- University degree in Business or Human Resources
- CHRL or CHRE Designation
- 10+ years direct senior management experience with a large, preferably public sector employer, including expertise in labour relations, talent, total compensation, health and safety, disability management, and change management
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, statutes and regulations related to municipal and program-specific operations including the OHSA, HRC, ESA, PEA, and the LRA
- Strong collaboration and teamwork skills; able to interact, lead and participate in consultative decision-making that respects people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and styles, while working collegially with a high degree of tact and diplomacy
- Proven ability to develop strategic solutions while displaying the required competencies for this position in alignment with the County of Essex's Strategic Goals and Directions and the Mission, Vision and Values
- Willingness to identify and collaborate with internal and external partners to deliver programs, services and outcomes with a servant-first leadership style
- Clearly demonstrated skills to develop and articulate a vision and inspire its achievement
- Proven skills at fostering teamwork, leading and empowering teams and guiding effective project management outcomes
- Support the organization's programs and services as a member of the Sr. Leadership Team by promoting the County's Strategic Plan, best practices, internal policies, and applicable legislation, to meet service excellence standards and uphold its vision, mission, and values
- Foster and demonstrate a service delivery model that promotes cross-departmental and corporate cooperation to align with, support, and promote the successful delivery of corporate programs and initiatives
- Build professional relationships with union groups and employees to improve corporate culture and employee trust and engagement
- Lead the collective bargaining and grievance processes, participating as the Chief Negotiator and primary spokesperson for five (5) collective agreements; assisting the Essex County Library Chief Librarian, as needed with collective bargaining and labour relations matters
- Act as the in-house subject matter expert when counseling line management on tactics and strategies related to labour relations issues
- Ensure robust and unbiased workplace investigations, grievances, and/or complaints are effectively managed
- Understand role-specific health and safety responsibilities to ensure compliance with internal and external safety policies, procedures, and legislation, including OHSA
- Coach and mentor managers to identify and address gaps in leadership, organizational effectiveness and work performance through training and professional development, succession planning, identifying high potentials and proactively encouraging and guiding careers and other various growth initiatives
- An active role model recognizing and engaging direct reports
- Embed diversity, equity, and inclusion best practices in all HR policies, procedures, and programs
- Direct and oversee supervisors with their responsibilities including the timely and best practice hiring, performance management, coaching, employee relations, mentoring, and professional development of all staff
- Oversee employee lifecycle processes, including talent attraction, selection, onboarding, development, retention, performance management, termination, and offboarding
- Coordinate annual HR business plan and budget development, including regular monitoring and reporting of department performance, outcomes, and financial performance
- Oversee job evaluation, market evaluations, and coordination of benefits with the finance team
- Accountable for HR reports, contracts, and related correspondence to Council. Attend all County Council meetings and lead at area Municipal HR group meetings as necessary
- Liaise with area Municipalities, applicable Provincial Ministries, industries, community stakeholders, and the public as necessary and appropriate, including providing HR advice and assistance to area Municipalities as needed
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Human Resources Director - Ontario, Canada - The County of Essex
Description
Employer Profile
The Corporation of the County of Essex is an upper-tier municipal government, providing programs and services to a population of approximately 193,000 within the County and some shared services to approximately 422,000 within the Windsor-Essex region.
The County of Essex is a region on the rise, where economic, educational and cultural opportunities abound. We are on the cusp of historic growth fueled by generational investments including an international border crossing, a state-of-the-art regional hospital and a multi-billion-dollar electric battery plant. These landmark projects will create tens of thousands of jobs and spark an unprecedented surge in residential, commercial and industrial development.
We are Canada's warmest and southernmost County, surrounded on three sides by water and blessed with unrivalled opportunities for boating, fishing, cycling, golfing, and other natural and recreational pursuits. Conveniently located next to the urban center of Windsor and just minutes from downtown Detroit, we are one of Ontario's best-kept secrets. The County offers an affordable mix of urban and rural living with easy access to world-class amenities and schools.
Position Profile and Candidate Requirements
Provide strategic oversight and guidance in ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of programs and services provided by the County of Essex Human Resources department. As a member of the County's Senior Management Team, the Director is also responsible for organizational leadership and broadly supporting all County programs and services while leading their adaptation, as appropriate, to meet community sustainability and service excellence aspirations.
Department: HumanResources Reports to: Chief Administrative Officer
Work Location: Essex, Ontario Position Type: Perm, Full-Time, 40+ Hrs
Benefits: Top Tier, including O.M.E.R.S Salary Range: $161,226 – $197,943
Posting Dates: Apr 26/24 to May 10/24 Posting #: COE-16-24
Success in this role requires the successful incumbent to possess these qualifying experiences:
Position Expectations
Measurements of success will be determined by performing the responsibilities of this position within the legislative and regulatory standards set out in the applicable Federal, Provincial, and/or Municipal statutes, including but not limited to:
Strategic Leader of the HR department and Senior Leadership team
Employee and Labour Relations
Occupational Health and Safety and Employee Disability Management
Staff and Leadership Development Services, and Performance Management
Talent Acquisition
Total Compensation Services
County Council and Municipalities / Ministry
Application and Interview Process
Qualified applicants are invited to apply by emailing a current resume and custom cover letter to by the posting deadline.
Applicants should prepare for an interview process that contains multiple virtual and in-person stages and for those selected for the final stages, testing and presenting a comprehensive assignment.
The County of Essex embraces diversity and inclusion in our workforce and workplace and is committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable environment for people to be themselves. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates and accommodations under human rights legislation throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process can be provided. Kindly include any accommodations details in your application, which will be addressed confidentially.
This information can be made available in alternate formats upon request.
Personal information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for the purpose of this employment opportunity only.