Statistical and Research Coordinator / Senior Statistical and Research Analyst / Decision Support Lead

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Apply By: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Statistical and Research Coordinator / Senior Statistical and Research Analyst / Decision Support Lead

Job ID:

243577

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Education

Division:

Strategic Policy & Planning Division

City:

Toronto

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

1 Permanent, 2 Temporary - up to 18 months

Job code:

6A007 - Policy06, 6A008 - ProgPlanEval06

Salary:

$86,379.00 - $127,288.00 Per year

Are you looking for a challenging, multifaceted position that involves working with the largest data holdings in the Ministry of Education? If so, consider this exciting opportunity in the Education Analytics Branch!

The Statistical Modelling and Trending Unit and the Dissemination and Reporting Unit are looking for performance-driven and innovative professionals to bring their proven expertise in statistical analysis, project management, and communication to the following available positions:

• Statistical Research Coordinator: 1 Permanent
• Senior Statistical and Research Analyst: 1 Temporary Assignment
• Decision Support Lead: 1 Temporary Assignment

We are seeking diverse candidates who enjoy working in an inclusive, collaborative, and high-paced environment to help deliver on ministry commitments and priorities.

The Branch

The Education Analytics Branch (EAB) supports the analysis and dissemination of data by developing reports and tools for public, school board and ministry use to inform policy development, instructional practice, and system management. EAB works with ministry-wide stakeholders to broaden the use of analytics in the ministry and is the central point of contact for other jurisdictions concerning education statistics.

About the job

You will:

• Provide strategic advice, evaluation and recommendations to senior management on a range of statistical analysis, educational issues and data
• Provide project leadership, coaching and guidance to staff
• Develop, prepare and present reports, analysis and briefing materials for senior management and stakeholders
• Conduct in-depth analysis of data to meet ministry requirements.
• Plan and lead complex research studies to address issues, inform ministry policy and program development

Want to learn more? Join our information session.

On Tuesday April 28th at 1:30pm the hiring managers will host an Information session. PLEASE REGISTER HERE to find out more about the job, the team and what it is like working at the Ministry of Education. You are welcome to participate anonymously.

**Attendance at the session is optional and will have no impact on hiring decisions.

What you bring to the team

Research, Analysis and Project Management Skills

• You have knowledge of research and statistical analysis techniques and methodologies to analyze large and complex data and interpret results.
• You have demonstrated strong technical skills to assess analytical needs, anticipate complex issues and develop options and recommendations.
• You have project management skills and experience to plan and lead analytical projects and provide guidance to project teams.

Communication, Consultation and Facilitation Skills

• You have effective oral and written communication skills to present complex information to non-technical users in a clear manner and to prepare reports and briefing materials to represent the ministry in working groups.
• You have consultation and facilitation skills to provide leadership and expert advice to senior management, other ministries and stakeholders to support policy initiatives.
• You have advisory and negotiation skills to work cooperatively with stakeholders and team members and provide advice to meet business needs.

Technical Expertise

• You have knowledge of and experience with statistical theory and analytical techniques.
• You have knowledge of data modelling principles, methods, and applications.
• You have experience in working with large databases.
• You have experience using standard software programs, statistical software (e.g. SAS) and data processing products and services to conduct data management and analysis.

Program Knowledge

• You can acquire knowledge of the mandates, programs, policy directions and business trends of the Ministry of Education and the Ontario education system.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

Additional information:

Apply by:

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Position details:

• 1 English Permanent - Full Time, 777 Bay St, Toronto, Toronto Region
• 2 English Temporary, duration up to 18 months, 777 Bay St, Toronto, Toronto Region

Compensation group:

Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario

Work hours:

Schedule 6

Category:

Policy and Analysis

Posted on:

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Note:

• The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
• C-EU-243577/26(3)

How to apply

• You must apply online.
• Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
• Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
• Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
• OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
• If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Language requirements and assessment:

All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:

Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.

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