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A community service organization in Hamilton is seeking a Manager for People Operations & Total Rewards to lead strategic HR initiatives and enhance workforce engagement. This full-time position offers a hybrid working model and competitive salary ranging from $63,561 to $75,000. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of HR experience and a strong understanding of Canadian labor laws, promoting an inclusive workplace culture.
Manager, People Operations & Total Rewards
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Manager, People Operations & Total Rewards
Location : Hamilton Downtown Family YMCA with hybrid work options available
Employment Type : Regular Full-Time Salaried with benefits and a complimentary YMCA Membership
Salary Range : $63,561 - $75,000 commensurate with experience
Department : Association Services
Deadline to Apply : August 04, 2025
Anticipated Start Date : September 2025
Why You’ll Love Working With Us :
In addition to working with an amazing team in an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success, we offer :
Position Overview :
We believe that it is through the power of our amazing people that the #YSavesLives. By joining the People, Leadership & Culture (PLC) team, you will contribute to making our Y the best place to work.
As Manager, People Operations & Total Rewards, you will lead strategic and operational HR initiatives that foster a high-performing, inclusive, and compliant workplace. Overseeing the People Partner, Total Rewards, and Analytics teams, you’ll guide complex employee relations, compensation, benefits, payroll, and compliance efforts—including volunteer and temporary worker programs.
You’ll also champion data-driven decision-making by leveraging HR data and analytics to optimize programs, identify trends, and support planning and performance.
This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative and strategic HR leader with strong relationship-building and communication skills to drive meaningful changes and contribute to the continued success of the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford.
What You’ll Do :
What You’ll Bring :
A Major Asset If :
This position requires a commitment to the YMCA mission and core values of : Inclusion, Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility, as well as a commitment to building developmental assets in children and adults.
All offers of employment will be subject to the provision that the successful incumbent provides the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford with a current and satisfactory Police Records Check. Positions responsible for the direct supervision of children and / or vulnerable persons will be required, in addition to a Police Records Check, to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report at the time of hire. Police Records Checks are reviewed on an individual basis, and the offence(s), if any, is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children; therefore, not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position.
Ready to Make a Difference? This is your chance to play a critical role in shaping a thriving, inclusive workplace where employees feel supported and empowered. If you’re passionate about people and excited to lead impactful initiatives, we want to hear from you!
Don’t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all qualifications. If you are excited about the role, but your resume doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the description, apply anyway. You may still be the right candidate for this or other roles!
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Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility :
The YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or neurodiversity.
We understand the social barriers preventing individuals from applying for open roles. We encourage those from the Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and Disabled communities to apply.
If you need any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People, Leadership and Culture Department at plc@ymcahbb.ca
Organizational Overview :
As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada, the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide solutions. By nurturing the potential of children, youth and adults, the YMCA connects people to life-building opportunities, to each other and enhances their quality of life. We foster social responsibility and healthy living. The YMCA works collectively with community partners that share the YMCA’s determination in strengthening the foundations of community for all people.
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