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POLICY DEVELOPMENT OFFICER P&R

Toronto, City of

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About this job

Policy Development Officer in Parks and Recreation's Policy and Strategic Planning Branch responsible for developing evidence-based policies, leading complex multi-stakeholder projects, and conducting research and analysis to support divisional and corporate priorities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and deliver system-level, evidence-based policies, procedures and projects aligned with corporate and divisional priorities
  • Prepare Council reports, briefing notes, policy recommendations and decision-support materials
  • Monitor other orders of government, non-government organizations and research bodies for emerging issues and opportunities
  • Conduct jurisdictional scans, environmental scans and best-practice reviews to inform policy development
  • Lead multi-stakeholder teams on complex research, analysis, consultation and policy development projects without direct authority

Qualifications

  • Post-secondary education in related discipline (social sciences, urban design/planning, public policy/public administration) or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Extensive project management experience stewarding complex initiatives from inception through implementation
  • Considerable experience in strategy development, policy design and using evidence to support policy development
  • Exceptional problem-solving, leadership, negotiation and collaboration skills
  • Political acuity with ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations with diplomacy

At a glance

Full-time, permanent position
Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week
Work location: North York Civic Center, 5100 Yonge Street
Non-union
1 position open

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Experience Level
Mid level
Municipality
Toronto, City of
Province
Ontario

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Posted
October 7, 2026
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Confirmed on the employer's site October 7, 2026
Deadline
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