Operations Research Analyst - Student

Duration: Beginning of May to end of August 2025

Location: On-site at 8100 Warden Avenue

Job Summary:

To provide administrative and technical support for locates administration, organizing departmental filing, drafting wastewater management reports, organize and analyze department records and other assignments as directed.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide support for utilities locates administration process
• Update the departmental MSDS binders as required
• Update the maintenance plan as required
• Conduct data collection and analysis in support to preparing business cases
• Organize departmental records, digitize as required
• Conduct research for technical subjects as assigned
• Provide administrative support including producing copies, tracking reports, data base management, prepare meeting agenda and minutes and filing, etc.
• Prepare presentation and/report as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Education & Experience:

• Must have completed 1^st year at University or College in Engineering, Chemistry or Environmental Science program
• Knowledge with report writing, process mapping and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a definite asset
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Database design and data analytics
• Proficient in Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office (Knowledge with MS Visio is a plus)
• Skilled in collecting, organizing and managing information
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Detail oriented and self-motivated

Core Behaviours:

• Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
• Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
• Teamwork & Relationship Building: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
• Communication: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
• Accountable & Results Oriented: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
• Management & Leadership: Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example.

The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.

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