Position: Information Management Coordinator - Data Modelling and Analytics 

Division: Strategy and Transformation 

Department: Information Technology

Term: 1 Temporary position available for approximately 24 months.

Closing Date: 11/12/2024 

Labour Group: SCMMA 

Posting:  3727 

Job Summary

This position consults with relevant divisions in the Corporation to identify potential solutions for business problems, establish project priorities and recommend strategies for implementation and integration of projects, specific to the areas of Data Modelling and Analytics

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Consults with relevant divisions to determine Corporate information needs and system requirements, and plays a key role in managing relationships with the divisions, including advising other divisions on available IT services and solutions.
  • Provides advice and consultation to other divisions regarding gathering business requirements and preparing departmental computing plans, project prioritisation and the maintenance of the Corporate Long-Range Systems Plan, including design of data pipelines and ingestion, documenting data definitions, business rules, data relationships, data flows, and translating them into data models.  
  • Recruits, directs, supervises, trains, and evaluates performance of assigned staff in designing and maintaining conceptual, logical, and physical data models, designing and implementing data mapping and models that defines how data is stored, processed, and assessed with Corporate Data Warehouse (CDW).
  • Conducts feasibility studies and recommends alternatives; identifies system requirements for implementation; and develops a statement-of-requirements document.
  • Reviews the potential of information systems projects and provides consultation regarding the development of systems, roadmap, and technology advancement in the areas of data modelling and  analytics.
  • Supports the lifecycle of a project from developing business case, initiates, plans and controls projects, and prepare forecasts of short- and long-term projects, including development of master data management and quality standards, migration of data from legacy to new solutions, development and management of data catalog, and data stewardship model.
  • Plans and manages studies to identify productivity improvements through effective management techniques and tools.
  • Obtains consensus on the priority of projects; recommends the resources to meet goals; and oversees the implementation of projects.
  • Maintains current knowledge of technological advancements as they pertain to departmental and corporate requirements.
  • Assists with planning and managing the maintenance and revision of Corporate information systems, capability and practice, standards, procedures, architecture, framework, and the use of new methods in the area of data modelling and analytics.
  • Assists with the integration of data within the Corporation, including performing data profiling to understand data quality and usage patterns.  
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
     

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements

  • Degree in computer science, commerce, business administration or related discipline.
  • Seven to nine years’ experience in information services, data modelling, and analytics, including three years' experience as a Systems Analyst.

 

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

  • Thorough knowledge of information processing hardware and software, including knowledge of current innovations.
  • Thorough knowledge of the principles of organization, management and administration.
  • Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative and to work independently.
  • Ability to analyze diverse systems.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, including the ability to prepare and present presentations of a specialized nature.
  • Demonstrated project management skills.
  • Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to relate with all levels of the organization and external contacts.

Requires Security Check

Acceptable current Criminal Record Check (CRC) upon offer of employment.

Weekly Hours: 36.67 

Salary Range: $86,211.84 to $101,175.60 CAD per annum (2023 rates)

 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) “the good life”, for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit Saskatoon.ca/diversity 

 

Accommodation

The City of Saskatoon strives to provide an accessible and inclusive workplace for all, including throughout the application and selection process through reasonable access and accommodations. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email talentacquisition@saskatoon.ca.  

While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.