Manager, Organizational Development

Gateway Casinos & Entertainment; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 84,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Gateway Casinos & Entertainment is seeking a passionate Organizational Development professional for an 18-month role to lead initiatives that enhance employee development and culture. This opportunity involves managing a team, overseeing strategic programs, and collaborating with leadership across various locations. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree, have significant management experience, and advanced certifications, aiming to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing teams and delivering programs.
• Certifications in HR, coaching, or relevant fields.
• Experience with performance frameworks and learning technologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage the OD team and service delivery, ensuring successful program deployment.
• Lead migration of learning management system and update performance management frameworks.
• Design and implement a new succession management framework.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Behavior

Adult Education

Change Management

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Development or related field

Job description

Job Type:

Full-Time

Salary Range:

$84,199 - $105,249

Position Overview

Are you a seasoned leader passionate about training and development? We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Organizational Development (OD) professional to lead our OD team during leave coverage for approximately 18 months. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact by guiding key strategic initiatives and supporting the growth and development of our people and culture.

Gateway’s OD and TA team is based out of Burnaby, with the flexibility to work hybrid from anywhere in Alberta, BC, or Ontario. Occasional travel between sites in BC, AB, and ON is required.

This position will manage a small team, ensuring the successful delivery of Organizational Development programs and initiatives across the company. The role focuses on delivering a positive impact on employee experience and works collaboratively with corporate and site leadership to align employee development with business strategy and performance. Key projects include:

• Managing the team and service delivery, including organizational development and training.
• Managing a learning management system migration project.
• Updating the performance management framework for 2025/2026, collaborating with the compensation team and key partners to align with business strategy.
• Designing and implementing a new succession management framework.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, focusing on Organizational Development, Leadership, Organizational Behavior, Adult Education, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of related experience, including supervising or managing a team, designing, and delivering programs.
• Relevant designations and certifications (change management, project management, HR professional, coaching, etc.) reflecting a commitment to continuous learning.
• Experience with performance management frameworks and learning technologies and platforms.

Who We Are

Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited ("Gateway") is one of the largest and most diversified gaming and entertainment companies in Canada, with 31 gaming properties across British Columbia, Ontario, and Alberta. Employing approximately 7,200 people, Gateway features around 391 table games, 14,288 slots, 81 food and beverage outlets, and 564 hotel rooms.

With over thirty years in the gaming and entertainment industry in Canada, Gateway continues to evolve and expand its offerings, including developing new casino and restaurant brands. The Gateway to Your Future starts with us.

We celebrate and empower our team members, who make it all possible. A career at Gateway means working with great people, being recognized for your contributions, and enjoying career advancement opportunities across our 31 locations. Our employees thrive with ongoing training and leadership programs in a dynamic and fun environment. Discover what it’s like to be part of a team that values your vision, skill, and energy.