Strategic HR Director: Equity‑Driven Leadership (Hybrid)

Durham Children's Aid Society (DCAS); Oshawa; Hybrid; CAD 127,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional children's welfare organization in Durham Region is seeking a Director of Human Resources to lead HR transformation and promote a culture of equity and inclusion. The role includes strategic leadership in HR programs and compliance while fostering a psychologically safe workplace. The ideal candidate will have extensive HR experience, a university degree, and be committed to community welfare. Competitive compensation and a flexible hybrid work model are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Flexible hybrid work model

Direct impact on children's welfare

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressively responsible HR experience.
• Minimum 5 years of people leadership experience in a unionized environment.
• Experience with budgets and financial accountability.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR advisory services and oversee HR programs.
• Develop multi-year HR operational plans.
• Champion psychologically safe workplaces.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Change management

People development

Equitable outcomes

Engagement

Service excellence

Education

University degree in Human Resources or a related field

CHRL designation

Job description

A regional children's welfare organization in Durham Region is seeking a Director of Human Resources to lead HR transformation and promote a culture of equity and inclusion. The role includes strategic leadership in HR programs and compliance while fostering a psychologically safe workplace. The ideal candidate will have extensive HR experience, a university degree, and be committed to community welfare. Competitive compensation and a flexible hybrid work model are offered.