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Director of Human Resources and Labour Relations NEXUS Community Support Society

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The Opportunity

NEXUS Community Support Society (NEXUS) is seeking a Director, Human Resources & Labour Relations to work collaboratively with the senior leadership team to lead HR functions, drive cultural transformation, and ensure compliance with employment laws and collective agreements. This leadership role requires a proactive approach to human resources management and labour relations, supporting operational success through practical and compliant HR services.  The Director will manage a staff complement of 3 HR Advisors who provide HR services to a growing organization. While NEXUS offices are in the BC Interior, this is primarily a hybrid opportunity, with attendance in the office when required.

About The Organization

Based in Cranbrook, NEXUS Community Support Society is a registered charity that supports all people in BC’s Interior to have connections for life. Their services provide support for living, work and community inclusion. NEXUS is a proud member of Inclusion BC and are accredited by CARF® International, an independent, non-profit accreditor of health and human services.

The Ideal Candidate

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned HR professional with strength in Labour Relations. The successful candidate will hold a post-secondary degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field; at least five years’ experience in the mid to senior management level and proven experience managing and developing an HR team.  Experience in the community services sector is an asset.

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Key Responsibilities

The Director of Human Resources and Labour Relations will be responsible for overseeing all HR functions, including workforce planning, labour relations, policy development, talent management, recruitment, organization and culture development, and compliance with employment laws. The incumbent will work closely with senior management to develop HR programs that support business objectives, employee engagement, and legal, regulatory and collective agreement compliance.

HR Leadership

  • Develop and implement HR programs, infrastructure, and policies that align with the organization’s objectives.
  • Provide strategic leadership in workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, and succession planning.
  • Ensure compliance with employment standards, human rights legislation, CARF accreditation, and the Community Care and Assisted Living Act.
  • Support managers in fostering a positive, inclusive, and productive workplace culture.

Labour Relations & Employee Relations

  • Interpret, implement, and oversee compliance with collective agreements and labour laws.
  • Serve as the Employer representative in union relations and collective bargaining negotiations.
  • Mediate employee disputes, manage grievances, and oversee disciplinary actions.
  • Oversee the attendance management program, including investigations and return-to-work programs.
  • Develop and facilitate training on employment laws, workplace conduct, and HR policies.

Talent Management & Recruitment Oversight

  • Design and execute effective talent acquisition, retention, and development strategies.
  • Manage the recruitment process to ensure successful hiring and alignment with business needs.
  • Develop and implement onboarding programs for new hires.
  • Create leadership development and succession planning programs to ensure workforce stability.
  • Foster a culture of continuous learning and career growth.

Organization & Culture Development

  • Promote initiatives that enhance workplace culture and employee engagement.
  • Lead organizational change initiatives to support growth and transformation.
  • Strengthen internal communication and collaboration efforts.
  • Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in recruitment and workplace initiatives.

Compliance & Employment Law

  • Ensure organizational compliance with all federal and provincial employment laws.
  • Develop and update HR policies related to human rights, workplace safety, and employment standards.
  • Provide expert guidance on emerging employment laws and legal risks.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Oversee competitive salary structures and fair compensation policies.
  • Manage benefits programs, including pensions, health, and wellness initiatives.
  • Conduct market analysis to develop competitive retention strategies.

HR Metrics & Reporting

  • Ensure timely and accurate HR process management, including leave tracking and performance reviews.
  • Use HR analytics to assess workforce trends and inform decision-making.
  • Maintain accurate job descriptions and employee records.

Requirements

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 5-8 years of experience in HR and labour relations management.
  • Strong knowledge of Canadian/BC labour laws, employment standards, and collective bargaining.
  • Experience managing unionized environments and labour negotiations.
  • HR professional designation (e.g. CPHR, CHRL, CHRE) is preferred.
  • Experience in the community living sector is an asset.
  • Proven leadership in managing and developing an HR team.
  • Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and communication skills.
  • Ability to influence and drive organizational change.
  • Ability to build effective working relationships with managers, employees, union and stakeholders at all levels.

Compensation

A competitive compensation package will be provided including a base salary likely within the range of $110,000 to $125,000, plus pension and benefits.  Further details will be discussed in a personal interview.

How to Apply

Please send your current resume and a well-crafted cover letter explaining why you are a great fit for this unique leadership opportunity to: opportunities@kmclaughlin.com

 

NEXUS Community Support Society and McLaughlin & Associates are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in all of our recruitment and hiring practices, and to partnering to create equal and inclusive working environments for people of all backgrounds.

We truly appreciate all applicants. We will be in contact with only those selected for an interview.

For more information please contact:

Tracy Josling, Senior Associate

778.847.2388             |   Tracy@kmclaughlin.com

 

About McLaughlin & Associates

Founded in 2007 on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples–Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations, McLaughlin & Associates works at the intersection of strategy and governance to help boards and leadership teams align towards desired goals and outcomes. Our commitments to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors, to Truth and Reconciliation, and to health and wellbeing, inform our work and govern our lives.

We work for a wide variety of public sector, private sector and not for profit organizations, with deep expertise in charities, professional associations, member-based societies, regulatory bodies, co-operatives, NGOs, crown agencies, private and family enterprise.

The McLaughlin team of Senior Associates each bring complementary skills to our work in executive recruitment, strategic planning, governance consulting, executive coaching, performance development and leadership assessment.

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