Business Planning Specialist

POSITION:              Business Planning Specialist (12 Month Contract)    
REPORTS TO:        Manager, Business Planning
DEPARTMENT:       Planning & Development
LOCATION:             North Bay
REFERENCE:         800-160-27
SALARY:                 $83,538 - $98,280

WHO WE ARE:
Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a modern, forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve. With over 1200 skilled professionals, we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations.  We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along with a competitive salary, a defined benefit pension plan, paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services. 

ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT:
The Business Planning Specialist is responsible for identifying, collecting, analyzing and reporting data to support organizational plans and objectives through development of business cases, annual reports and annual business plans. This position will work with division and department leadership, and other stakeholders including Ministry staff, to identify, document, plan and measure department performance objectives, business cases and business plans.   

MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate closely with the Lead, Business Planning, to gather and document detailed requirements from stakeholders related to business plan, annual report and business cases. 
• Work with the Business Planning and Intelligence team to ensure all business needs and objectives are accurately captured and aligned with overall strategic goals.
• Define the scope and parameters of business plans.
• Assess requirements for the business case through intake, discussion and cross validation to establish scope and parameters for the business case development.
• Write comprehensive technical documents, including business processes, requirements, cost analysis, and workflow models. 
• Collaborate with the Business Planning and Intelligence team to determine data sources, collection methods, and ensure data quality.
• Analyze data and develop and present multiple alternatives, evaluating their economic and operational impacts to recommend the best strategies for the business plan.
• Conduct thorough research on industry trends, existing processes, and projects 
• Ensure all documentation supports the development and presentation of the business plan, with input and review from the Lead, Business Planning, and the Business Planning and Intelligence team.
• Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project schedules in consultation with the Lead, Business Planning. 
• Monitor progress and ensure timely delivery of business plans, identifying and addressing any potential delays or issues promptly.

REQUIREMENTS:

• College diploma in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, Business Intelligence or other related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in strategic planning, business analysis, business case development and report writing
• Experience in business operations, program management, finance or marketing
• Experience with continuous improvement planning and implementation
• Knowledge of Ontario’s transportation policies and regulatory landscape is preferred
• Advanced skills with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Project management skills
• Excellent communication with the ability to conduct presentations 
• Organizational, planning and time management skills
• Analytical, strategic thinking and creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects with shifting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to health and safety

CLOSING DATE: November 22, 2026 no later than 11:59 p.m. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number.  Visit our career website to apply: https://www.ontarionorthland.ca/en/careers
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
If it is determined that any information provided in the application or during the recruitment process is false, misleading, or incomplete, Ontario Northland may discontinue your candidacy from further consideration.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.

At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity.  We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.
Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
ONTC does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to make or inform hiring decisions. We do use an external applicant tracking system (ATS) to help manage applications efficiently. While the ATS may apply basic automated filters or sorting functions, all applications are reviewed and evaluated by human recruiters.
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