ONTARIO

It’s About People…  And Possibilities

The Regional Municipality of York consists of a dynamic blend of rural and urban communities.  The nine local municipalities provide a mix of small-town and city living with an emphasis on fostering community character.  As one of the Greater Toronto’s Top 75 Employers (2009), York Region offers diverse and vibrant career opportunities that reflect the ideals, spirit and quality of life of a much sought-after and growing metropolis.

Reporting to the Manager, Office Services, is responsible for assessing Departmental learning and development needs; developing, delivering, monitoring, and evaluating learning and development programs for the Department; assessing program training technology, legislated training requirements and individual and group learning and development plans; developing, implementing and monitoring all Department learning and development policies, processes and practices; ensuring that program learning and development practices are consistent with Corporate policies, legislation and regulations; and providing leadership, training and guidance to the OMM Training Support Coordinator and other positions which support the learning and development function within the Department.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in Business Administration, Social Sciences, Adult Education or related field or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum three (3) years demonstrated experience in adult education, including program design, delivery and evaluation.
• Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license and reliable vehicle to use on corporate business.
• Sound knowledge of the Department’s program delivery operations, related legislation, programs and services and the community served.
• Knowledge of the relevant program systems and applications.
• Knowledge and demonstrated ability in instructional design, analysis, measurement and evaluative methods, facilitation and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, communication, team work, initiative/self management and accountability and flexibility/adaptability.
• Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications.
• Solid analytical research, planning, coordination and project management skills with ability to work independently on diverse projects.
• Strong interpersonal relationship skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, external stakeholders, etc.
• Ability to interpret a variety of legislation, explain issues and terminology, analyze issues and make timely decisions in accordance with appropriate legislation and the needs of the Department.
• Ability to problem solve and work with changing legislation and organization structure.
• Ability to work outside regular business hours, as required.

Please apply on-line at www.york.ca by 4:30 pm on March 26, 2010 quoting competition #OMJ10125.  We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  For additional information on York Region, please visit the above-mentioned website.