Talent Management Senior Manager

Talent Management Senior ManagerParliamentary Protective Service | Human Resources Sector – Talent Management

Location: Ottawa, OntarioEmployment: Indeterminate, 1 positionLevel: PE-05 / PSA-09Salary: $96,886 to $127,494 (under review), based on a 35-hour work weekClosing date: October 29, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

Pacific TimeReference: PPS26J-050300-000044Selection process: 26-SPP-PPS-188About the opportunityJoin a dynamic team of HR professionals dedicated to shaping the future of talent management.As Senior Manager, Talent Management, you will play a key leadership role in delivering strategic and operational human resources services that support the Parliamentary Protective Service's people and business objectives.We are looking for an experienced HR leader with expertise across multiple areas of talent management, including:RecruitmentWorkforce planningJob evaluationPerformance managementHR programsCompetency-based managementYou will serve as a trusted advisor, translating HR strategies into practical solutions and helping the organization navigate complex people-management issues.You will also lead, coach and mentor a dedicated Talent Management team while fostering collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.This is an opportunity to influence organizational success, lead meaningful HR initiatives, and design and implement talent solutions in a fast-paced operational environment.What you'll bringEducationA university degree from a recognized institution in:Industrial relationsHuman resourcesPublic or business administrationLawPolitical scienceAnother related fieldORAn acceptable combination of education, training and experience.ExperienceYou must have:Recent and significant experience leading complex talent management initiatives, including providing strategic advice to senior management.Significant experience designing, implementing or substantially improving recruitment processes, tools or service-delivery models.Significant experience building trusted relationships and influencing clients, partners or senior leaders in complex or sensitive situations.Recent experience leading and managing human resources in a complex organizational environment.For this process, recent experience means experience acquired within the last eight years. Significant experience normally represents approximately five years of depth and breadth performing the relevant duties.What we'll assessCandidates will be assessed on:KnowledgeHow recruitment data, performance measures and digital tools can be used to improve service delivery and hiring outcomes.CompetenciesInnovative and Practical Problem SolvingDiplomacy and InfluenceHands-on Leadership and Team DevelopmentAbility to Deliver Results Under Pressure and AmbiguityLanguage requirementsBilingual Imperative: CBC/CBCCandidates must meet the required bilingual proficiency to be appointed.AssetsThe following would be considered assets:A recognized professional designation in Human Resources or Talent Management.Recent experience developing inclusive attraction, sourcing or recruitment strategies for diverse talent pools.Experience using recruitment technology, automation, analytics, dashboards or performance indicators to improve efficiency, service quality or hiring outcomes.Experience with the Hay Plan job evaluation methodology.Recent and significant experience developing corporate HR strategies or programs within the public sector.Significant experience with HR analytics and HR KPI reporting.What we offerThe Parliamentary Protective Service offers:Public service health, dental and vision care insurance plansA 35-hour standard work weekMinimum four weeks of paid vacationFree on-site fitness facilitiesEmployee and Family Assistance ProgramFlexible work schedulesA centrally located workplace in downtown OttawaConvenient access to O-Train Parliament Station and major OC Transpo and STO bus routesThe Parliamentary Protective Service is a separate and distinct organization and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act. It has its own classification, compensation and staffing regimes. Employees continue to be part of the federal government and have access to the public service pension and insurance benefit plans.Who can applyCanadian citizens and permanent residents residing in the National Capital Region.Conditions of employmentThe successful candidate must obtain and maintain:Site Access ClearancePPS Enhanced Reliability StatusSecurity screening is separate from the selection process and includes forms, fingerprinting, background and reference checks, as well as a security interview.The successful candidate must also be willing and able to:Work occasional evenings and weekends, sometimes on short notice.Carry a mobile device and respond to clients when operationally required.Our commitmentWe are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process.Candidates who require accommodation during any stage of the assessment process are encouraged to contact the hiring team. Accommodation information will be treated confidentially.Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces are encouraged to self-identify when applying.Ready to apply?Your application must demonstrate clearly how your education and experience meet the requirements above.Application deadline: October 29, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Pacific TimeApply through the official GC Jobs posting:https://emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.ca/psrs-srfp/applicant/page1800?poster=2464468Questions: hr-rh@pps-spp.parl.gc.ca