Lead with influence. Navigate change. Shape the future of leadership. Do you have the knowledge and expertise to lead and be a change champion in the adoption of modern leadership development and strategic adult education? If so, consider this unique prospect to build and execute leadership development and coaching solutions for the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

About Us
The Leadership Unit serves the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) within the mandate of the Office of Professionalism, Respect, Inclusion and Leadership (OPRIL) and in collaboration with many organizational resources to support the OPP Leadership Continuum as the development pathway for leadership talent, potential and culture. We aspire to build, grow and sustain leadership competence and confidence to meet the challenges of a dynamic external policing environment and, in equal measure, a people-centred leadership approach to all employees of the OPP. To learn more about the Ontario Provincial Police, visit OPP.ca About the job In this role, you will:
• Provide leadership and direction to staff with a focus on strategic planning and program oversight related to OPP executive development, leadership training, curriculum design and the Awards and Recognition program.
• Consult with OPP bureaus and regions, leading and overseeing the development and integration of support for a variety of leadership training and awards and recognition initiatives and programs.
• Lead development of key partnerships and consultation frameworks and direct and manage consultation processes.
• Ensure that key partners are engaged in the development of new leadership training and change initiatives.
• Navigate competing priorities, sensitive issues, and organizational change.
• Lead effective teams through change management principles. What you bring to the team Mandatory requirements
• Ability to pass an OPP background/ security investigation. Leadership and Management Experience
• Leadership experience guiding teams through complex change, building commitment, managing resistance, and achieving organizational objectives.
• Demonstrated success in strategic leadership to foster an environment of continuous improvement,



creativity, and excellence.
• Collaborative leadership incorporating the principles of inclusion and diversity across all elements of your management style.
• Knowledge of human resources theories, principles, and practices to lead talent management/succession planning activities and uphold performance standards. Adult Education and Leadership Development
• Experience in researching, developing and implementing leadership capability frameworks.
• Ability to lead the development of standards and performance measurement methods for the leadership development framework, including design evaluation plans.
• Experience providing strategic expertise in adult education and training methodologies, including needs assessment, program design, and emerging trends. Strategic Thinking
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures for responsiveness to changing priorities and financial constraints.
• Ability to analyze and address technological issues raised by students, staff, and partners.
• Demonstrated experience recognizing emerging technological trends and their impact on training operations, delivery mechanisms, and standards. Relationship Management and Communication Skills
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with counterparts, ensuring consistency in the application of policies, procedures, submission of reports, and planning documents.
• Effective consultation and negotiation skills to build credibility and consensus with colleagues, internal/external partners, and senior management.
• Political acuity to balance stakeholder interests, provide strategic advice, and protect organizational reputation. Additional information Address:
• 1 English Permanent, 777 Memorial Ave, Orillia, Central Region,



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How to apply
• You must apply online.
• Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
• Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
• Read the

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• OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
• If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours. All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Remember: The deadline to apply is Monday, November 16, 2026 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

📌 Senior Manager, Leadership and Awards (Orillia)
🏢 Ontario Provincial Police
📍 Orillia