Program Manager, Learning and Engagement

Status - Regular Full-Time - Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months - Type of Position - a Replacement - Start Date - Immediate - Salary - Annually - Salary Grade - $110,068.00 - $125,003.00 - Department - York Region -> Public Works -> Finance & Performance - Location - 17250 Yonge Street, - Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1 CA (Primary) - Job Description (E) **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** This position is responsible for supporting the department’s education and training programs and related processes and procedures, including advancing digital transformation training-related activities, applicable certification/licensing programs, compulsory course curriculum, and internal ad-hoc/in-house programs. Supports and coordinates the department’s learning and development needs and programs to ensure they are consistent with relevant legislation, regulations, and corporate standards. **WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING** - Collaborates/works with stakeholders and follows the corporate strategic leadership, planning and direction related to this function. - Support and advance Public Works’ cultural transformation as a leading digital utility through a people-centric focus, process improvements, and data-driven insights. - In conjunction with Senior Management, develops and executes the departmental leadership strategy. - Develops the digital learning strategic plan including the development, implementation, and integration of digital learning. - Anticipates, identifies, and manages emerging issues, challenges, and opportunities. - Researches, identifies analyzes, and evaluates trends emerging learning and development related technologies, trends and methods that can support departmental programs and implements best practices and approaches. - Ensures the provision and promotion of a digital culture through creative, innovative, and agile learning interventions. - Leads learning and development projects, including the research, design, and development. - Participates in development and/or implementation of organizational change initiatives including championing change management strategies' - Leads the collection of data to track progress and identify program improvements for the purpose of conducting leadership and talent program evaluations and assessments. - Leads the research and analysis on pertinent issues and trends for management to make informed program and policy decisions. - Monitors and evaluates program delivery to meet goals and objectives of the Branch and the Department while ensuring that standards are met and follow governing legislation. **WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR** - Successful completion of a University Degree in Adult Education, Human Resources, Business Administration or approved equivalent combination of education and experience. - Minimum three (3) years demonstrated experience in adult fa