Human Resources Manager

**Location: Provincial Office I Abbotsford**

In your human resources experience, you know the value of empowering employees to do their best work, especially in service to individuals with diverse abilities. You’re seeking a role where your leadership, organizational expertise, and commitment to people can truly make a difference.

At Bethesda, we are dedicated to fostering a sense of community among the people we support, our staff, leadership, and the broader community. We believe in interdependence, shared experiences, and recognizing the unique abilities that every individual brings.

If you're ready to use your HR expertise to strengthen our operations and support a team motivated by purpose, respect and collaboration, this is your opportunity. Be part of something meaningful, where your leadership helps create a supportive, inclusive environment for both staff and the people we serve.

**JOB OVERVIEW**

As the human resources manager, you will join a team dedicated to providing excellent service to Bethesda’s human resources functions. You will create a workplace that supports and empowers the HR staff team to maintain administration systems that ensure effective and accountable operations.

This is a full-time position available immediately. It is ideal for proven leaders who have education in human resources, CPHR designation and/or significant experience in HR with a willingness to obtain your CPHR designation.

**COMPENSATION & BENEFITS**
- Bethesda offers a benefit package and competitive salary: $74,880 - $78,208.
- Company pension through Municipal Pension Plan (when eligible).
- Comprehensive health and dental coverage.
- Life, Dependent Life, Accident & Serious Illness, Long-term Disability insurance.
- Employee & Family Assistance Plan (EFAP).
- 3 weeks’ paid vacation and flex-time available.
- Ongoing training and leadership professional development opportunities.
- Hybrid work may be an option.

**GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Assist the chief human resources officer in leading the human resources staff team.
- Oversight of recruitment, onboarding and retention of employees.
- Oversight of employee job requirements and personnel files.
- Coordination and administration of employee training.
- Involvement with directing employee performance, discipline and handling of labour issues.
- On-going development of human resources procedures.
- Involvement with employee disability management and occupational health and safety.
- Involvement with administration of compensation and benefits.

**JOB REQUIREMENTS**
- A willingness to support the mission of Bethesda to people with diverse abilities.
- Knowledge of labour law, human rights, disability management, OHS, general HR processes.
- Education in human resources, CPHR designation and/or significant experience in HR with willingness to obtain additional education to qualify for CPHR designation.
- Proven leadership experience and strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with employees.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with a high level of personal integrity, initiative and maturity.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and writing skills and ability to teach or train staff.
- Ability to work with finances/numbers.
- Cultural and diversity awareness and ability to support conflict resolution.
- Standard requirements (criminal record check, medical clearance and ICBC driving record).
- Personal values in line with Bethesda’s Christian foundations and Guiding Principles.

**JOB CONTEXT**

We welcome applicants who desire leading a team that values communication, trust and healthy working relationships. This position is ideal for a well-organized, experienced professional who has a heart for serving.

**DEADLINE TO APPLY**: September 19, 2025

**HOW TO APPLY**

Applicants should reference posting #838.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $74,880.00-$78,208.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: In person