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Position: Director, Corporate Services
Organization: Kawartha Conservation
Location: Lindsay, Kawartha Lakes, Ontario

• Full-Time, Permanent (35 hours per week)
• $115,994 - $142,586 annually
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• Competition closes June 30th, 2025

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for operational excellence and public service? Kawartha Conservation is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Director, Corporate Services to lead a diverse portfolio of corporate functions that are essential to our mission to champion watershed health as the recognized leader in natural asset management.

As a key member of our senior leadership team, you will shape the future of our organization by overseeing Finance, Human Resources, IT, Records Management, Health & Safety, and Communications. This is more than a management role—it’s an opportunity to drive innovation, foster a high-performance culture, and ensure organizational resilience in a rapidly evolving public sector landscape.

What You’ll Do

• Lead with Vision: Guide a multidisciplinary team, aligning departmental goals with our Strategic Plan and fostering a collaborative, outcome-driven culture.
• Drive Operational Excellence: Oversee financial planning, audits, and reporting under public sector accounting standards. Ensure compliance with legislation and internal policies.
• Champion People and Culture: Shape HR strategies, support employee development, and promote a safe, inclusive, and engaging workplace.
• Modernize Systems: Advance digital transformation in records management and IT infrastructure to support organizational efficiency and innovation.
• Amplify Our Voice: Lead corporate communications and branding initiatives that enhance public awareness and stakeholder engagement.
• Support Governance: Provide strategic insights and reporting to the Board of Directors, and act as a signing authority on key administrative matters.

Why Kawartha Conservation?

At Kawartha Conservation, we believe that how we work is just as important as what we do. Our culture is built on shared values that guide our decisions, shape our interactions, and define our success:

• Teamwork: We collaborate across departments and disciplines, valuing diverse perspectives and working together to achieve shared goals.
• Client Service: We are committed to delivering high-quality, responsive service to our communities, partners, and stakeholders.
• Integrity and Accountability: We hold ourselves to the highest standards of professionalism, transparency, and ethical conduct.
• Innovation and Learning: We embrace change, encourage curiosity, and invest in continuous improvement and professional development.
• Health, Safety, and Wellbeing: We prioritize a safe, respectful, and supportive work environment where everyone can thrive.
• Positive Work Environment: We foster a culture of inclusion, recognition, and mutual respect—where people feel valued and empowered to contribute.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being and work-life balance, including:

• Group Benefits Plan including health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• OMERS Pension Plan – a secure, defined-benefit pension for long-term financial stability
• Flexible Work Arrangements including hybrid and remote work options
• Generous Vacation and Leave Policies to support rest, family, and personal needs
• Professional Development Opportunities to support your growth and leadership journey
• Employee Wellness Initiatives and a strong commitment to mental health and safety
• Supportive Leadership and a collaborative team environment that values your voice

More information

If this position interests you, please review the full details at: Careers & Volunteering | Join Kawartha Conservation For consideration, applications must be submitted through the Kawartha Conservation application portal and include a Resume and Cover letter.

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We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening, or an interview will be contacted.

All personal information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Kawartha Conservation is an inclusive employer. Accommodations are available under the Ontario’s Human Rights Code.