The Senior Policy Analyst is responsible forproviding strategic policy advice and analysis on a wide variety of policy andlegislative matters to the Workers Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC),its President, Senior Management Team, and the Governance Council. The SeniorPolicy Analyst leads priority setting, management, and development of WSCCpolicies, directives and drafts briefing notes and decision-making documents.Working under the legislative framework of the Workers Compensation Acts, SafetyActs, Mine Health and SafetyActs, Explosive Use Acts, and Accessto Information and Protection of Privacy Acts, the incumbent is required todevelop and contribute to a wide variety of complex documents for SeniorManagement and the Governance Council to support decisions that impact thebreadth of WSCC stakeholders. The incumbent also sits on the inter jurisdictional panel of Workers Compensation Board policy professionals across Canada tocontribute to, monitor, and act on emerging issues that impact workerscompensation and occupational health & safety (OHS) legislation and policy.

Here area few ways you will make a difference:

• Identifying priorities for the strategicdevelopment of the Comprehensive Policy Review Plan (CPRP), AdministrativePolicy Review Plan (APRP).
• Leading the implementation ofComprehensive Policy Review Plan (CPRP), Administrative Policy Review Plan(APRP).
• Leading and providing expert advice onthe policy consultation and engagement process.
• Implementing the Regulatory Review Plan.
• Participatingin inter jurisdictional policy activities and provides WSCCs position andperspective on policies and governing legislation to internal and externalstakeholders.
• Conductingevaluation and performance measurement of implemented policies to ensureincreased accountability and compliance across WSCC programs and services.
  

What youbring to the role:

• A Bachelors Degree in a relatedfield combined with five years of progressive experience in policy and/orlegislative development. Related education includes, but is not limited to,political science, public administration, economics, and businessadministration.
• Experience with workerscompensation or OHS policy and legislation is an asset.

Whatwe offer:

• The opportunity to positively impact the quality of life for workersacross the NWT and Nunavut.
• A Northern Living Allowance of $3,700 (NT) or $22,996(NU).
• Relocation assistance.
• For staff in Iqaluit subsidized housing may be provided.
• A superior benefits package and enrollment in the Public Service PensionPlan.
• Learning and development programs and funding dedicated to your careergrowth.
• Generous leave entitlements and a workplace culture that supports ahealthy work-life balance.
• A culturally diverse workforce that embraces change and welcomes your lifeexperience.
• Federal and territorial tax incentives such as the NWT or Nunavutpersonal tax credits and the Northern Residents Tax Deductions.

CriminalRecord Check: Candidatesmust be able to provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure toprovide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Indigenous EmploymentPolicy: Candidatesmust clearly state their eligibility in order to receive priority considerationunder the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Equivalencies: May be considered based ona one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of educationor one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations ofeducation and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role,please contact human resources.

Diversityand Inclusion: The Workers Safety and Compensation Commission is an inclusive workplace. Ifyou have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, youare encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment orinterview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility: Eligibility lists may be created from the competition to fill futureterm and indeterminate positions.

The Workers Safety and Compensation Commissions (WSCC) vision is toeliminate workplace diseases and injuries. Our mission is to promote workplacehealth and safety while providing no fault insurance to employers and care forinjured workers. Our values are respect, engagement, integrity, openness,cultural safety, excellence, and stewardship in the workplace.