Chief Human Resources Officer

Western Computer; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency in Toronto seeks a Chief Human Resources Officer to drive HR initiatives aligned with their organizational goals. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in HR leadership within the public sector, demonstrated expertise in legislation, and a strong strategic planning capacity. This hybrid position requires exceptional political acumen and experience in managing projects and stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience, primarily in public sector.
• Expert knowledge of employment legislation and regulations.
• Exceptional judgment and political acumen.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and guidance to HR division.
• Oversee HR services including Recruitment, Compensation, and Employee Relations.
• Develop and maintain HR-related guidelines and procedures.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Employee Relations

Financial Oversight

Education

University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology

Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL)

Certified Human Resources Executive (CHRE)

Job description

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About the Job

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) safeguards and enhances the health and well-being of watershed communities for more than 5M people. TRCA protects the integrity and health of the rivers, creeks, and shorelines in our jurisdiction while protecting, restoring, and enhancing a system of green and natural spaces that sustain local ecosystems and advance sustainable practices that improve people’s lives. If you share TRCA’s passion for the environment and support their mission to protect, conserve and restore natural resources and develop resilient communities through education, the application of science, community engagement, service excellence, and collaboration, then this opportunity is for you.

The Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) provides strategic leadership, advice, and guidance to the Human Resources division, playing a critical role in aligning HR initiatives with organizational goals. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CHRO is accountable for strategic planning, divisional performance, and reporting. This role oversees the division’s budget, including leading the budgeting process and maintaining accountability for overall financial performance.

The CHRO is responsible for providing leadership oversight of organization wide HR services including Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Compensation, Payroll, Benefits, Employee Relations, Recruitment & Selection, Talent Management, Disability Management, Learning and Development, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and proactive Health & Safety management. Additionally, the CHRO develops and maintains HR-related guidelines, processes, and procedures for TRCA, working collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team to standardize procedures and ensure compliance with relevant external technical standards.

The ideal candidate will hold a university degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field, along with a Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) or Certified Human Resources Executive (CHRE) designation.

They will bring over 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience—primarily in the public sector—including experience working with boards and councils. A strong background in strategic planning, business planning, service delivery, financial oversight, and employee relations is essential, as is experience managing major projects and presenting at the Board level. The successful candidate will demonstrate expert knowledge of employment legislation, including the Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, WSIA, Ontario Human Rights Code, AODA, and the Pay Equity Act. They will possess exceptional judgment, political acumen, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments, mediate issues, and make sound, organization-wide decisions.

To Apply

To fill this position, the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers.

For more information, please contact Diana Rucchin of Odgers or submit your resume and letter of interest online to https://en-careers.odgers.com/en-ca/job/30531/ by Monday, July 21st, 2025.

We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

Odgers is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all the work that we do. As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our DEI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our Self-Declaration Form.

Location: Canada (Hybrid)