About the Position

The Chilliwack School District is seeking an experienced and strategic Human Resources Manager to join our dynamic team for an 18-month temporary contract starting August 1, 2025. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Manager will play a key role in overseeing and managing human resources functions across the district, ensuring alignment with our strategic goals and core values.

Core responsibilities include:

• Talent Acquisition: Lead the recruitment and selection process for replacement teaching staff, implementing best practice recruitment strategies.
• HR Advisory Services: Provide expert advice to school and department supervisors on performance management, employee discipline, attendance management, annual staffing, workforce planning, and HR policies.
• Disability and Accommodation Management: Oversee disability management and workplace accommodation processes for teaching and support staff.
• Labour Relations: Manage labour relations, including collective agreement interpretation, grievance resolution, and conducting investigations.
• Program Management: Administer and deliver HR programs such as job evaluation, attendance support, performance evaluation, wellness, and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Conduct research, analyze data, and prepare reports on HR metrics such as attendance, recruitment, retention, and employee engagement.
• Policy Development and Implementation: Develop, implement, and update HR policies and procedures.
• Committee Participation: Actively participate in district-based committees to support organizational goals.
• Onboarding: Coordinate and deliver comprehensive orientation programs for new employees.
• Training and Development: Design and implement effective training and development programs to enhance employee skills and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field
• Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation
• Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in human resources and labor relations
• Extensive experience in managing employee and labor relations, performance management, disability management, employee engagement, training and development, and workforce planning
• Proven track record in recruitment and selection within professional and regulated industries
• Experience in a diverse, multi-unionized organization; experience in public education or a similar sector is an asset
• Strong conflict resolution and people management skills
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Superior organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and standard business software applications.