Internal auditor Jobs in Bradford West Gwillimbury, ON

ABOUT US

Almost 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 Director, Roads, Traffic and Fleet Operations, this position is responsible for the planning and management and maintenance of the Region’s network of roads, including cycling and pedestrian facilities with Regional road allowances where applicable, as well as facilities and staff, to comply with provincially legislated standards; allocating internal and external resources within approved funding programs; acting as the Region’s technical expert on road maintenance issues including legal deputations; presenting recommendations of management to increase efficiency.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Manages activities of Regional Road Districts to maintain road surfaces, roadside safety barriers, signs, noise barriers, storm sewers, shoulders and boulevard areas in good repair and ensure compliance with provincially legislated standards.
• Oversees implementation and provides input for operations of internal resources and external contractors in performance of maintenance and operational services required to meet the minimum maintenance standards of Region roads.
• Oversees compliance inspections of all approved activities on Region roads as it relates to control and use of road corridors, as covered by encroachment approvals.
• Participates in Branch planning and formulation of strategic initiatives for service improvements.
• Makes recommendations for Branch direction and goals and development of policies/procedures.
• Manages financial planning, budget preparation, control and monitoring of the roads maintenance districts, with responsibility for overall Roads Maintenance budget.
• Supervises staff, including recruitment, selection, hiring, assigning work, determining training and development needs, coaching, mentoring, conducting performance appraisals and determining/recommending disciplinary action up to and including dismissal in accordance with collective agreements, Regional policies and practices.
• Responds to requests from public and partner inquiries in timely and sensitive manner; provides information to Corporate Communications department for responses to social media inquiries.
• Develops customer service strategies to respond to internal and external needs as appropriate.

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