Manager, Workforce Development & Skilled Trades

Job Description

Job Description

Salary :

Manager, Workforce Development & Skilled Trades

About HIEC

HIEC is an innovative not-for-profit social enterprise that focuses on partnership, mentorship, and workforce development in Ontario. With over 35 years of experience as an active, community-focused organization, HIEC aims to enhance career education and inspire individuals to make informed career decisions.

We are also home to ApprenticeSearch, a leading national employment platform that connects job seekers, employers, and educators to strengthen Canadas skilled trades workforce.

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Why Us?

At HIEC, our goal is to positively impact the career journeys of others - and that includes our own team! We foster a culture where people feel valued, respected, and inspired to bring their best ideas forward. Youll join a team that encourages innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning in a workplace where you truly belong.

This role also offers :

• Competitive salary
• A Comprehensive Employee Benefits plan (Extended Health, Dental, etc.)
• Mental Health Supports (Calm App subscription)
• Professional Development and Career Growth Opportunities
• A workplace rooted in inclusion, creativity, and purpose

Position Description

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Manager, Workforce Development & Skilled Trades leads HIECs efforts to strengthen Canadas skilled trades workforce through strategic partnerships, employer engagement, and innovative program delivery.

This role oversees the ApprenticeSearch employment and job development teams, driving initiatives that connect job seekers, employers, and educators to build sustainable, inclusive talent pathways in the skilled trades.

As a member of HIECs leadership team, the Manager contributes to organizational strategy, strengthens relationships with partners across industry, education, and government, and ensures programs remain responsive to changing labour market needs.

This position is ideal for a strategic, data-driven, and relationship-oriented leader who is passionate about workforce development, apprenticeship, and systems-level change.

Job Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

Lead the development and implementation of HIECs workforce development strategy, focusing on skilled trades and apprenticeship pathways.

Provide leadership and direction to employment and job development teams within ApprenticeSearch.

Contribute to program design, content development, and the creation of resources that strengthen awareness of skilled trades pathways.

Lead data collection, analysis, and reporting using platforms like MetaBase, HubSpot, and Excel.

Participate on HIECs leadership team, contributing to strategic planning and cross-departmental collaboration.

Qualifications to Succeed :

Key Competencies :

Working Conditions :

We thank everyone who submits an application for their interest! This job opening represents an active vacancy. Although our team is mighty, it's still small; only successful applicants will be contacted. To ensure that each candidate's journey is consistent and that it is a fair and equitable hiring process, we will not respond to any personal messages regarding this role.

Actual compensation for an individual may vary depending on skills, performance over time, qualifications, experience, and location.

Target Salary : $79,640 - $90,000

Salary Grade 7 : $79,640.74 - $103,532.96

HIEC is committed to equity and creating a respectful and inclusive workplace culture that reflects the broad diversity of communities we work with. This includes people who identify as immigrants, refugees, women, Indigenous, Black, LGBTQ2S+ people of colour, and people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process. Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada. Please contact Human Resources for any accommodations or questions relating to our accommodation process.