Posted 17 days ago
Leader, Strategy & Performance - AMENDMENT
@ City of Calgary
Calgary, Alberta
Overview
The City of Calgary is hiring a Leader, Strategy and Performance for Human Resources strategy, performance and project portfolio management. The role leads the HR Project Management Office and business strategy functions, sets direction and governance, and ensures leadership receives decision-ready information. Compensation is Level A2, $115,627 to $144,534 per annum, on a standard 35-hour week with a 5-day schedule and 1 day off in a 3-week cycle.
Pay:
$115,627–$144,534 a year
Responsibilities:
- Lead HR Project Management Office and Business Strategist
- Integrate HR planning, performance and budget reporting
- Oversee HR Service Framework and performance measures
- Set expectations for HR analytics and senior-ready insights
- Represent portfolio matters in governance discussions
Requirements summary:
- Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Planning, Economics or Project Management
- At least 8 years of related experience
- At least 3 years of formal people leadership
- Knowledge of project portfolio governance and KPIs
- Strong communication and facilitation skills
- Proof of qualifications before employment
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-20
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-20
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Manager |
| Department | Human resources |
| Experience | 8+ years |
| Management experience | 3+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 35 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Business Administration, Public Administration, Planning, Economics, Project Management |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Retirement plan |
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City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more. A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life. Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers. To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher, Jaci Spence-Eising or Bishop Ekpa on LinkedIn.
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City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Government Administration |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Calgary, Alberta, T2P2M5 |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Year founded | 1894 |
| Specialties | GovernmentMunicipalCivicProvincialPublic ServicePublic SectorTransportationLight Rapid TransitFireFighterPolice Officer |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 70 |
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If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As a Leader, Strategy and Performance, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for Human Resources (HR) strategy, performance and project portfolio management. You will lead a section that brings together the HR Project Management Office and business strategy functions, helping HR connect its plans, performance information, risks, projects and capital priorities within HR as well as departmental and corporate outcomes. You will work with the HR management team to set direction, align priorities, strengthen governance and ensure leadership receives timely and decision-ready information. Primary duties include:
- Provide leadership oversight to the Team Lead, HR Project Management Office and the Business Strategist, including setting priorities, assigning work, coaching, reviewing deliverables, managing performance and supporting employee development.
- Lead the integration of HR strategic and short-term planning, performance measurement, key performance indicator reporting, risk reporting, business analysis, financial monitoring and capital budget oversight.
- Oversee the reporting of the HR Service Framework and performance measures and client facing feedback loops.
- Set expectations for HR performance reporting and analytics, review outputs and ensure insights and recommendations are accurate, relevant and ready for senior leadership decisions.
- Identify and implement practical improvements that strengthen planning, governance, reporting, accountability and overall business results.
- Represent strategy, performance and project portfolio matters in leadership, sponsor and governance discussions; frame issues, support escalation and facilitate alignment across HR and corporate partners.
- Work with the HR senior management team, HR leadership, project sponsors, Finance, business units, and data and technology partners.
Qualifications
- A degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Planning, Economics, Project Management or a related field.
- At least 8 years of related experience in strategic planning, performance measurement, business analysis, project governance or public-sector service delivery, including at least 3 years of formal people leadership experience.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
- Demonstrated experience leading staff, setting priorities, coaching, managing performance and enabling work through others in a large, complex organization.
- Experience integrating planning, performance, risk, budget and project portfolio information to support leadership decisions.
- Knowledge of project portfolio governance, performance measurement, key performance indicators, reporting and business planning practices.
- The ability to lead through influence, build strong partnerships and navigate competing priorities in a matrix environment.
- Strong communication, facilitation, report-writing, negotiation, change management and relationship-management skills.
- Sound judgment and a practical, collaborative and solutions-focused approach to problem solving.
Pre-employment Requirements
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle
This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Position and Pay Information
- Business Unit: Human Resources
- Union: Exempt
- Position Type: 1 Permanent
- Compensation: Level A2 $115,627 - 144,534 per annum
- Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week.
- Days of work: This position works a 5-day work week with 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
- Location: 800 Macleod Trail SE
- Audience: Internal/External
- Apply By: November 27, 2026
- Job ID: 315524
- Amendment: Apply By date
Amendment Date: November 4, 2026
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