Human Resources Advisor

District of West Vancouver

• $102K — $115K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Human Resources or related field.
  • Experience in unionized public sector HR.
  • Strong organizational capabilities and business acumen.
  • Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
  • CPHR designation considered an asset.

Responsibilities

  • Consult with managers and staff on HR programs and labor relations.
  • Lead workplace investigations and provide findings and recommendations.
  • Ensure compliance with legislation and internal policies.
  • Build and maintain relationships with employees and managers.
  • Coordinate recruitment and selection processes.
  • Participate in special projects and other assigned duties.

Benefits

  • Optional compressed work week.
  • Excellent benefits and pension plans.
  • Access to wellness resources and mental health support.
  • Discounted fitness programs and access to onsite fitness centres.
Full Job Description
HUMAN RESOURCES ADVISOR
(Permanent, Full-Time)

The Human Resources Department has an opening for a permanent, full-time Human Resources Advisor. We are seeking a relationship-focused HR professional with a strategic mindset and a passion for partnering with leaders and employees to foster an engaged, high-performing workplace, while approaching their work through a lens of inclusion, belonging, and reconciliation.

Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources, this position is responsible for:
• Providing consultation and advice to managers and staff on a wide range of human resource programs, processes, initiatives and labour relations matters;
• Leading workplace investigations related to employee relations matters and providing objective findings, advice, and recommendations;
• Ensuring that practices are consistent and comply with legislation, collective agreements, administrative regulations, policies and procedures;
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, managers, bargaining agents, and external contacts, and interacting in a manner that builds trust, credibility, and rapport;
• Coordinating, guiding, and participating in the recruitment and selection process; and,
• Participating in other duties and special projects, as assigned.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Human Resources or a related field and progressive experience supporting a broad range of people and organizational initiatives within a unionized public sector environment. They are a collaborative and solutions-oriented professional with strong business acumen, exceptional relationship-building skills, and the ability to partner effectively with leaders and employees. The successful candidate demonstrates empathy, patience, and responsiveness, applying an inclusive and people-centered approach to their advice, decision-making, and workplace interactions. They exercise sound judgment, possess excellent communication and facilitation skills, demonstrate strong organizational capabilities and a commitment to continuous improvement. A CPHR designation is considered an asset.

The District offers an optional compressed work week and excellent benefits and pension plans. Employees also have access to wellness resources, including mental health supports, discounted fitness programs and access to onsite fitness centres.

The successful candidate will be required to supply an acceptable police information check and a copy of their credentials. A personal vehicle and a valid BC Driver's License are required.

Position Status:

Exempt - Permanent, Full-time

Hours of Work:

35 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)

Salary:

$102,700 - $115,500 per annum

Closing Date:

11:59 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, 2026

To Apply:

Please visit the District of West Vancouver's Career Portal at www.westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position.

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

0690-26-EXEMPT-15

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