ABOUT US
Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.
WHAT WE OFFER
Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.
- Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
- Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
- Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health, dental and life insurance, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services.
- Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Manager, Talent Management and Leadership Development, this position is responsible for delivering, facilitating and evaluating leadership development programs and providing one-on-one coaching services to the Region’s people leaders ready for advancement. This role will work closely with organizational leaders to identify development needs, create engaging learning experiences, and measure the impact of leadership training initiatives.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
- Facilitates leadership development programs, workshops, and seminars that align with organizational goals and leadership competencies.
- Facilitates team building and planning change initiatives as requested; ensuring that program practices support strategic objectives, and are consistent with relevant legislation, regulations and policies.
- Develops and organizes training materials, including presentations, handouts, and digital resources.
- Leads interactive training sessions, ensuring participant engagement and learning.
- Assesses the effectiveness of leadership programs through feedback, surveys, and performance metrics.
- Provides one-on-one coaching and mentoring to leaders at entry level supervisor and manager levels.
- Works with People, Equity and Culture (PEC) and other department leaders to integrate leadership storytelling in the classroom.
- Stays updated on the latest trends and best practices in leadership delivery and incorporates them into programs.
- Contributes to the maintenance, and assessment of the Region’s Competency Framework for leadership and front-line staff to guide and align people practices in pursuit of the Region’s strategic direction.
- Contributes to the implementation, and facilitation of large-scale corporate development programs to support corporate-wide initiatives and changes.
- Recommends updates to policies and guidelines related to various initiatives, including benchmarking comparable organizations.
- Partners with internal communication resources to develop engaging and effective communication plans to support programs.
- Facilitates cross-functional groups and communities of practice to enhance communication and delivery of talent management, succession planning, performance management and recognition programming.
- Plans focus groups and train the trainer sessions, in consultation with client groups and Instructional Designer.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Successful completion of a University Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Certification / Accreditation as a training facilitator, and an Executive Coaching Certificate or ICF-accredited coach education program.
- Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience in leadership training, or a related field, including three (3) years of direct supervisory experience.
- Demonstrated exceptional experience leading, facilitating and managing projects, as well as designing training and development solutions, processes, and programs. Experience facilitating to a broad range of audiences from front line staff to senior leadership teams.
- Excellent training, facilitation, presentation, communication, research and writing skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to connect with a range of internal and external partners while focusing on fostering collaborative work relationships.
- Strong ability to develop relationships and work in a welcoming and inclusive environment, where diversity is celebrated and where everyone can develop to their full potential.
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Street, PA
Full Time