Manager, Regional Services and Relationships

**Manager, Regional Services and Relationships**:
**Job ID**:

- 233174

**Posting status**:

- Open

**Organization**:

- Ministry of Transportation

**Division**:

- Operations Division

**City**:

- Toronto

**Position(s) language**:

- English

**Job term**:

- 1 Temporary contract/assignment up to 12 months

**Job code**:

- M1108A - Prog Planning & Evaluation08

**Salary**:

- $105,307.00 - $148,429.00 Per year
- Are you passionate about building strong relationships and supporting regional economic development?

If so, consider this exciting opportunity

The Ministry of Transportation is seeking a dynamic leader to manage regional services and stakeholder relationships in Toronto. This role is pivotal in overseeing partnerships with First Nations communities and municipal stakeholders, contributing to the advancement of transportation and infrastructure initiatives across the region.

Lead meaningful change, shape regional strategies, and make a lasting impact on Ontario's transportation future

**The Ontario Public Service: Strengthening Ontario, together.**

A career in the Ontario Public Service (OPS) is driven by purpose. We're building a stronger Ontario by delivering programs and services that make a real difference in people's lives. If you share this ambition, you'll find a workplace that reflects the diversity of the people we serve and empowers you to lead with confidence.

**Why Your Leadership Belongs Here**
- **Purpose that drives you**: Lead work that matters. Your leadership will shape policies, programs, and services that improve lives across the province—every day.
- **A culture that supports you**: Thrive in a flexible, inclusive, and respectful workplace that values your well-being and empowers you to bring your whole self to work.
- **A career that grows with you**: Explore leadership opportunities across ministries and sectors. With access to mentorship, learning, and mobility, your career can evolve here.
- **Recognition that reflects your impact**: We value the difference you make. You'll receive competitive pay, a defined-benefit pension, and benefits that support your well-being—plus meaningful recognition for your contributions.

**About the job**: We hold our leaders to high standards because we believe in their potential to drive meaningful change. In the Ontario Public Service, leadership means showing up with authenticity, acting with integrity, and having the courage to do what's right—even when it's hard.

As a leader, you'll be expected to create a team culture that encourages innovation, supports collaboration, and champions inclusion. You'll help build a diverse, anti-racist, and accessible workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and able to thrive.

To succeed in this role, you will:

- Shape regional strategy by leading the development and execution of operational plans and strategic program frameworks aligned with ministry priorities.
- Advise senior leadership on program implementation, regional trends, risks, and opportunities to influence decision-making.
- Drive stakeholder engagement to inform policy, program design, and service delivery.
- Oversee regional operations to ensure effective program delivery and resource management.
- Strengthen partnerships with Indigenous communities and municipalities to support inclusive economic development.

**Meet Your New Team**

The** Operations Division** leads transportation services across Ontario by developing policies, managing infrastructure, and delivering regional programs. It also builds key relationships with Indigenous and municipal partners to support local needs.

**Regional Operations offices** coordinate all ministry services in their areas, lead local staff engagement, and manage stakeholder and Indigenous relations. Central Operations is one of five offices under the Regional Operations Branch, which ensures integrated service delivery across the province.

**What you bring to the team**:
**Leadership and Strategic Insight**:

- Proven ability to lead inclusive, high-performing teams through values-based leadership.
- Experience in organizational design, talent development, and succession planning.
- Strong track record of delivering results in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

**Program and Operational Expertise**:

- Skilled in leading business change strategies to enhance program effectiveness, identify gaps, and implement evidence-based improvements.
- Strong knowledge of project management principles to deliver complex program plans and initiatives.
- Advanced understanding of policy development, operational standards, and ministry decision-making processes.
- Proven ability to coordinate regional programs, allocate resources, and contribute to operational policies and procedures.

**Communication and Relationship Management Skills**:

- Proven ability to collaborate effectively within regional and provincial teams using an enterprise-wide lens.
- Strong communication, conflict re