Director, Great Lakes Regional Office
International Joint Commission · Windsor · EX02 · Open to the public
Open May 21 to June 8, 2026
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Director, Great Lakes Regional Office
International Joint Commission
Closing date: June 8, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time
IJC26J-080095-000062
26-IJC-EA-17
Windsor (Ontario)
Term position for four (4) years.
$154,178 to $181,365
EX-02
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
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- Operational Requirements
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- Language requirements (essential for the job)
- You may need (asset qualifications)
- Our commitment
- Equity, diversity and inclusion
- Preference
- How to apply
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About the position
The Director is accountable for the overall management of the scientific/technical programs, human resources and financial resources and facilities of the bi-nationally staffed and funded Great Lakes regional office (GLRO). This includes but is not limited to oversight of the office’s professional and support staff; development and submission of a draft office budget for Commission approval; assurance that the operations of the office are within budget and comply with relevant Canadian and US laws and regulations; and, serving as the senior contact on behalf of the GLRO in engagements with governments, stakeholders, rightsholders and the public. The basic purpose of the GLRO is to provide support to the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement (GLWQA) boards and to the Commission. GLRO is one of the IJC’s three offices and its Director is under the supervision of the Commission. While the mandate of the GLRO is focused on the Great Lakes pursuant to the GLWQA, its priorities are integrated into the broader IJC mandate and priorities, delivery of which is overseen by the Secretaries of the United States and of the Canadian Sections of the IJC.
The intent of this process is to staff one term position for a period of four years. This appointment cannot be extended.
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Conditions of employment
• In possession of a valid driver’s license in Canada or the United States.
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You need (essential for the job)
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• *Recent and **significant experience providing authoritative and strategic advice and recommendations to ***senior management on water related issues.
• *Recent and **significant experience in liaising or collaborating with various levels of government, academia, non-profit organizations and/or the private sector.*Recent means within the last five years,
**Significant means a minimum of three years experience acquired during full-time employment with the federal or provincial government, or the private sector.
***Senior management is defined as Director General level or higher.
• Knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and perspectives of key Great Lakes authorities, rightsholders and stakeholders with respect to water quality in Canada and the United States.
• Mobilize People
• Uphold Integrity and Respect
• Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
• Promote Innovation and Guide Change
• Achieve Results
Language requirements (essential for the job)
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You may need (asset qualifications)
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• Experience in managing binational or international consultations or engagements.
Our commitment
We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
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Equity, diversity and inclusion
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.
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Preference
Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.
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How to apply
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We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.