Operational Trainer - Offres d'emploi au Canada - jobs-ca.com

Requisition ID: 23162  
Department: Public Works Dept. 
Service: Operational Performance & Devel Services 
Employment Type: 1 Full-time Temporary - Up to 18 months 
Work Hours: 35.00 /hours per week
Affiliation: CIPP/CIPP 
Salary Information: $85,947.68 - $104,577.20  annually (2025 rates of pay)
Location: 100 Constellation, Nepean  
Job Category: Administrative and Support Services 
Application Close: 04/11/2026
JOB SUMMARY

The Public Works Learning and Development team is dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth within PWD, ensuring that all employees have access to the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to perform their roles safely and effectively—while also empowering them to take ownership of their development journeys. Our goal is to accelerate individual growth and organizational impact by making learning accessible, meaningful, and sustainable.

The Operational Trainer is responsible for the design, development, facilitation, delivery, and evaluation of operational training and development programs within the Public Works Department (PWD). This role focuses on building internal skills and capacity by addressing employee and leadership development needs, ensuring programs are aligned with strategic goals and operational realities. It leads the creation of customized learning content and facilitates sessions that support workforce development, succession planning, and the growth of future departmental leaders. Emphasis is placed on strengthening leadership competencies, enhancing team effectiveness, and embedding a culture of continuous learning across the department.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of a 4-year university degree/diploma in education, human resources, business administration or a related field that includes development and delivering courses.

Must have minimum 4 years of relevant experience in training, user experience (UX) design, or course development. 

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

Certificate in Adult Education or related training & development, coaching/mentoring program is desirable

KNOWLEDGE

Strong understanding of user design/UX principles such as usability, accessibility, aesthetics, information architecture, and user research 

Proficiency in eLearning, instructor-led, and blended training methodologies.

Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Experience working in a government or regulatory environment.

Business analysis practices, techniques and report writing

Techniques for program design, development, implementation and evaluation

Research, surveying, data collection and analyses methodologies

Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Innovative mindset and a passion for using technology in training

Customer service oriented

Possess excellent consultative, collaboration and interpersonal skills

Demonstrate leadership and initiative

Aptitude to work with and learn new computer applications/systems

Able to work independently, and cooperatively and collaboratively with all staff as part of a team  

Able to compile data and write reports in a clear, concise, logical and effective manner

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing

Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements. 

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We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. 

The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions. 
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.

The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424 extension 12211 or via email at .

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