
Employment
Current Opportunities
Please choose Current Job Openings to search for positions. You can then enter a keyword/department or click 'Search Jobs' to see all current opportunities. Internal candidates must choose Current Job Openings and then choose the link under Richmond Hill Employees.
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You can apply for available employment opportunities through our online application system. To get started:
We'll only contact you if you're selected for an interview. Applications are protected through the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and following the Municipal Act, personal information gathered through your resume submission is used for employment purposes only. We keep your resume for six months from the date you submit it. The Manager, Employee and Labour Relations, Compensation and Recruitment will answer any questions you have about the collection of this information. Don't have Internet access? You can use the computer in Access Richmond Hill on the Ground Floor of the Municipal Offices (225 East Beaver Creek). |
Corporate Values and Leadership Competencies
Values
Richmond Hill is passionate about exceptional public service and we work together to demonstrate how we care about each other and the community we serve. Our corporate values help our decision-making and identify what our organization cares about, and they apply corporately to our culture and day-to-day activities and responsibilities. Care, Collaboration, Courage and Service are the words that describe this − what we do, who we are, and how we interact with each other and our community. They help frame a common understanding of how we should interact with each other, and with residents, visitors, businesses and other stakeholders.
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Leadership Competencies
The purpose of Richmond Hill’s Leadership Competencies is to create a shared vision, and a strong identity and culture. It also supports Richmond Hill’s Human Resources’ processes and practices, such as recruitment and selection, learning and development, performance management and workforce planning. The Leadership Competencies ensure Richmond Hill hires, promotes and develops leaders with the skills and behaviours to achieve our vision, mission and Strategic Plan.
Leadership Competencies outline the critical success factors for the performance of our staff at all levels of the organization:
- Shapes the future: Anticipates and understands emerging trends and needs, brings vision and strategic direction, and identifies and applies innovative solutions to leave the organization better than when you arrived.
- Navigates and leads through complexity and change: Leads and successfully adapts to internal and external change in a complex public sector environment with multiple stakeholders and competing demands.
- Builds people and culture: Empowers, supports and invests in staff and corporate culture.
- Cultivates open communication: Develops, fosters and demonstrates open communication to involve, engage and inspire others.
- Demonstrates personal leadership: Having self-awareness and taking personal responsibility about one’s impact on others and striving for continuous personal growth and development as a leader.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions about municipal jobs in Richmond Hill:
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| After you submit your resumé online, you will receive an email to confirm that we received it and that your information is now in the system. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please reapply online. |
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Applications must be submitted through the Current Openings link. Resumés cannot be faxed or emailed to us. |
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Will I be considered for other open positions when I apply for one position or do I need to apply for each job separately? |
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You must apply to each position you are interested in. |
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Can I contact the hiring manager or recruiter directly? |
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Due to the high volume of applications we receive unfortunately we are unable to personally respond to individual inquiries from applicants. Please do not contact Human Resources directly about your application. You must apply online through the Current Openings section. We review all applications and will contact you if we have any questions. |
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How do I know if I qualify and should apply for a position? |
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Richmond Hill's job postings include a qualifications section. Apply for the job through the Current Openings section if you are sure your qualifications and experience match the requirements. |
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How do I apply for a job with Richmond Hill? |
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Submit your application online through the Current Openings section. If you do not have internet access, there is a computer available in Access Richmond Hill on the ground floor of the Municipal Offices (225 East Beaver Creek). |
Freedom of Information
Applications are protected through the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and, following the Municipal Act, personal information gathered through your resumé submission is used for employment purposes only.
The Manager of Human Resources will answer any questions you have about the collection of this information.
Accessibility
Our Employment Accommodation Procedures also support Richmond Hill's Accessibility Policy and standards outlined by the AODA.
You can learn more about the accessibility at the City of Richmond Hill in our accessibility section.
