25-49 Senior Human Resources Manager, Regular Full Time

Township of Esquimalt; Esquimalt; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Township of Esquimalt is seeking an experienced Senior Human Resources Manager to lead HR strategies and programs that foster an inclusive culture and engage employees. The role involves overseeing core HR functions, managing collective agreements, and promoting a positive workplace environment. Applicants should have a degree in human resources management or equivalent, along with significant experience in labor relations, preferably within local government.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive senior human resources leadership experience in a unionized setting.
• Experience in collective bargaining preferred.
• Strong experience in managing collective agreements and fostering positive union-management relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR strategies and programs to support employee engagement and organizational strategies.
• Oversee core HR functions and provide strategic leadership in labour relations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant employment and labour legislation.

Skills

Labour relations

Conflict resolution

Collaborative problem-solving

Education

Undergraduate degree in human resources management, public administration, business administration or equivalent

Job description

25-49 Senior Human Resources Manager, Regular Full Time

Located on the traditional territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən Peoples, the Township of Esquimalt acknowledges its neighbouring First Nations and is committed to building strong and enduring relationships with the Kosapsum and Songhees First Nations.

The Township of Esquimalt, with a population of over 17,000 is recognized as a vibrant, distinct, resilient, and diverse community for people to discover, feel welcome and belong. The Township is home to Canada’s Pacific Navy and boasts extensive amenities including beautiful parks and beaches, scenic waterfront walkways as well as modern recreational facilities.

About our organization:

With a high functioning, progressive Council and leadership team, and dedicated, engaged staff, the Township is an organization committed to working collaboratively to continue making Esquimalt one of the most desirable places to live, work and play.

The Township of Esquimalt is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become.

About the opportunity:

The Township is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Senior Human Resource Manager. Reporting to the CAO, this position leads the organization in HR strategies and programs that support employees and organizational strategies. The Senior HR Manager is a vital part of the senior leadership team and plays a critical role in fostering a high-performance, inclusive culture where employees are engaged and aligned with organizational values and objectives.

In addition to overseeing core HR functions, the Senior Human Resource Manager will provide strategic leadership in labour relations, including managing collective agreements, leading negotiations, supporting positive union-management relationships, and ensuring compliance with relevant employment and labour legislation. The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in labour relations, conflict resolution, and collaborative problem-solving to promote a respectful and productive workplace.

Our preferred candidate:

The ideal candidate will have a undergraduate degree in human resources management, public administration, business administration, or equivalent with a minimum of 7 years of progressive senior human resources leadership experience in a unionized setting, preferably in local government, with experience in collective bargaining.

Prior to applying, please review the attached job description above, which provides a detailed outline of key duties and required qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Please submit your resume and covering letter quoting competition no. 25-49 by 4:00 p.m. on August 20, 2025to: [e-mail] .

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.