Program Director - Culture & Inclusion

Ontario
$162,893-203,616 per year
Permanent
Full-time

9 days ago

Program Director - Culture & InclusionOffice of Culture and Inclusion, Corporate ServicesStatus: Regular Full TimeSalary Range: $162,893 - $203,616 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits)Hire Range: $162,893 - $183,255 per annumWork Mode: Hybrid *see below for more details about this work mode.Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton ONHours of work: 35 hours per weekPeel Region is advancing a bold, enterprise-wide culture and inclusion agenda grounded in our values and guided by our Five-Year Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Strategy (2025–2029). We are seeking a visionary, systems-oriented leader to serve as Program Director, Culture & Inclusion, leading transformation that strengthens belonging, accessibility, trust and accountability—inside the organization and across the community.This role is central to how Peel delivers on its mandate, supports its people, and creates equitable outcomes for residents.Your ImpactReporting to the CFO and Commissioner of Corporate Services, the Program Director, Culture & Inclusion is accountable for the strategic leadership, implementation and evaluation of Peel’s organizational culture, DEI and accessibility priorities.The role plays a critical leadership function in advancing Peel’s Five-Year DEI Strategy (2025–2029), which focuses on:

Embedding equity and inclusion into decision-making, policies, programs and services
Strengthening inclusive leadership, accountability and organizational culture
Removing systemic barriers and advancing accessibility
Building trust and meaningful engagement with communities and employees

Learn more aboutIn this role, you will:

Lead enterprise-wide culture, inclusion, accessibility and transformation strategies aligned to Peel’s long-term strategic priorities and DEI commitments
Act as the corporate point of leadership and advice on organizational culture, DEI and accessibility for senior leaders, Council-facing committees and external partners
Support executive and departmental leadership in identifying, assessing and addressing emerging issues, shifting expectations and complex organizational change
Lead and influence multi-year, cross-organizational transformation initiatives, ensuring strong engagement, communication and adoption
Oversee the strategic and operational leadership of Peel’s art gallery and museum, advancing arts and culture as drivers of inclusion, identity and community connection
Build strong, respectful and trusted relationships with internal stakeholders, community partners, advisory bodies and vendors
Provide regular reporting, recommendations and presentations to the Commissioner, steering committees, Departmental Leadership Teams (DLTs) and Executive Leadership Team (ELT)
Ensure responsible stewardship of operating and capital budgets related to culture, inclusion and transformation initiatives

What You BringEducation & Experience

Post-graduate education in Arts, Social Sciences, Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field
A combination of relevant education, training and progressive leadership experience may be considered in place of formal post-graduate education
A minimum of 7 years of progressive, relevant leadership experience leading organizational change, transformation, culture, equity or inclusion-focused initiatives
A satisfactory Level 2 Criminal Record Check obtained directly from a police station (third-party background checks will not be accepted).
Demonstrated experience advising senior leaders and navigating complex organizational, political and governance environments

Leadership & Capability

Proven success leading complex, system-level change, with the ability to influence without authority
Strong political, organizational and community acumen within a public-sector or similarly complex environment
Deep understanding of how culture, leadership behaviours, systems and structures intersect to drive equity and inclusion
Exceptional communication, presentation and facilitation skills, including engagement with executive leaders and Council, as required
A strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to shift fluidly between vision, planning and execution
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

Assets

Certifications in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Accessibility Planning; Change or Project Management; Organizational Development; Fine Arts or Cultural Management

Belong. Lead. Make an Impact.At Peel, culture is not aspirational—it is intentional. Our values guide how we lead, how we work and how we serve.As Program Director, Culture & Inclusion, you will:

Shape organization-wide culture and leadership practices
Advance equity and accessibility at scale
Influence systems that impact employees, residents and communities
Contribute to a workplace grounded in Inclusion, Care, Collaboration, Transparency and Leadership

Perks@Peel – Why You’ll Love Working HereAt Peel Region, we believe that how we support our people matters. We offer a comprehensive rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, growth and long-term security—so you can do meaningful work while thriving personally and professionally.Perks@Peel include:

Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision benefits, including psychological health coverage, with benefits effective from your start date
Automatic enrolment in the OMERS defined-benefit pension plan, providing long-term financial security
Generous vacation entitlement, accruing monthly, starting at five (5) weeks per year
Three (3) paid personal days plus floating holidays each year
Flexible work hours that support wellness, balance and individual needs
Annual performance reviews and merit-based salary increases, recognizing impact and results
Supportive leadership and a culture of respect, inclusion and care, grounded in Peel’s values
Tuition reimbursement and access to robust learning and development resources, supporting continuous growth and leadership development

At Peel, you’ll find purpose-driven work, supportive leadership and a culture where belonging and excellence go hand-in-hand.Be bold. Think big. Join us.In this role, you’ll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.Interview: Our recruitment process may include video conference technologyKindly ensure to regularly monitor your spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding your application may be directed there.If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.About UsPeel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.Additional InformationPeel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contactPlease be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.

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