Senior Policy Advisor

Effective April 1, 2024 the salary range for this position is $82,217.00 to $121,155.00 per year in compliance with AMAPCEO collective agreement provisions. The new rates, effective retroactive to April 1, 2024, were recently confirmed and dates for implementation of the new salary rates are still to be determined.

Do you have the necessary skills and experience to influence pension policy and retirement savings strategies for Ontarians?

We are seeking a Senior Policy Advisor to join our team and engage in innovative policy development, conduct complex policy analysis and provide well-considered policy advice regarding retirement income security and pension policy, including for pension models such as target benefit pension plans.

The position would primarily involve collaborating to develop pension policy reforms and to support the development of pension regulations and legislation, as well as developing briefing materials, Cabinet submissions and other products to support decision-making on pension policy in Ontario.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role, you will:
• support pension reform and innovation in Ontario by developing policy options and implementing policy initiatives through pension legislation and regulations
• prepare briefing materials and policy recommendations for the Minister of Finance
• support the Ontario Budget process

How do I qualify?

Research and Analytical Skills

• You have demonstrated analytical, research and quantitative skills in developing policy recommendations
• You have demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills applicable to policy development
• You can interpret data to support policy development
• You can research relevant legislation and regulations for Ontario and other jurisdictions to support policy development

Policy Development Expertise

• You have substantial experience with public policy development
• You are familiar with government structure and the policy approvals process
• You can interpret and apply knowledge of Ontario legislation and regulations to develop and implement policy
• You have knowledge of federal and provincial regulations and legislation (including Ontario's Pension Benefits Act) that govern pension plans*

*Note: Knowledge of relevant federal and provincial regulations and legislation is not required to be successful in this competition. This knowledge can be acquired through on-the-job learning.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• You have demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with team members
• You can develop and maintain contacts in the public and private sectors
• You can effectively brief management on complex policy issues
• You have demonstrated the ability to develop well-written and well-organized briefing materials, Cabinet submissions and correspondence on complex or technical policy issues

Project Management and Leadership Skills

• You have demonstrated the ability to manage multiple policy issues at once, anticipate and address potential problems in a policy project, and advance a complex policy project
• You can independently plan and complete complex assignments to meet tight deadlines
• You are able to lead and coordinate work on complex and technical policy issues