission and monitoring of grant applications, support the client's involvement with cost sharing programs/other revenue producing programs/other agreements, and implement/ensure adherence to sound financial controls.

You also: participate in the preparation and maintenance of clients’ Operating and Capital Budgets; provide support to management for their presentations to various budget review/approval committees; participate in the preparation of monthly/quarterly/annual/ad hoc consolidated financial statements and reports; provide input into policy and best practices reviews/development, improved client services and accounting procedures/systems; participate in Performance Measurement initiatives; coordinate the activities of Financial Officers and other assigned staff; provide audit support; and perform other related duties as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of 4 year university degree in Business, Commerce or related field. Completion of 2 years towards a recognized accounting designation (CPA) is an asset.

Minimum of 5 years of related and progressively responsible experience in financial management, including financial analyses, budgets and accounting.

KNOWLEDGE

• Acquired knowledge of the City organization, financial policies and procedures
• Possess an understanding of the interrelationship between the Clients’ organization/business lines/client base, operational priorities and direction and City operations, processes and reporting activities
• Possess an understanding of corporate information management systems, including those used for financial budgeting, tracking, accounting and reporting
• Possess knowledge of relevant SAP modules and an understanding of maintenance management systems and/or other client software, and their interface with SAP
• Knowledge of financial controls and processes and financial processes relating to contracted work
• Knowledge of relevant special funding programs/grants available to the City from other levels of government
• Processes for budget development and monitoring
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Able to work independently, with minimum supervision, and collaboratively with all staff as part of a team
• Possess organizational skills and flexibility to plan, initiate, organize and prioritize own work and to deal effectively with multiple demands conflicting priorities, pressures, and deadlines
• Able to understand/appreciate the technical complexities and diversities of the work in order to provide financial management support
• Able to provide functional supervision to other assigned employees, scheduling and coordinating work activities and providing instruction/guidance
• Able to research, analyze and evaluate financial/budgetary issues, interpret data, make decisions, develop appropriate solutions and formulate recommendations
• Able to identify financial tracking and reporting requirements and provide user input to systems enhancements
• Able to administer regulations, laws, and financial/administrative policies/procedures
• Able to work collaboratively and to bring conflicting points of view to consensus
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Possess advanced computer literacy in MS Office Suite in a windows environment, including use of intra/internet
• Able to use Corporate SAP modules/system and work with other advanced computer applications or software used by the client group(s) analytical and attentive to detail
• Able to exercise discretion and confidentiality
• Flexible and adaptable to deal with shifting priorities
• Able to demonstrate sound judgement
• Able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy
• Possess initiative and self-motivation
• Possess a strong customer service orientation
• Possess a work record of good attendance and job performance