Human Resources and Safety Manager

District of Lake Country; Lake Country; Hybrid; CAD 128,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a dynamic Human Resources and Safety Manager in a vibrant community. This role involves developing and implementing HR programs while leading performance improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Human Resources and extensive experience in a unionized setting, demonstrating strong leadership and conflict resolution skills. Join a collaborative team that values positive relationships and offers a competitive salary, hybrid work arrangements, and comprehensive benefits. Experience the best of both worlds in a supportive work culture and the beautiful Okanagan Valley.

Benefits

Generous vacation and wellness leave

100% Employer-covered health and dental benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Attractive municipal pension program

Career and professional development

Collaborative and inclusive work culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in HR or labour relations in a unionized environment.
• Proven ability to manage, direct, coach, and lead employees.

Responsibilities

• Support municipal leadership team and manage employee relations issues.
• Oversee the District’s Safety Program and ensure safe work practices.

Skills

Human Resources Management

Labour Relations

Conflict Resolution

Coaching and Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Human Resources

Job description

Human Resources and Safety Manager

About Lake Country
Situated within the unceded territory of squilx”/syilx (Okanagan) peoples, Lake Country is a vibrant community of approximately 17,400 citizens and is located in the heart of the rapidly growing Okanagan Valley. Lake Country is less than a half hour drive from downtown Kelowna and mere minutes to beautiful orchards, wineries, farms and the serenity of the Okanagan lakes. Lake Country is in close proximity to the Kelowna International Airport and the University of British Columbia – Okanagan. Residents enjoy hot summers and temperate winters with boundless opportunities for year-round recreation – from water sports to cycling, golfing, skiing, hiking and much more. If you are searching to relocate to a community that truly has it all, join our team and experience ‘Life. The Okanagan Way!’

About the Opportunity
The District of Lake Country has an exciting opportunity for a permanent full-time Human Resources and Safety Manager, based in Lake Country, BC.

Reporting to the Director of Legal Services, the Manager of Human Resources is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring Human Resources programs and leading performance improvement and coaching initiatives that develop, inspire, and motivate staff to achieve maximum performance.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited:

• Contributes to the overall leadership of the District by supporting the municipal leadership team;
• Consults with, coaches and/or counsels leaders on various employee relations issues such as interpreting and administering collective agreement provisions, preparing for and conducting investigative meetings, participating in corrective discipline, managing employee performance issues, hearing and/or drafting grievance replies, and responding to employee concerns and/or complaints. Works collaboratively with the Director of Legal Services on researching and responding to labour relations or rights related queries;
• Plays a leadership role in management of the District’s Safety Program by overseeing the development and implementation of the Safety Committee’s Annual Work Plan initiatives; overseeing required safety consultant and/or safety training services; and interacting with WCB officers, claims adjudication staff, and BCMSA representatives. Organizes and participates in meetings held with various leaders (and directors) responsible to ensure the safe work practices of their staff and ongoing execution of the District’s Safety Program;

More About You
To qualify for this role, you must have a minimum of a degree in Human Resources and a minimum of five years’ broad-based experience in human resources or labour relations in a unionized environment with demonstrated experience in: managing, directing, coaching and leading employees; conflict resolution; handling of grievances; administering collective agreements and labour relations. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

As our ideal candidate, you have thorough understanding of and ability to interpret applicable collective agreements and/or various rights-related legislation. You are an exceptional communicator, with the ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner (oral and written) that serves to clarify intent, achieve goals, and detail the complexities of any given situation.

Above all, we value a collaborative attitude with the ability to build positive and productive working relationships.

About the Benefits

• This exempt position offers a competitive annual salary in the range of $128,895 to $150,797
• Eligibility for annual salary increases as approved by Council.
• Hybrid work from home arrangements that blend in-office and remote work available for eligible positions.
• Generous vacation and wellness leave.
• 100% Employer-covered extended health and dental benefit premiums.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• An attractive municipal pension program.
• Career and professional development.
• A collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work culture.

Posting will be opened till filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received

APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED THROUGH OUR WEBSITE AT
WWW.LAKECOUNTRY.BC.CA

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