Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community.
The Human Resources Department has an opening for a permanent, full-time Manager, Human Resources – Wellness, Safety and Disability Management. Reporting to the Director, Human Resources & Payroll Services, this position is responsible for:
Managing a diverse team of Human Resources employees including Generalists, Health and Safety, and Disability Management;- Providing leadership to reporting employees on a wide range of programs, processes, initiatives and labour relations matters (e.g. bargaining, grievance administration, intersection of disability management and labour relations issues);
- Leading respectful, customized, timely, and employee-centered disability management practices, recognizing that employees may be experiencing significant health, personal and financial challenges, and may be navigating challenging and stressful circumstance;
- Ensuring that practices are consistent and comply with legislation; collective agreements/employment contracts; administrative regulations; external comparators and best practices; and, internal policies and procedures;
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with reporting staff, managers, bargaining agents, and external contacts, and interacting in a manner that builds trust, credibility, and rapport; and,
- Participating in other duties and special projects as assigned.
The ideal candidate has: a degree in Human Resources or a related field; experience leading and developing a high performing HR team; expertise in Disability Management and Labour Relations; a passion for approaching employee matters through the lens of inclusivity and reconciliation; a record of accomplishments which demonstrates effective leadership, collaborative problem solving and excellent customer service; an appetite for progressive change and continuous learning; strong organizational and time management skills; success in building and maintaining strong working relationships; and exceptional facilitation, negotiation, and communication skills. A CPHR designation would be an asset.
The successful candidate is a compassionate, values-based leader who brings sound judgment, discretion and empathy to complex workplace matters. We are seeking a candidate who aligns with the HR division’s values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and can weave these into the work. We are also seeking someone who is genuinely interested in the District of West Vancouver – please feel free to include in your application what about West Vancouver has attracted you to this position.
The successful candidate is required to supply a criminal record check and a copy of their credentials. A personal vehicle and a valid BC Driver’s License are required.
Position Status:
Exempt – Permanent, Full-time
Hours of Work:
35 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary; optional modified work week schedule available)
$127,855.00 – $159,741.00 per year (note: these are 2025 rates)
11:59 p.m. on Thursday, August 27, 2026
To Apply:
Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Portal at www.westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position. Please note that all candidates must apply through the Career Portal; we do not accept resumes via email or hard copy.
We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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