Manager of Human Resources

Job No: CITYPREX0025
Location: Powell River, BC

OPEN DATE:        June 23, 2016

CLOSING DATE:  4 pm, Wednesday, July 13, 2016

DEPARTMENT:     Administration

REPORTS TO:      City Clerk/Deputy Chief Administrative Officer

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ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

Located on the Upper Sunshine Coast (www.powellriver.info), a 30 minute flight from Vancouver, the City of Powell River is a vibrant progressive community of approximately 13,000 with access to Vancouver, Vancouver Island and the Sechelt Peninsula. Powell River, located within the traditional territory of the Tla’amin Nation, enjoys a moderate climate and an extensive variety of year-round recreational activities and festivals.  An ocean waterfront community on the doorstep of Desolation Sound and surrounded by lakes, Powell River has much to offer the recreational boater, fishing enthusiast and diver as well as providing unlimited back-country adventures. Our school system includes options for youth and adult education including a satellite campus of Vancouver Island University. Other community assets include a multi-purpose recreation complex, golf course, airport, hospital, and extended care facilities.

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 JOB SUMMARY:    

An excellent opportunity exists for a Manager of Human Resources to join our dynamic and committed team, providing all elements of the Human Resources function for the City. The successful applicant will report to the City Clerk/Deputy Chief Administrative Officer and provide high level department administration.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Manages and/or performs all elements of the Human Resources function for the City as directed by the City Clerk/Deputy CAO, including but not limited to:

    • Supervision of HR department staff,
    • Development, implementation and administration of related policies, initiatives, budgets and procedures,
    • Advice and services related to the management of the workforce,
    • Recruitment and employment of City staff,
    • Maintaining strong relationships with the City’s unions,
    • Advice to management regarding interpretation and application of collective agreements,
    • Support to legal counsel and negotiators,
    • Health and safety program [through a dedicated H&S resource],
    • Training related to supervision and management of the workforce,
    • Salary and benefits programs and job evaluation.

    2.  Acts as advisor to the CAO, Deputy CAO and other exempt staff on all matters related to the effective and legal management    of the City’s workforce.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

  • Proven superior interpersonal, communication, organization and management skills
  • Proven negotiating and conflict resolution skills
  • Proven project management skills
  • Ability to work in and foster a team environment
  • Strong computer skills, including MSOffice software suite

 REQUIRED OUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Degree in business management or a related field
  • Minimum of five years of related experience with significant labour relations experience

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Preference will be given to applicants with designation of Certified Human Resources Professional. 

In addition to a superb location and a progressive working environment, this exempt position offers a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are interested in this position:

  1. Complete the questions contained in the application below. After completing the questions, click "Next".
  2. Attach both a cover letter and a resume.  Please note that this is a mandatory requirement of the application process. 
  3. Attach copies of degrees, diplomas, and certifications if applicable.

We wish to thank all candidates for their interest and advise that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Powell River is an equal opportunity employer.

 

 

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