Manager of HR Services

Department

Affiliation

Non-Union

Compensation Range

Job Summary

Job Duties Include

Job Duties Include

• Act as a strategic advisor to the Deputy CAO Council and senior leadership ensuring alignment between HR initiatives with the Towns Strategic Plan and Council Priorities.

• Lead the HR Divisions strategy ensuring programs and services support organizational goals legislative compliance and service excellence.

• Drive organizational culture initiatives employee engagement and change management strategies that promote collaboration accountability and innovation.

• Oversee wellness health & safety benefits and attendance management programs to support a resilient and healthy workforce.

• Guide labour and employee relations including collective bargaining investigations and dispute resolution ensuring fairness and consistency across the organization.

• Oversee recruitment compensation and job evaluation frameworks to attract and retain top talent.

• Lead employee engagement strategies to foster empowerment accountability and collaboration.

• Act as a champion for the Towns Human Resources Management System (HRMS) to support learning functionality and enhance user experience throughout the organization.

• Maintain a high corporate profile representing HR Services at Council senior management employee events etc.

• Support WSIB claims management including non-WSIB disability management and early and safe return to work (ESRW) program.

• Advise on employee relations talent acquisition emerging labour issues and HR best practices to proactively mitigate risks and establish Ajax as an employer of choice

Qualifications/Skills

• University Degree in Human Resource Management Public Administration or other applicable field OR Community College diploma plus a professional designation (Human Resources Designation i.e. Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) or equivalent).

• Minimum 9 years progressive experience in Human Resources with a proven track record of driving and implementing transformative organizational change.

• At least 6 years progressive experience in labour relations and minimum 5 years of supervisory experience overseeing HR professionals.

• Strong understanding of employment legislation (ESA OHSA Human Rights Code etc.).

• Skilled in policy development investigations bargaining and grievance resolution.

• Experience conducting workplace investigations.

• Effective and empathetic communication skills with strong coaching conflict resolution and stakeholder engagement.

• Proven project management analytical thinking and ability to manage sensitive issues.

• Committed to innovation continuous improvement inclusive leadership and service excellence.

What is Offered to Staff

• Compensation:We offer competitive pay that reflects the responsibilities of the position.

• Work Hours: This is a non-union position that works a 35-hour work week. The hours of work are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

• Benefits: The Town offers full-time staff a comprehensive benefit package with paid sick vacation and personal leave days; Parental Leave Top-up; Employee & Family Assistance Program; Health & Wellness Program Town of Ajax Fitness Centre membership; plus a defined benefits pension (OMERS pension - Work Program: The Town offers a Hybrid Work Program. A flexible work arrangement including the option to work from home some of the time is currently a possibility with this position and can be discussed during the interview process.

How to Apply

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience please click the Apply button above and apply by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date:

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The Town of Ajax is committed to employment equity and building a workplace where all employees feel valued respected and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds especially those who have been historically excluded including Black and Indigenous people racialized communities disabled persons 2SLGBTQIA individuals and others facing systemic inequities. If selected for an interview you will be provided with an opportunity to indicate your access needs. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and respectful hiring process.

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