Organizational Development Lead
Health Sciences North
Organizational Development Lead
Join the Leadership and Learning team at Health Science North!
Posting #: 21-1144
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Location: Sudbury, Ontario
Program: People Relations and Corporate Affairs
Department: Leadership and Learning
Site: Ramsey Lake Health Centre (RLHC)
A dynamic and growing health care environment awaits you in Sudbury Ontario: Canada’s happiest city! Surrounded by provincial parks and over 200 lakes, Greater Sudbury has over 160,000 residents and is a rich mix of urban, suburban, rural and wilderness environments. Just a one hour flight or four-hour drive from Toronto; here, you will experience the balance of a challenging technological career and a comfortable lifestyle, right in the heart of Northern Ontario’s largest city.
Health Sciences North (HSN) is seeking an innovative leader for the position of Organizational Development Lead. This individual will collaborate with Leadership and Learning and Human Resources, to inform HSN and all stakeholders of the latest practices regarding Behavioural Science, supporting the improvement of individual, team, and organizational performance at HSN. They will be accountable for the development and evaluation of HSN’s talent management strategy, with a focus on equity, diversity, inclusion, recruitment and retention, people development, performance feedback and succession planning.
The ideal candidate will have minimum of a four (4) year Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Development or Human Resources from an accredited university. We are looking for someone with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Training and Development and/or Leadership/Talent development. Preference will be given to candidates that possess recent experience or training in change management.
If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, team environment and are looking for a rewarding career opportunity, you are encouraged to view the full job description on the HSN Careers Website.
We offer competitive salary and vacation, extended health and dental benefits, a pension plan through HOOPP and relocation allowance to assist with moving expenses.
Interested applicants are asked to apply directly to posting # 21-1144 on the HSN Careers Website at hsnsudbury.ca/careers.
KEY FUNCTION:
Collaborate with Leadership and Learning and Human Resources to inform HSN and all stakeholders of the latest practices regarding Behavioural Science. Improve individual, team, and organizational performance at HSN. Accountable for the development and evaluation of HSN’s Talent Management Strategy with a focus on equity, diversity, inclusion, recruitment and retention, people development, performance feedback and succession planning.
REPORTING:
Under the general direction of the Manager, Leadership and Learning.
DUTIES:
1. Design and create processes and/or programs that support corporate initiatives related to succession management, performance and development management, equity, diversity, inclusion, and engagement and retention.
2. Apply strategic thinking to Organizational Development (OD) best practices, processes and tools in the context of the Talent Management strategy.
3. Serve as a thought leader in human and organizational behaviour for all roles at HSN.
4. Consult and/or demonstrate the application of OD best practices, processes and tools for the purpose of effective design and implementation.
5. Build effective working relationships with leaders at all levels to inform, influence, and engage in initiatives.
6. Lead data collection, analysis and synthesis through stakeholder engagement, literature reviews, and interviews while providing comprehensive organizational insight for design, planning and implementation.
7. Design learning materials that relate to improving human performance.
8. Design and deliver learning programs within specific content areas.
9. Monitor, adjust and evaluate training and development within HSN.
10. Apply quality improvement methodology to the program’s processes.
11. Perform analysis of data in order to identify and determine causes of deficiencies and implement strategies for corrective action.
12. Engage and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to achieve required results.
13. Monitor trends in current literature and make evidence-based system improvement recommendations and plans.
14. Provide assistance to other team members as required.
15. Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
16. Participate in the development and review of policies and procedures for the department.
17. Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
18. Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
19. Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
20. Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
1. Minimum of a four (4) year Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Development or Human Resources from an accredited university.
2. Post-secondary diploma in Human Resources is preferred.
3. Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
EXPERIENCE:
1. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Training and Development and/or Leadership/Talent development.
2. Recent experience or training in change management is preferred.
3. Experience with designing and delivering in-person and virtual presentations and learning sessions is required.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
1. Demonstrated knowledge of Organizational Behaviour.
2. Demonstrated facilitation of Group Dynamics and Team Development.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of Management and Organizational Theory.
4. Demonstrated advanced skills in interpersonal communication (e.g. listening, feedback, articulation).
5. Demonstrated advanced skills in building relationships and influencing change. Demonstrated effective use of research methods, statistics and process improvement.
6. Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
7. Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of lean methodology for process improvement.
8. Demonstrated ability in preparation of communications at the Board, Executive and Director level.
9. Demonstrated excellent judgment and proven analytical skills.
10. Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
11. Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
12. Demonstrated effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to organize and prioritize as required.
13. Demonstrate discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
14. Demonstrate commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
1. Demonstrated professionalism and ability to role model positive culture behaviour.
2. Proven ability to work independently and in a interdisciplinary team environment.
3. Demonstrated ability to perform with minimal supervision.
4. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
5. Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
6. Demonstrated positive work record and excellent attendance record.
7. Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
8. Valid driver’s license with access to reliable vehicle.
9. Ability to travel between local sites.
Selection Process: Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required.
Shift: Days
French Language Service Designation: Bilingualism is an Asset
Salary: $82,368.00………………………………………….$ 96,895.50/Annum
Note: This position will be posted until filled.
HSN thanks all applicants.
Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.