Research Analyst - Jobs in Saskatchewan

Job Description

This position will work from one of the following locations: Tisdale, Yorkton, Melville, Preeceville, Weyburn, Estevan, Moosomin, Raymore, Humboldt, Moose Jaw or Davidson.What youll do:

• Reporting to the Manager, Customer Service in the Insurance Unit, this position is responsible for conducting and coordinating field related research, troubleshooting problem yield situations for the Crop Insurance program, and developing and interpreting policy and programs.
• Coordinate and lead field staff in the identification, evaluation and revision to all adjusting procedural changes as well as to the policy and procedure manual.
• Investigate, analyze and recommend changes to policies and procedures identified through field operations.
• Prepare comprehensive reports that outline and interpret the finding of studies for management.
• Provide consultation and field analysis to the Research & Development division on all proposed policy changes to ensure compatibility with standard agriculture and adjusting practices and to ensure acceptability to customers.
• Through analysis, research, and studies make specific recommendations to management and staff on methods of solving problems presented for study or possible solutions.
• Assist in the identification of cause of loss and/or the determination of amount of yield loss in appeals.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders to plan and carry out complex research related to SCIC procedures; including the collection, examination and compilation of data.
• Collaborate with academic, professional, and other jurisdictions authorities concerning problems encountered on studies, their significance, and solutions.

Qualifications:

• To be successful in this position you will need a degree in Agriculture with a minimum of one year experience in analysis and research. Must be eligible for membership in the Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists.
• Extensive knowledge of agriculture including agriculture issues, policies and programs.
• Superior knowledge of statistical methods and their application to agricultural research.
• Strong investigative and analytical skills.
• Superior reading and comprehension skills with the ability to understand complex journal articles with statistical information.
• Knowledge of computers, specifically Microsoft Office.
• A criminal record check is required.
• Should the successful candidate participate in the Crop Insurance or AgriStability Programs, their account must be in good standing.
• A valid driver’s license and a willingness to travel throughout the province.
• Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
• Drivers License

Competencies:

• Service Excellence: Develops and implements practices and programs that will benefit the organization while improving customer satisfaction and customer experience. Champions the organization both internally and externally by modelling exceptional behaviour. Always displays respect, professionalism and dignity in daily interactions.
• Personal Leadership and Development: Acquires skills needed to continually enhance individual contribution. Models integrity and inclusiveness by being open, acting with empathy, sharing resources/knowledge across teams and being respectful of all skills and viewpoints. Seeks out continuous learning opportunities to further develop skills.
• Strategic Thinking: Positions the organization to address or respond to emerging and long-term trends, issues and opportunities. Commits to achieving success at the team and organizational level. Anticipates trends and develops strategies to move the organization forward.
• Decision Making: Considers the interests of various stakeholders when making a decision. Explains the rationale for decisions and how it may impact the workplace. Decisions are aligned with position responsibilities, boundaries and organizational policies and practices.
• Innovation: Seeks opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement. Adapts methodology and ideas quickly for immediate or anticipated changes in the environment. Challenges the status quo when needed and looks for ways to improve internal processes or practices.
• Analytical Thinking: Takes a multidimensional approach to problems or situations by asking questions and analyzing data and concepts to determine how each component is impacted. Makes intelligent assumptions to develop explanations and determine possible steps and options. Identifies and breaks down critical components of complex situations to determine root causes.
• Team Collaboration: Develops relationships by establishing respect, trust, support and understanding. Promotes an inclusive environment by working successfully with a wide range of individuals. Brings forward ideas, solutions and concerns to help the team problem solve and build solutions.
• Building Organizational Community: Actively builds relationships by establishing respect, trust, support and understanding. Works independently, interdependently and participates as a contributing member across work teams. Encourages sharing of resources and knowledge throughout the organization.
• Communication: Responds to audiences needs by modifying the approach, content or format of the communication. Presents constructive feedback or difficult communication in a manner that supports expectations and fosters an open conversation. Strategically builds networks and contacts to support ideas, initiatives and directives.
• Accountability: Seeks and/or provides challenging assignments as learning opportunities. Promotes integrity in others by maintaining consistent values and performance standards. Treats everyone with respect and fairness.
• Performance Management: Makes timely decisions to move work forward; takes responsible risks to improve services and achieve goals. Completes all assigned duties on a consistent basis with energy and drive. Assumes ownership of assigned duties with intentions of generating positive results.
• Planning and Risk Management: Divides objectives into manageable tasks and sets deadlines to keep projects moving forward. Continually adapts priorities and responsibilities in response to changing needs. Organizes and prioritizes work to implement plans.

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