Manager, Organizational Development

Unit Summary

In accordance with our organizational commitment to provide the Best Care for All, the Organizational Development Team, within the Human Resources Portfolio, provides support to teams and leaders in the organization which is essential to achieving HHS’ strategic and operational objectives. The OD team is responsible for providing expertise and guidance throughout the organization in the areas of leading change, leadership development, team development, learning and development, and coaching. The involvement of OD in corporate and team initiatives contributes to the ability of the organization to deliver results and increase the effectiveness, efficiency, accountability and sustainability of HHS activities.

Supported by evidenced-based tools and methodologies, Organizational Development exists to champion and foster a culture of respect, equity, and inclusion that enables people and teams at HHS to be their best in service of our patients and their families.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director, Culture & People Development, the Manager, Organizational Development manages and oversees the design and delivery of Organizational Development (OD) programs. The manager leads a team of talented Organizational Development practitioners, including Specialist, Associate and Coordinator roles, to build organizational capacity and improve individual, team and organizational effectiveness in support of Hamilton Health Sciences’ mission and vision.

The Manager, Organizational Development plays a key role on the Human Resources team by providing content expertise and consultation in the areas of change management and transition, coaching, team development and leadership development. The role also oversees the design, development and provision of related educational programs for the organization through the ‘Center for People Development’ and other forums.

The Manager, Organization Development has knowledge of organization behaviour, application theories and models for change, organization culture, engagement and recognition, leadership and LEADS leadership framework, coaching skills (leadership, performance and development at all levels of the organization), facilitation and presentation skills, curriculum design, Adult Learning Theory and methodologies, group dynamics and team development.

This role is responsible for applying best practice methodologies and creating customized organizational development solutions to support the success and adoption of complex, organization-wide and highly integrated change initiatives and transformational projects.

Schedule Work Hours

Days, Monday to Friday with willingness to be flexible with working hours to suit operational requirements. 37.5 hours per week.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement under HHS' Remote Work Policy.

Qualifications

• University Degree in Business, Public Administration, Organizational Development, Psychology, Human Resources Management, or a related field or a relevant post-degree designation, Master’s degree will be considered an asset.
• 10 or more years of experience in Organizational Development, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Leadership and managerial experience, including leading a team of senior consultant roles, will be considered an asset.
• Experience in the design and delivery of Organizational Development systems and processes in a complex union and non-union environment; experience within healthcare will be considered an asset.
• Highly skilled at coaching, facilitating and presenting skills is essential.
• Highly developed understanding of methodologies and approaches for : leadership development, organizational change, individual and team performance, learning and development, employee engagement, organization design, coaching, diversity, and conflict management.
• Knowledge of OD practices and frameworks.
• LEADS certification, or experience facilitating LEADS-based learning, is considered an asset.
• Project Management knowledge and skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills for negotiating scenarios, conflict resolution and consensus building.
• Highly creative to develop and implement organizational programs.
• Ability to analyze processes, enact change and think operationally and strategically to achieve goals.
• Superior logical writing and verbal communication skills, including ability to synthesize and convey complex ideas in story-lined presentations at all levels of the organization, including executive level.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-based, collaborative, environment; ability to work effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively coordinate multiple responsibilities simultaneously, with fast, flexible, cooperative work style; ability to reprioritize as warranted.
• Strong working knowledge of change management and complex initiative management processes.
• High degree of adaptability and adept at dealing with ambiguity in an unstructured environment.
• Ability to lead change.
• Ability to navigate socio-political environment.
• Ability to manage competing demands and priorities.
• Ability to deliver services both in-person and virtually at various Hamilton Health Sciences sites.

Knowledge of :

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources Operations at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note : the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment

Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset