Full time Specialist, Performance and Development (12 Month Contract)

Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Algonquin College is seeking a Specialist, Employee Performance & Development, to join our Employee Learning & Development team on a one-year contract. You will coach leaders through talent and performance decisions while strengthening succession planning, career development, leadership capability, and workforce readiness.

In this hands-on role you may facilitate talent discussions, analyze data, design practical tools and learning experiences, and move work from concept through to

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Psychology, Business, or related field; equivalent combination considered.
• Progressive HR experience in talent management, performance development, succession planning, or leadership development.
• CHRP/CHRL designation would be an asset.
• Experience designing or improving programs, processes, or tools.
• Strong coaching, communication, analytical and organizational skills; ability to influence leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and continually improve performance development, talent management, succession planning, and career development programs; coach leaders and facilitate discussions on performance, development, talent, leadership, and workforce readiness.
• Coordinate annual performance and talent cycles, including system enablement, calibration, reporting, and process improvement.
• Use data and technology to identify insights, streamline processes, and create practical tools and resources.
• Collaborate across the College to advance inclusive, evidence-based talent practices while handling confidential information with sound judgement.
• Provide 1:1 coaching on career development and growth.

Skills

Coaching

Talent management

Performance development

Leadership development

Data analysis

HR analytics

Communication

Influence leaders

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/OD/Psych/Business

CHRP/CHRL designation

Tools

Workday

Job description

Job Description

Are you energized by turning talent strategy into something leaders can actually use? Algonquin College is looking for a Specialist, Employee Performance & Development, to join our Employee Learning & Development team for a one-year contract. In this hands-on, influential role, you will coach leaders through talent and performance decisions while strengthening succession planning, career development, leadership capability, and workforce readiness. Your work could include facilitating talent discussions, improving a Workday process, analyzing data, or designing practical tools and learning experiences. We are looking for someone who can navigate complexity, challenge established approaches, and move work from concept through to implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and continuously improve the College’s performance development, talent management, succession planning, and career development programs; Coach leaders and facilitate discussions about performance, employee development, talent, leadership capability, and workforce readiness;
• Coordinate annual performance and talent cycles, including system enablement, calibration, reporting, and process improvement;
• Use data and technology to identify insights, streamline processes, and create practical tools and resources;
• Collaborate across the College to advance inclusive, evidence-based talent practices while handling confidential information with sound judgement and discretion.
• Provide 1:1 coaching on career development and growth.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Psychology, Business, or a related field. An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered;
• Progressive Human Resources experience, with demonstrated experience in talent management, performance development, succession planning, leadership development, organizational development, or a related area;
• A CHRP, CHRL, coaching, or other relevant professional designation would be considered an asset;
• Experience designing, implementing, or improving programs, processes, or tools;
• Strong coaching, communication, consultation, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to influence leaders and translate information into practical recommendations;
• Experience using HR systems (Workday Preferred) or digital tools to support talent, performance, succession, or employee development programs;
• Sound judgement and demonstrated ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.

You will be well positioned to succeed in this role if you bring:

• Strong coaching skills and the confidence to help leaders navigate complex performance, talent, development, and workforce decisions;
• An ownership mindset, sound judgement, and the ability to move initiatives from concept through to implementation;
• Strategic thinking and business acumen, with the ability to turn organizational priorities into practical solutions;
• Experience advancing inclusive talent practices and expanding equitable access to development and career opportunities;
• Experience working in a unionized, public-sector, or postsecondary environment;
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI and digital tools to enhance productivity, support research and analysis, streamline administrative processes, and improve overall work efficiency.

*Vacancy is for P19276 * Position is paid at Payband 10 *12 Month contract with possibility of extension

This position is eligible for hybrid work in conjunction with the College's Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. With an expectation of minimum 2 days onsite

https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change).

Why Join Algonquin College?

Compensation: Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans designed to support your well-being. Eligibility for benefits vary by position.

Benefits | Careers Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion), certifications, workshops, and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career.

About Us | Employee Learning and Development. Availability depends on role and employment status.

Company Culture: Our values of caring, learning, integrity, and respect define how we interact with one another. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment. Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity for 2024 Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA): We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policy, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued.

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How We Use AI in Hiring: Algonquin College uses artificial intelligence technology to assist in screening and assessing applicants and their applications, while ensuring that all processes respect and uphold the provisions of applicable collective agreements above all else.

Accessibility: Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful workplace. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, and individuals from diverse communities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department at [e-mail]. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

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