Job ID: 65166
Job Category: Information & Technology
Division & Section: Parks & Recreation, PFR Policy & Strategic Planning
Work Location: Initially based at Metro Hall (55 John St) and will relocate to North York Civic Centre (5100 Yonge St) once the new location is operational - Hybrid in accordance with the City's Hybrid Policy
Job Type & Duration: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary Range: $105,241.00 - $160,649.00
Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
Affiliation: Non-Union
Number of Positions Open: 1
Posting Period: 22-JUL-2026 to 06-AUG-2026
Parks and Recreation is one of the largest divisions in the City of Toronto. We are the keepers of our common grounds - the parks, recreation facilities and natural spaces where Torontonians come together to build community and play, celebrate and explore.
As a Management Consultant (Data Governance) in the Research and Analytics team in Parks & Recreation, you will work with senior management and key stakeholders to provide consulting services. Your role will focus on driving Parks & Recreation priorities aligned with corporate goals in the areas of data strategy development and planning, business planning and performance measurement reporting, business process re-engineering, organization design and restructuring, program review and alternative service delivery, program and service improvement, organization development, and change management.
What We are Looking for
You are a thought leader with expertise in data policy, analytics, and management. You possess a deep understanding of data governance and architecture, along with extensive experience in leading the development of policies, strategies, and frameworks. With excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills, you excel at engaging stakeholders across diverse work areas in Parks & Recreation and the broader City organization.
Major Responsibilities:
Data Governance and Management:
Leads the development and implementation of frameworks, policies, and procedures for Parks & Recreation data governance. Conducts research and consultations to align with regulatory requirements and organizational priorities. Provides consulting services on data governance, integration, analytics, and fostering a data-driven culture. Advises senior leadership on policies and performance strategies while driving divisional goals through strategic planning and data accountability frameworks. Conducts assessments and prepares reports on organizational effectiveness and data governance. Develops systems and tools to support decision-making and reporting for senior management and the City Council. Ensures effective collaboration with internal branches to maintain accurate metadata documentation and manage risks in policy and data collection.
Leads and/or supports cross-departmental teams to develop and implement policies, operational improvements, and internal controls. Manages data strategy, data accountability and advises on data management projects, ensuring alignment with divisional goals and budgets. Builds cooperative relationships within and outside the organization and ensures successful project delivery. Promotes team and organizational innovation and facilitates interdivisional initiatives to drive change and development. Guides day to day work, mentors and coaches teammates.
Thought Leadership:
Researches and analyzes trends in data governance, providing expert advice on new techniques and their applicability to organizational goals. Maintains professional connections to stay updated on industry practices. Represents the division in meetings, networks, and events, presenting data-driven insights and fostering discussion. Provides subject matter expertise to internal and external stakeholders, contributing to informed decision-making and strategic development. Understands and translates the relationship between business accountability and data accountability.
Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:
- A degree in computer science, geography, engineering, data analytics, political science or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Considerable experience leading data governance, data strategy development, or data management planning with a strong understanding of data integration, data architecture, and data analytics.
- Considerable experience executing business process transformation and developing strategies, frameworks or roadmaps related to various aspects of data governance.
- Considerable experience in project management, relationship management, and balancing a variety of stakeholder interests (i.e. political, community, and City staff).
- Experience in coaching and mentoring staff in business analytics, metadata documentation, and data governance principles.
- A creative collaborator, who is able to manage ambiguity, adapt to a changing workload and demonstrate composure under pressure/stressful conditions.
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to multitask, effectively prioritize responsibilities and produce results.
- Excellent written, oral, and visual communication skills with an ability to convey complex concepts to lay audiences at all levels in the organization.
- Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in handling matters of confidential, proprietary or sensitive nature as they relate to other senior staff, public and personnel matters.
- Strong analytical, conceptual, problem-solving/negotiation and the ability to generate creative alternatives to identified issues.
- Excellent organizational and planning skills to execute/manage multiple and competing deadlines, and to facilitate the implementation of projects within established timeframes.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to establish positive working relationships, manage through influence, develop solutions, drive change and interact and communicate effectively with divisional and agency staff.
- Strong team leadership skills in mentoring, coaching, and facilitating an environment in which team members can thrive.
Join Us!
If you are interested in learning more about the Management Consultant role, you can participate in a virtual Microsoft Teams information session with Liz Corson, Manager Research & Analytics, and Fiona Lee, Consultant Talent Acquisition, on Thursday, July 30th from 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm.
You will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the position, working for the City of Toronto's Parks & Recreation Division, as well as the City's application process. Please register to participate in any of the information sessions using the following link:
https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/d077213c-491b-48d6-892c-05897bb4019b@f0bc8ec6-9ed8-4d0c-9189-411ad949cc65
It is important to note that this is a public information session. To remain anonymous, participants must join through web browser and ensure their login name reflects that preference.
The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.
Accommodation
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