Chief People

1 month ago


Oshawa, Canada Odgers Berndtson Full time

The City of Oshawa is located on Lake Ontario, approximately 60 kilometres east of downtown Toronto and is the largest municipality within Durham Region (by population). Oshawa's strategic location makes it a key hub for transportation and economic activity, particularly along Ontario's Highway 401.

With historic roots in manufacturing, Oshawa’s economy has rapidly diversified into a hub for healthcare and education. As a dynamic urban city, Oshawa is host to 30,000 students at campuses across Ontario Tech University, Durham College, Trent University Durham GTA, and the Queen’s University Lakeridge Health MD Family Medicine Program. Oshawa offers 1.2 million workers within a 45-minute commute and is the location of Northwood Business Park—a new 500-acre parcel of employment land with rapid development approval timelines. The city offers world-class research assets, an executive airport, deep seaport, rail spur access and two new GO Train stations underway to accommodate the growth of $1.5 billion in record-breaking building permits for 2022 and 2023.

Reporting to the Commissioner, Corporate and Finance Services, the Chief People & Culture Officer is a key member of the senior leadership team, providing strategic advice and guidance on all people, organization culture, diversity, equity and reconciliation (DER) related matters at the City. This role is responsible for all aspects of human resources, including labour relations, organizational development, talent management, total rewards, health, wellness, safety, learning, internal communications and the equity, accessibility, reconciliation and Teaching Cities portfolio.

The Chief People & Culture Officer is accountable for strategies, policies and programs that further the City’s HR and DER initiatives, ensure legislative compliance, education and inspire meaningful change to foster an engaged and diverse workforce that delivers exceptional spaces and experiences to the community. The Chief People and Culture Officer applies a people focused and DER framework to corporate decision making and models the City of Oshawa’s core values of Authenticity, Courage and Trust, to work collaboratively in shaping corporate culture through strategies that will enhance the employee and community experience.

The successful candidate will bring a minimum of 10 years progressive public sector HR experience, a strong knowledge of all facets of day-to-day HR operations with a proven track record of executing HR and DER short and long-term strategic plans and initiatives.

This inspiring leader will have a deep commitment to enhancing employee culture, advancing reconciliation, equity, diversity, accessibility and inclusion in all its forms. A skilled mediator, relationship builder and strategic leader, the Chief People and Culture Officer will have experience leading organizational change in a multi-unionized environment.They bring a passion for public service and a values-based leadership approach, which reflects the high level of integrity, trustworthiness and ethical conduct required.

To fill this position, the City of Oshawa has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers Berndtson. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online ideally by October 31, 2024.

We would like to thank all applicants but regret that we are only able to personally contact those individuals whose backgrounds best match the requirements for the role.

We at the City of Oshawa believe that our workforce should reflect the community that we serve. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). The City of Oshawa promotes the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. The City of Oshawa encourages applications from women, Indigenous Peoples and persons of all cultures, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, ages, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions.

Odgers Berndtson is deeply committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all the work that we do. As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our EDI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our .


  • Chief People Officer

    4 weeks ago


    Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Odgers Berndtson Full time

    Chief People & Culture OfficerThe City of Oshawa is seeking a visionary leader to join its senior leadership team as Chief People & Culture Officer. This key role will be responsible for driving the City's HR and Diversity, Equity, and Reconciliation (DER) initiatives, ensuring legislative compliance, and fostering an engaged and diverse workforce.Key...

  • Chief People Officer

    4 weeks ago


    Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Odgers Berndtson Full time

    Chief People & Culture OfficerThe City of Oshawa is seeking a visionary leader to join its senior leadership team as Chief People & Culture Officer. This key role will be responsible for driving the City's HR and Diversity, Equity, and Reconciliation (DER) initiatives, ensuring legislative compliance, and fostering an engaged and diverse workforce.Key...

  • Chief People

    1 month ago


    Oshawa, Canada City of Oshawa Full time

    A progressive city of 187,800 people located just a short 30-minute drive from Toronto, the _**_City of Oshawa_**_ is one of Canada’s fastest growing communities that is exceptionally positioned to live, work, learn and invest. Its strategic pursuit of sustainable growth, excellent community service delivery and co-operative partnerships have enhanced its...

  • Chief People Officer

    3 weeks ago


    Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Odgers Berndtson Full time

    About the RoleThe City of Oshawa is seeking a visionary leader to join its senior leadership team as the Chief People & Culture Officer. This key role will provide strategic advice and guidance on all people, organization culture, diversity, equity, and reconciliation (DER) related matters at the City.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement HR strategies...


  • Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Frigg Business Solutions inc. Full time

    Job Title: Chief Operating OfficerFrigg Business Solutions inc. is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Operating Officer to lead our organization to success.About the RoleThe Chief Operating Officer will be responsible for allocating resources, establishing departments, and formulating policies to drive business growth. This role requires...


  • Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Frigg Business Solutions inc. Full time

    Job Title: Chief Operating OfficerFrigg Business Solutions inc. is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Operating Officer to lead our organization to success.About the RoleThe Chief Operating Officer will be responsible for allocating resources, establishing departments, and formulating policies to drive business growth. This role requires...


  • Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Frigg Business Solutions inc. Full time

    Job Title: Chief Executive Officer - Financial and Communications DirectorFrigg Business Solutions inc. is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Executive Officer - Financial and Communications Director to lead our business services team.Job Summary:The Chief Executive Officer - Financial and Communications Director will be responsible for...


  • Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Frigg Business Solutions inc. Full time

    Job Title: Chief Executive Officer - Financial and Communications DirectorFrigg Business Solutions inc. is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Executive Officer - Financial and Communications Director to lead our business services team.Job Summary:The Chief Executive Officer - Financial and Communications Director will be responsible for...


  • Oshawa, Canada Lakeridge Health Full time

    **Director People Services** Director - People Services Regular Full Time Human Resources Days - 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change) Lakeridge Health Oshawa Salary Range - $68.800 - $98.470 per hour UNEX 2400000657 The care we provide at Lakeridge Health is shaped by our vision: One System, Best Health and our values to Improve Population Health,...


  • Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Frigg Business Solutions inc. Full time

    Job Title: Chief Operating OfficerFrigg Business Solutions inc. is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Operating Officer to lead our organization to success.Job Description:Key Responsibilities:Leadership: Provide strategic direction and vision for the organization, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.Operational Management:...


  • Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Frigg Business Solutions inc. Full time

    Job Title: Chief Operating OfficerFrigg Business Solutions inc. is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Operating Officer to lead our organization to success.Job Description:Key Responsibilities:Leadership: Provide strategic direction and vision for the organization, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.Operational Management:...


  • Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Frigg Business Solutions inc. Full time

    Job Title: Chief Executive OfficerWe are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Chief Executive Officer to lead our business services and operations team at Frigg Business Solutions inc.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement organizational policies and programs to drive business growth and successLead and manage a team of 3-4 people to achieve business...


  • Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Frigg Business Solutions inc. Full time

    Job Title: Chief Executive OfficerWe are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Chief Executive Officer to lead our business services and operations team at Frigg Business Solutions inc.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement organizational policies and programs to drive business growth and successLead and manage a team of 3-4 people to achieve business...


  • Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Frigg Business Solutions inc. Full time

    Education and BackgroundWe are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our team at Frigg Business Solutions inc. The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree and have at least 5 years of experience in a senior leadership role.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement organizational policies and programs,...


  • Oshawa, Canada Employment and Social Development Canada Full time

    Chief Operating Officer - Financial, Communications and Other Business ServicesPosted on October 15, 2024 by Employer details Frigg Business Solutions Inc.Job DetailsEducation: Bachelor's degree.Work Setting: Business services.ResponsibilitiesAllocate material, human and financial resources to implement organizational policies and programs.Authorize and...


  • Oshawa, Canada Employment and Social Development Canada Full time

    CEO (Chief Executive Officer) - Financial, Communications and Other Business ServicesTerms of Employment: Permanent, Full-timeStarts as soon as possibleEducationExperience5 years or moreWork must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.ResponsibilitiesTasksAllocate material, human and financial resources to implement...


  • Oshawa, Canada Employment and Social Development Canada Full time

    Chief Operating Officer - Financial, Communications and Other Business ServicesPosted on October 15, 2024 by Employer details Frigg Business Solutions Inc.Job DetailsEducation: Bachelor's degree.Work Setting: Business services.ResponsibilitiesAllocate material, human and financial resources to implement organizational policies and programs.Authorize and...


  • Oshawa, Ontario, Canada CYTOMETRY GLOBAL INC Full time

    At CYTOMETRY GLOBAL INC, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director General to lead our organization and drive our success. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in education and experience, with a proven track record of allocating resources, establishing departments, and representing the organization in official functions.The...


  • Oshawa, Ontario, Canada CYTOMETRY GLOBAL INC Full time

    Job Title: Director GeneralAbout the Role:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director General to join our team at CYTOMETRY GLOBAL INC. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for allocating resources, establishing departments, and formulating policies to drive the organization's success.Key Responsibilities:Allocate...


  • Oshawa, Canada McDonald's Full time

    p>Shift Manager We are excited to be opening our New Store at Winchester and Simcoe by the end of this year and are looking for career-oriented people with strong leadership skills to be part of our Leadership team at our NEW store! You will be expected to work at any of our other McDonald's restaurants in the Oshawa/Clarington area until the restaurant...