Director of HR, Academic Medicine (Hybrid)

Dalhousie University; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Canada is seeking a Director of Human Resources to oversee the HR portfolio within the Faculty of Medicine. This role involves strategic leadership, managing HR services, and supporting faculty and staff. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and at least seven years of HR experience. The position offers a hybrid work model based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and values diverse staff contributions to equity and inclusion initiatives.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Health and dental plans

Health spending account

Employee assistance program

Tuition assistance program

Qualifications

• Seven years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resources.
• Proven sound judgement in HR issues.
• Ability to manage large portfolios while balancing competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Resolve faculty/staff labour relations issues.
• Lead HR projects and policy development.
• Oversee recruitment and appointment processes.
• Direct supervision of HR Advisors.
• Collaborate on professional development sessions.

Skills

Relationship-building

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Management skills

Leadership skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business Administration or Public Administration

Job description

A leading educational institution in Canada is seeking a Director of Human Resources to oversee the HR portfolio within the Faculty of Medicine. This role involves strategic leadership, managing HR services, and supporting faculty and staff. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and at least seven years of HR experience. The position offers a hybrid work model based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and values diverse staff contributions to equity and inclusion initiatives.