Director - Workplace Well Being

NOC 10011 Workplace Well-Being Director or equivalent Non-Digital

Overview

As a Director of Workplace Well-Being, you lead strategic initiatives that foster a healthy, inclusive, and supportive work environment across your organization. You develop and implement comprehensive well-being programs that address physical, mental, and social health, while promoting a positive workplace culture. In this role, you serve as a key advisor to senior leadership on well-being policy, employee engagement, and organizational health metrics. Your responsibilities include designing evidence-based wellness programs, managing well-being budgets and resources, coordinating with occupational health services, and evaluating program effectiveness. You work collaboratively with Human Resources, occupational health professionals, union representatives, and department leadership to identify workplace challenges and implement solutions. You also champion accessibility, mental health awareness, and harassment prevention initiatives. The work environment is dynamic and involves regular interaction with employees at all levels, health care providers, and external well-being experts. You may work standard office hours, though strategic initiatives sometimes require flexibility to accommodate consultations and program launches.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and manage the delivery of workplace well-being services and programs, Supervise and develop staff within the workplace well-being team, Monitor performance metrics and report on results, Develop and implement operational plans and procedures, Manage stakeholder relationships and ensure service quality

Required Skills

HR policy interpretation, Interpersonal skills, Staffing and classification, Conflict resolution, Labour relations knowledge, Team leadership, Operational planning, Stakeholder engagement, Results management

Typical Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent; significant experience in the relevant discipline with demonstrated leadership

Training

You typically require a university degree in Human Resources Management, Psychology, Public Health, Business Administration, or a related field. Many candidates hold a Master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or Health Promotion. Professional certifications such as Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP), Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP), or credentials in occupational health and safety strengthen your candidacy. Continuing professional development is essential. You pursue training in areas such as mental health in the workplace, diversity and inclusion, change management, budget administration, and evidence-based program evaluation. Government of Canada offers professional development through the Canada School of Public Service and departmental learning programs. You stay current with workplace well-being research, best practices, and emerging trends through professional associations and conferences.

Entry Plans

Entry to this Director-level position typically occurs through federal public service competitions. Most candidates have progressed through intermediate Human Resources or Well-Being roles (such as Advisor, Manager, or Senior Advisor positions) to reach the Director level. You may enter as a lateral move from another federal department or agency if you hold equivalent Director-level experience in Human Resources Management or Workplace Well-Being. Some candidates enter the federal public service through Human Resources recruitment streams at lower classifications and advance through promotions and competitions. The Public Service Commission posts Director-level competitions on the Government of Canada's job board (jobs.canada.ca). Candidates with recent relevant experience outside government may compete directly for Director positions if competitions are open to external candidates. Additionally, the Federal Public Service Student Work Program and Co-op placements provide pathways for students and recent graduates to build experience within DND and other departments.

Part-Time Options

Part-time employment is available for this role, though positions are primarily full-time. Flexible work arrangements, including telecommuting and flexible hours, are typically available depending on operational requirements and departmental policy. Remote work options may be negotiated with your manager, especially for administrative tasks and strategic planning work. However, some aspects of this role—such as in-person consultations, program launches, and employee engagement activities—may require on-site presence. Specific flexibility arrangements are determined through discussion with your manager and aligned with DND's Flexible Work Policy.