Manager, Human Resources - Wellness, Safety and Disability Management

District of West Vancouver

$127K — $159K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Human Resources or related field
  • Experience leading and developing a high-performing HR team
  • Expertise in Disability Management and Labour Relations
  • Proven leadership and collaborative problem-solving skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Exceptional communication and negotiation skills
  • CPHR designation is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Manage a diverse team of HR employees including Generalists, Health and Safety, and Disability Management
  • Provide consultation and advice on HR programs and labour relations matters
  • Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, and internal policies
  • Establish strong working relationships with staff and external contacts
  • Participate in special projects and additional assigned tasks

Benefits

  • Permanent, full-time exempt position
  • Optional modified work week schedule available
  • Opportunity for continuous learning and professional development
  • Work within a supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Involvement in impactful HR programs and initiatives
Full Job Description
Manager, Human Resources - Wellness, Safety and Disability Management
Permanent Full-Time (Exempt)

The Human Resources Department has an opening for a permanent, full-time Manager, Human Resources - Wellness, Safety and Disability Management. Reporting to the Director, Human Resources & Payroll Services, this position is responsible for:
• Managing a diverse team of Human Resources employees including Generalists, Health and Safety, and Disability Management;
• Providing consultation and advice to reporting employees on a wide range of human resource programs, processes, initiatives and labour relations matters (e.g. bargaining, grievance administration, intersection of disability management and labour relations issues);
• Ensuring that practices are consistent and comply with legislation; collective agreements/employment contracts; administrative regulations; external comparators and best practices; and, internal policies and procedures;
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with reporting staff, managers, bargaining agents, and external contacts, and interacting in a manner that builds trust, credibility, and rapport; and,
• Participating in other duties and special projects as assigned.

The ideal candidate has: a degree in Human Resources or a related field; experience leading and developing a high performing HR team; expertise in Disability Management and Labour Relations; a record of accomplishments which demonstrates effective leadership, collaborative problem solving and excellent customer service; an appetite for progressive change and continuous learning; strong organizational and time management skills; success in building and maintaining strong working relationships; and exceptional facilitation, negotiation, and communication skills. A CPHR designation would be an asset.

The successful candidate is required to supply a criminal record 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; optional modified work week schedule available)

Rate of Pay:

Apply By:

$127,855.00 - $159,741.00 per year (note: these are 2025 rates)

11:59 p.m. on Thursday, August 27, 2026

To Apply:

Please visit the District of West Vancouver's Career Portal at www.westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position. Please note that all candidates must apply through the Career Portal; we do not accept resumes via email or hard copy.

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

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