Human Resources Advisor

Taleo; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compressed work week

Benefits and pension plans

Wellness resources

Discounted fitness programs

Onsite fitness centres

Job summary

The District of West Vancouver is seeking a permanent, full-time Human Resources Advisor to partner with leaders and employees in a unionized public sector environment. The role emphasizes inclusion, belonging, reconciliation and a solutions-oriented approach to HR programs, investigations and workforce relations.

Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources, the successful candidate will coordinate recruitment, provide strategic advice, and maintain compliant practices while building strong

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Progressive experience supporting a broad range of people and organizational initiatives within a unionized public sector environment.
• Collaborative, solutions-oriented professional with strong business acumen and relationship-building skills.
• CPHR designation is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation and advice to managers and staff on HR programs, processes and labor relations matters.
• Lead workplace investigations and provide objective findings and recommendations.
• Ensure practices comply with legislation, collective agreements, policies and procedures.
• Build trust and effective relationships with employees, managers, bargaining agents and external contacts.
• Coordinate and participate in recruitment and selection processes.
• Contribute to other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Relationship-building

Consultation & advisory

Communication & facilitation

Leadership partnership

Education

Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.

The Human Resources Department has an opening for a permanent, full-time Human Resources Advisor. We are seeking a relationship-focused HR professional with a strategic mindset and a passion for partnering with leaders and employees to foster an engaged, high-performing workplace, while approaching their work through a lens of inclusion, belonging, and reconciliation.

Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources, this position is responsible for:

• Providing consultation and advice to managers and staff on a wide range of human resource programs, processes, initiatives and labour relations matters;
• Leading workplace investigations related to employee relations matters and providing objective findings, advice, and recommendations;
• Ensuring that practices are consistent and comply with legislation, collective agreements, administrative regulations, policies and procedures;
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, managers, bargaining agents, and external contacts, and interacting in a manner that builds trust, credibility, and rapport;
• Coordinating, guiding, and participating in the recruitment and selection process; and,
• Participating in other duties and special projects, as assigned.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Human Resources or a related field and progressive experience supporting a broad range of people and organizational initiatives within a unionized public sector environment. They are a collaborative and solutions-oriented professional with strong business acumen, exceptional relationship-building skills, and the ability to partner effectively with leaders and employees. The successful candidate demonstrates empathy, patience, and responsiveness, applying an inclusive and people-centered approach to their advice, decision-making, and workplace interactions. They exercise sound judgment, possess excellent communication and facilitation skills, demonstrate strong organizational capabilities and a commitment to continuous improvement. A CPHR designation is considered an asset.

The District offers an optional compressed work week and excellent benefits and pension plans. Employees also have access to wellness resources, including mental health supports, discounted fitness programs and access to onsite fitness centres.

The successful candidate will be required to supply an acceptable police information check and a copy of their credentials. A personal vehicle and a valid BC Driver’s License are required.

Position Status:

Exempt – Permanent, Full-time

Hours of Work:

35 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.