Executive Director & Human Resources

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Manitoba seeks an Executive Director of Human Resources. This pivotal role focuses on establishing HR objectives, inspiring leadership, and driving HR innovations. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of HR senior management experience, particularly in large, dynamic environments. They will lead a high-performing team while ensuring employee engagement and organizational efficiency. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Workplace flexibility

Health benefits

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR senior management experience.
• Demonstrated results achieved from private sector experience.
• Experience leading effective HR programs in large organizations.

Responsibilities

• Establish key HR objectives and goals.
• Build and lead a high-performing HR team.
• Provide strategic HR advice to the leadership team.

Skills

Employee engagement

Leadership development

Labour relations

Digital solutions advocacy

Executive leadership

Education

Post-secondary degree in human resources or equivalent

Post-graduate degree in health leadership

Training in project management

Job description

Position Overview

As part of the senior human resources team of Shared Health, the Executive Director collaborates to establish, implement and measure the achievement of Shared Health’s key human resources objectives and goals.

• Establish the Health Sciences Centre as a pre‑eminent health care facility in Canada, and a workplace of choice for specialised health care professionals.
• Inspire a culture that builds collaborative teams and supports positive employee experiences that set HSC apart as a Canadian standard for positive staff morale and employee engagement.
• Drive innovation in human resources practices related to the performance management, organisational efficiency and retention of a best‑in‑class health workforce.
• Promote patient safety and best practices in organisational workforce planning, labour relations, recruitment and succession planning, compensation and benefits administration and regulatory and standards compliance.
• Inspire all levels of leadership to develop their skills, knowledge and confidence to be influential leaders of a world‑class health centre.
• Build, direct and lead a team with a culture of client service to provide the complete spectrum of human resources management services to the assigned provincial health services area(s) (e.g., HSC Winnipeg).
• Contribute to and implement policies, programmes and initiatives to support the overall organisational culture, mission and objectives.
• Provide strategic human resources and operational advice to the Chief Operating Officer and the leadership team.

Experience

• 10 years of progressive human resources senior management experience including:
• Recent private sector experience preferred where demonstrated results were achieved and sustained.
• 7 years of senior management experience leading an effective organisation‑wide human resources programme and team delivering the full spectrum of human resources and labour relations management services and programmes in a large, complex, dynamic, unionised organisation and ensuring compliance with accreditation and all applicable employment legislation, personnel policies and organisational standards.
• 5 years of experience contributing to and implementing strategic and operational plans, setting, achieving, evaluating and improving data‑supported outcomes including planning, managing and implementing organisation‑wide change.
• 5 years of experience building and leading a high‑performing advisory human resources team including influencing and collaborating with executives, service partners, labour relations specialists, human resources generalists and internal or external legal counsel.
• 5 years of experience applying strong programme/project management in leading cross‑functional teams on projects, delivering executive‑level presentations and influencing, leading and managing relationships with senior‑level management and key internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience with developing and managing large departmental operational budgets and improving fiscal performance.
• Experience with large information systems, human resources data analytics and information management is an asset.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Post‑secondary degree in human resources or equivalent from an accredited educational institution.
>A post‑graduate degree or diploma in health leadership, management, business or public administration is an asset.
• Specialised training in project management, health management, health policy, process analysis/improvement, organisational change management and cultural awareness are considered assets.

Certification/Licence/Registration

• Must have a valid Manitoba driver’s licence.
• Chartered Professional Human Resources designation with current membership in good standing or equivalent is an asset.
• Certifications in project management, human resources, change management and quality processes are assets.

Qualifications and Skills

• A proven track record of success in building excellence in employee engagement and leadership development.
• Demonstrated leadership in all aspects of labour relations including contract negotiations, labour action planning and management, dispute resolution and administration of collective agreements.
• Demonstrated commitment to championing for digital solutions and innovation in HR practices, supporting and building agile teams that leverage industry best practices.
• Executive leadership capabilities as illustrated by the LEADS in a Caring Environment framework.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work safely in a typical computerised office environment with frequent meetings, and to lift and carry items of up to approximately 10 kg.
• Interruptions to respond to questions from executives and partner organisations are common; the incumbent can schedule dedicated and focused time for planning and concentration.
• Must have a valid Manitoba driver’s licence and use of a personal motor vehicle for regular travel within the province.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should select the “Apply” icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licences/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self‑identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.