Human Resources Director

Job Posting - Human Resources Director

Location : Nanaimo (North Area)

Position Type : Permanent Full-Time

Hours : 40 hours / week (8 : 30am - 4 : 30pm)

Start Date : May 1, 2024 ( Part-Time : First 2 weeks & Full-Time : Last 2 weeks )

Wage : $74,000 - $79,000

Job Summary

Bonaventure Support Services ("Bonaventure") is a dynamic agency supporting adults, children, and youth in the social service sector on Vancouver Island.

We are seeking a qualified individual to complement our leadership team as the Human Resources (HR) Director. This position is a permanent, full-time position necessitated by the relocation of our current director.

The HR Director, under the direct supervision of the Executive Director, works closely with the HR Coordinator and the Payroll and Benefits Administrator.

The HR Director ensures compliance with legal regulations and upholds standards across all HR functions. Responsibilities include performance management, formulating and revising policies, facilitating training and development, overseeing recruitment and hiring processes, fostering positive employer-employee relations, managing disability and WorkSafeBC cases, ensuring workplace health and safety, handling disciplinary actions, coordinating events, nurturing organizational culture, and aligning strategies for long-term success.

At Bonaventure, we prioritize excellence, innovation, and the well-being of both the individuals we support and our dedicated employees.

We cherish our inclusive culture and are seeking a candidate who resonates with our values of love, loyalty, and respect.

We appreciate a blend of professionalism with a relaxed demeanor, and we're particularly fond of dogs and dog lovers! If you identify with these qualities and also possess a keen attention to detail, exceptional communication and organizational skills, and a sincere commitment to providing exceptional HR support while also looking for a workplace that values teamwork, and a shared sense of purpose, we invite you to join our vibrant and supportive community.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and coaching to managers and employees on key workplace matters such as performance management, recruitment, retention, difficult conversations, employee relations, and employee development.
• Supervise new hire onboarding activities including job posting, recruitment, interviews, tracking, pulse checks, onboarding checklist, employee personnel file maintenance, orientation, retention, culture, vision, mission, and values.
• Oversee ComVida payroll functions including HR and Payroll applications, review, remittance, payment, and final approval.
• Supervise employee exit activities including communication, exit interview, ROE, final pay, close employee file, exit checklist, and reference letters.
• Make well-informed business decisions and provide evidence-based recommendations to senior management.
• Lead and support WorkSafeBC Joint Health and Safety Committee in the role as Co-Chair (Employer Representative).
• Handle employee complaints and incidents, including conflict resolution, accidents, illness & injury, health and safety concerns, work refusals, bullying & harassment, and investigations.
• Develop strategic performance metrics and targets that are consistent with organizations strategic plan.
• Plan HR strategies and goals in conjunction in collaboration with the Management team.
• Implement an Instructional Systems Design (ISD) Model of Training and Development.
• Data collection for needs analysis, training evaluation, surveys, and statistics.
• Conduct employee workplace investigations and resolve conflicts that arise.
• Administration of employee leave of absence procedures.
• Facilitate Bonaventure 101 New Hire Orientation training.
• Development of Strategic Human Resource Plan (SHRM).
• Manage WorkSafeBC claim reporting (forms 6, 7, and EIIR).
• Facilitate Bonaventure HR Manager 101 training.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Human Resources, or a closely related field. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Bachelor's degree in business, Human Resources or a related field.
• CPHR designation or working towards designation (considered an asset).
• Basic knowledge of Payroll, BC Employment Standards Act, and WorkSafe BC.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to handle difficult situations with composure.
• Ability to work on different platforms simultaneously and independently.
• Willingness to learn and work well in a diverse team environment.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Required Documentation

• Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License.
• RCMP Criminal Record Check (Schedule A - Employer will file).
• Proof of COVID-19 Full Vaccination or Exemption.
• Complete Bonaventure Hire Package.
• 3 References - (One must be a most recent employer, second and third must be able to speak to your ability to carry out the responsibilities outlined in this posting).

Compensation Package

• Extended Health and Dental, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Dependent Life Insurance coverage.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) benefits.
• Conferences for networking opportunities.
• Professional development through internal and external training.
• Flexibility to work from home, with approval.

You may apply for one job posting only, and the selected posting will be the position for which you will be interviewed.

Please note only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for your interest in Bonaventure Support Services.