Policy Researcher - Jobs in Windsor, ON

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Department: Research and DevelopmentWork Type: Remote with potential workplace in Windsor, ON.Job Type: Full-time Contract (14 months with possibility of extension)Shift Information: 35 hours per week. Schedule is flexibleNumber of Positions Open: 2-3Salary: $65,000-$85,000Family Services Windsor-Essex (FSWE) is a non-profit, charitable organization serving Windsor and Essex County. FSWE helps people to restore their ability to choose their own place in the world through counselling and individual support services. FSWE believes that what makes us human is the drive to self-determination. When people lose this drive due to injustices such as trauma, poverty, exclusion, and discrimination, FSWE provides support to build resiliency and restore people’s ability to choose their own place in the world.Project Details:A team of researchers has been successful in securing $2.2 million funding to scale ADUsearch.ca across Canada in the third stage of CMHC’s Housing Supply Challenge. The initial proof of concept was developed in 6 months with $200,000 during stage 2 of the Data-Driven Round, which relied on several partnerships from the Windsor community, particularly between Family Services Windsor-Essex, along with the support from the Windsor Law Centre for Cities and Cross Border Institute at the University of Windsor. The team developed a GIS model to calculate the total buildable area of a residential property based on the setbacks, the lot coverage requirements, and other factors using files from the City of Windsor’s Open Data Portal. Furthermore, a categorization system was developed for these requirements to determine the feasibility on both a lot-by-lot basis, and then at an aggregate level through the ‘Neighborhood View.’ Additionally, users can select various neighborhoods to better understand the relationship of ADU feasibility to socioeconomic data within their local communities in order to generate better policy decisions.The goal of this stage project is to have a fully functioning tool that has the top 102 municipalities (largest by population size and provincial capitals) mapped and categorized based on local municipal bylaws completed, tested, and online by March 31st, 2023.Role Description:Working as a part of a broader project team, the ADU Search Policy Researcher(s) make up a smaller sub team (2-3) who are responsible for a range of policy research related to detached additional dwelling units in municipalities across Canada. This research includes the exploration of municipal by-laws around additional dwelling units in over 100 Canadian Municipalities. In additional the researchers will explore financial and tax modeling methodologies to help assess the impact of these units on property taxes in communities.As a Policy Researcher, your contribution to the team will include:

• Building a national database of zoning bylaws related to additional dwelling units from 100+ municipalities across Canada;
• Conduct research on localization of construction cost to major metro areas and municipalities across Canada;
• Research into property tax implications and model revenue generation based on the jurisdictional specificities;
• Work with Census data to align demographic and socioeconomic indicators with housing indicators to determine financial feasibility of property owners purchasing constructing ADUs;
• Create financial modelling for affordability layers based on the 2021 Census Data;
• Collaborate and contribute to project development and implementation on an ongoing basis;
• One position to have more focus on financial modeling (homeowner costs, property values, construction costs, etc.).

Qualifications and Skills:

• Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Political Science, Economics or related field. A Master’s degree is not required in the case of 3-5 years of direct experience in professional field;
• A self motivated and organized individual who can work independently and as a part of a team to complete key tasks towards project goals;
• Demonstrated research experience with understanding of municipal bylaws and planning rules from across Canada;
• Strong understanding of Statistics Canada Census datasets at a Census Dissemination Area level;
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to analyze, interpret, and present data clearly and effectively;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with evolving timelines and tight time constraints;
• Ability to work in a remote team environment where project elements are initiated, worked on and handed off to different team members through the process;
• Experience in conducting outreach to municipal governments considered an asset;
• Ability to read and speak French considered an asset;
• Understanding of municipal by-laws and zoning across Canada considered an asset;
• Understanding of online mapping software and technology considered an asset;

Family Services Windsor-Essex is an equal opportunity employer, strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community and team. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff including, but not limited to, women, people of colour or members of racialized communities, Indigenous People, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.Does this sound like youPlease forward your cover letter and resume by email to hr@fswe.caWe thank all candidates in advance for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Family Services Windsor-Essex is committed to providing a barrier-free interview process and work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Family Services Windsor-Essex will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process; if you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please let us know if you require accommodation.Quick Apply

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