Strategic Planning Analyst

Job Number: 56137

At the City of Edmonton - Parks and Roads Services, the long-term success of serving our citizens is driven by exceptional employees who exemplify our Cultural Commitments of being Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated, and Excellent. In this role, you will contribute to cultivating our vision and cultural commitments while championing continuous improvement.

This position is dedicated to driving operational efficiency projects within the Parks and Roads Services Branch, leveraging data analytics and storytelling to inform decision-making. The role focuses on managing key initiatives related to fleet management, 311 inquiries, technology management, analytics, and advanced reporting. Additionally, this position supports the development of short, medium, and long-term strategies to enhance branch services. The outcomes of these operational strategies will result in enhanced services for citizens, improved efficiency, and greater effectiveness.

What will you do?

Develop a comprehensive understanding of operational business needs, priorities, and performance metrics to provide data-driven recommendations helping guide operational strategies

Conduct in-depth data analysis of operational practices and research industry trends to identify future challenges and opportunities for operational improvement

Analyze operational data to identify trends, assess needs, and develop recommendations to improve service delivery. Communicates insights and recommendations through data-driven storytelling and visualizations

Ensure the perspectives and needs of Parks and Roads Services management and frontline staff are incorporated into recommendations to support decision-making on operational changes, resource allocation, and process improvements

Advise and collaborate with leadership to guide operational strategies and process optimization, backed by thorough data analysis

Supports the evaluation of operational initiatives related to fleet management, 311 services, and analytics projects, ensuring alignment with branch objectives

Maintain oversight of short and long-term operational projects that align with budget cycles and integrate business planning with overall branch strategies

Working collaboratively with each of the Parks and Roads Services Branch sections to manage the process and projects involving the development, deployment, and integration of projects related to a variety of operational assets/functions

Define the project plans/goals, objectives, and planned deliverables including planning, scheduling, resourcing, risk assessment, cost/benefit analyses, change management, and overall costs under the leadership of the operational area Determine business needs and requirements to align project approaches with operational needs through direction from leadership who provide strategic priorities

Qualifications:

Completion of a University Degree in Business Administration, Data Analytics, Public Administration, Engineering, or a related degree

Certification or coursework/training certification or coursework/training in data analytics and visualization is requiredA minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in a leadership role within a large, complex unionized organization. Experience in strategic operational business planning and analytical experience including research and synthesizing information for decision-making purposes and report preparation is required

Assets:

Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Data Analytics, Public Administration, Engineering Certification or coursework/training in public administration, asset management, project management, continuous improvement, or other leadership training would be an asset

Skills required for success:

Demonstrated…