Program Consultant, Learning & Development-Second Language Training
City of Ottawa · Ottawa, ON, ON · On site · Full time
Requisition ID: 23872
Department: Finance and Corporate Services Dept.
Service: Human Resources Services
Employment Type: 1 Full-time Temporary -
Work Hours: 35.00 /hours per week
Affiliation: MPE/New City MPE
Salary Information: $81,359.46 - $102,891.88 annually (2025 rates of pay)
Location: 100 Constellation, Nepean
Job Category: Administrative and Support Services
Application Close: 09/11/2026
JOB SUMMARY
You are responsible for the development, delivery and continuous improvement of the City's corporate second-language training and language proficiency testing programs in support of bilingual service delivery and organizational language requirements. Working collaboratively with senior management, French Language Services, employees and Learning and Development practitioners, you identify development needs, provide expert advice and coaching to managers, and design and implement learning solutions that enhance employee language proficiency and promote a bilingual workplace culture.
You are coordinate the corporate language proficiency testing program, including the selection and implementation of assessment tools to meet organizational requirements. You serve as an advisor on second-language training and testing matters; conduct research and recommend program and policy improvements; oversee procurement activities and service provider contracts, including the development and evaluation of RFPs; and supervise one Program Assistant.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 4 year university degree in Linguistics, Second Language Teaching, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field, with specialization in Adult Education, Training or Organizational Effectiveness
Minimum of 5 years of related experience in providing French or English Second Language training and testing services and managing projects, with specialist experience in Adult Learning
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
Certificate in teaching French or English as a second language to adults is desirable Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designation is desirable KNOWLEDGE
A thorough working knowledge of principles and practices of adult education, as well as learning and development practices and evaluation methodologies
Second Language training and testing principles and practices
Knowledge and application of non-classroom learning methodologies such as web based training
Thorough knowledge and application of project management methodologi
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