Director, HR Services

3 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada Langara College Full time
Job Description:This is a 15-month temporary Director position, created to provide additional leadership support to the People & Culture team. There is a possibility of an extension based on organizational needs and performance.

The Director, HR Services is responsible for Strategic HR planning, administration, and in collaboration with Director, HR Programs, Systems and Payroll, overseeing the Talent Management programs and services that support HR operations including employee and labour relations, recruitment and retention, performance management, classification HR consultancy, and Human Rights. The incumbent is responsible for leading and implementing HR strategies and practice to support EDI (Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion).

The incumbent is responsible for managing all aspects of grievances arising from collective agreements. The Director is responsible for the leadership of all Human Rights, policies, and procedures. The Director liaises with the Post-Secondary Employers’ Association and the Public Sector Employer’s Council with respect to contracts, policies, judicial proceedings, and liaises with the College’s legal counsel on personnel, Human Rights, and labour relation matters. As a senior member of the People and Culture Leadership team, the incumbent provides support and guidance on strategic initiatives undertaken by the department.


 

Qualifications Required: 

 

Education & Experience 

  • Completion of a graduate degree in a related field such as human resources, law, or commerce. 

  • Minimum eight (8) years of senior managerial experience in human resources with a labour relations focus, preferably in a public sector environment. 

  • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 

  • Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation, an asset. 

  • Expert knowledge and experience with the principles and practices associated with HR functions such as:  labour relations and collective bargaining, compensation, job evaluation, recruitment, organization development, and talent management. 

  • Experience administering and negotiating collective agreements in a multi-union environment. 

  • Knowledge in the principles of contract interpretation and labour, employment, human rights and related legislation and jurisprudence. 

  • Experience administering grievance and arbitration processes, performance management and attendance programs. 

  • Knowledge of BC Human Rights legislation and processes. 

  • Knowledge of WorkSafeBC regulations. 

  • Knowledge of the BC Labour Code. 

  • Experience preparing and managing budgets and a demonstrated financial acumen. 

  • Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 

 

Skills & Abilities 

  • Excellent Leadership skills including the ability to coach and mentor employees. 

  • Superior ability to make sound decisions by exercising judgment, diplomacy, tact and discretion in a fast-paced environment with changing and conflicting priorities. 

  • Strong strategic-thinking, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.  

  • Strong presentations skills. 

  • Strong interpersonal skills as demonstrated through negotiation, conflict resolution and mediation. 

  • Ability to develop, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, and guidelines. 



 

Leadership Competencies

  • Solution orientation – Makes timely decisions and advances solutions that are in the best interest of the College and our students.

  • Accountability – Fosters and demonstrates a culture of accountability and ownership.

  • Relationship intelligence – Demonstrates emotional maturity and operates respectfully in all situations and dynamics.

  • Conflict resolution – Acts with courage to take on the tough issues and conversations.

  • Mobilization of people – Empowers others to be engaged, motivated and resilient through change.

  • Vision and strategic thinking – Energizes people around the vision and supports team alignment with the strategic plan.

  • Continuous learning – Cultivates a growth mindset and provides opportunities for development.

  • Communication – Uses personal interaction, transparency, and language to effectively build trust and commitment.

Why Join Langara?

At Langara College, we support the College’s vision of promoting wellness and fostering personal and professional growth for our employees. We are dedicated to embracing, honoring, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, while offering a competitive and inclusive benefits package that reflects our commitment to overall health, financial security, and work-life balance.

We offer the following benefits:

  • Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

  • Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

  • Generous vacation package plus paid time off during college winter closure (1 week in December)

  • Employer paid defined benefit pension plan

  • Potential eligibility for educational, training, and developmental programs

  • Access to on-site daycare subject to availability

  • Tuition waivers for courses at Langara College, subject to space availability

  • Tuition reimbursement for courses at other institutions

  • Wellness classes and campus engagement events

** Eligibility and entitlements may vary based on department, and if the position is temporary, part-time, or casual **

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