About PSD Citywide
PSD Citywide is a leading provider of enterprise asset management, maintenance, financial, GIS, and permitting software solutions, along with advisory services. Offering the only purpose-built, fully unified cloud-based SaaS solution for municipal governments, PSD Citywide supports the management of over $400 billion in municipal assets across North America. With a multidisciplinary advisory team of Asset Management, Finance, Engineering, and Municipal practitioners, combined with an in-house software development group, PSD Citywide delivers comprehensive solutions to ensure best-in-class service for its clients.

The Research Analyst role focuses on conducting research in Local Government asset management, finance and budgeting. Research Analysts are expected to produce articles, white papers, and client case studies. You will also support cross-functional teams by providing timely briefings, assisting with promotional webinar production, researching existing and new markets, and writing targeted client case studies. Success in this position involves a significant amount of written material, strong research skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of government policy, especially in Municipal Government.This Part Time Contract position offers the potential to transition into a Full Time position. Applicants must reside in Canada to be considered.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Researching and staying up to date with policies, legislation, issues, and topics affecting Municipal Government across North America

Provide competitor analysis for new market entry

Researching grant funding opportunities by jurisdiction to produce weekly Municipal Grant Service (MGS) notifications and updates to web-based inventory

Interviewing experts and Municipal stakeholders for industry-oriented articles or case studies

Assist your colleagues with editing and formatting content

Own the writing, editing and production of external and internal material

Researching and summarizing grants, policies, legislation and other details related to existing and new markets for sales teams

Assist in the creation and production of webinars showcasing corporate products and services and/or legislation and funding briefings

Balance multiple projects at once with the ability to prioritize tasks and deadlines

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Undergraduate Degree with a focus in Political Science, Social Science, Communications, Statistics, or related field
1-2 years experience writing articles which include news gathering, interviewing, writing, creating stories, writing different types of stories in the way news is produced and consumed

Proven ability to network and effectively communicate the value of PSD's products, services and brand

Experience with Microsoft Suite, G Suite, WordPress and Hubspot

Produce writing that is both accurate and engaging

Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods, including but not limited to, survey design and analysis, data visualization and data analysis
Knowledge of the public sector, previous experience working in/with the public sector, and/or experience with policy analysis would be considered an asset
Deadline driven individual with strong verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, creativity, and able to collaborate with team members with professionalism

The Candidate Journey

Resume Review
Once you apply, an actual person will review your resume and we are committed to getting back to you with a response.

Phone Interview
PSDs People and Culture team will connect with you to learn about your experience and discuss the role further. Theyll also give you an understanding of what the interview process involves, along with an estimated timeline.

Virtual Interview
Depending on the position, there will be one or two interviews with the Hiring Team that will include questions related to your skills, work experience, values and goals. We provide the opportunity to meet with a wide range of staff members so you can learn more about life at PSD Citywide.

Offer/Feedback
The Hiring Team will debrief and make a decision within a few days of your final interview. If successful, your Recruiter will present you with a verbal offer, followed by a formal offer letter via email. If the timing was not right for this particular opportunity, we will connect with you and provide feedback.

PSD Citywide is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. We believe in integration, and we are committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner. We will do so by removing and preventing barriers to accessibility.

We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. Should you require any accommodation, please indicate this when you apply, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.