Are you a senior human resources leader who thrives in complex, high-stakes environments and is ready to make a lasting impact on the health and wellbeing of an entire province? Health PEI is seeking an exceptional executive to lead its human resources function at one of the most consequential moments in the organization's history.
Health PEI is PEI's single health authority, responsible for the planning and delivery of publicly funded health-care services across the province. With a $1.2 billion operating budget, a workforce of 7,500+ employees across 375-plus professional groups, and a system-wide transformation agenda actively underway, the demands on our people’s function are significant and the stakes are high. The right care for Islanders begins with the right people, and this role is central to that commitment.
The Role
Reporting to the Chief People and Professional Practice Officer, the Executive Director of Human Resources provides executive leadership and operational oversight across the full scope of Health PEI's human resources function. This is a broad portfolio in a complex, 24/7, multi-site organization, and it encompasses four Director-led areas:
· Human Resources and Labour Relations: employee relations, labour relations, collective agreement administration, and HR management embedded across all programs and service areas.
· Occupational Health, Safety and Wellness: employee health and injury prevention, safety and violence prevention, and employee abilities and return-to-work programs.
· HR Analytics, Systems, Payroll, Learning and Development: HRIS, HR data and analytics, payroll administration, employee experience, employee recognition and learning and development.
· Workforce Recruitment: recruitment administration, operations, marketing and sourcing across Health PEI's 375-plus professional groups.
The Executive Director works closely with the Executive Leadership Team, government partners, the Health PEI Board of Directors, and union and bargaining partners to advance a people agenda directly connected to patient care outcomes. Key priorities include strengthening employee engagement, reducing system vacancy rates, advancing occupational health and psychological safety, modernizing recruitment and retention practices, and building the leadership capacity and workforce planning infrastructure needed to sustain a growing and increasingly diverse health system.
This is not a maintenance role. Health PEI is an organization in motion, and the Executive Director of Human Resources will be expected to lead with clarity, build trust across a complex stakeholder environment, and deliver results. The successful candidate will bring deep HR expertise, sound judgment, and the kind of steady, principled leadership that earns credibility at every level of the organization.
Duties
· Maintain a comprehensive understanding of system wide priorities and actively contribute to initiatives beyond immediate scope. This integrated approach ensures that leadership efforts are cohesive, strategic, and in service of the broader mandate of Health PEI.
· Promote Health PEI’s vision and strategic direction by collaborating with the Senior Leadership, and Board of Directors, translating high-level goals into actionable objectives and system standards.
· Provide executive-level leadership and oversight for the Human Resources division, ensuring services align with strategic priorities and operational objectives.
· Offer expert Human Resources advice to the organization on strategic and operational planning, based on data, legislation, policy, and best practice.
· Lead efforts to uphold Health PEI’s reputation and service excellence, ensuring high standards of delivery and continuous quality improvement.
· Helps maintain Health PEI’s accreditation by ensuring compliance with national standards and fostering a culture of quality improvement.
· Provide strategic Human Resources, Advice and Planning on divisional programs, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
· Participate in ELT meetings, executive scrum meetings, government briefings, and strategic forums to inform decision making and organizational planning.
· Lead the development, interpretation, and implementation of legislation, policies, and clinical operational Human Resources guidelines to support divisional functions and system priorities.
· Monitor and enforce adherence to internal controls, policies and standards aligned with Health PEI’s strategic goals and corporate objectives.
· Align divisional goals with Health PEI’s strategic priorities and contribute to system-wide planning.
· Ensure all provincial services and programs within the organization and/or division are delivered efficiently and effectively
· Lead efforts to drive continuous improvement and innovation within the division. Ensure continuous improvement through regular review of policies, procedures, and program frameworks.
· Establish and maintain effective Human Resources channels with governmental and non-governmental organizations to support legislative and regulatory compliance, including partnerships with the Department of Health and Wellness, Department of Human Resources, and other provincial departments.
· Represent Health PEI and/or the division at provincial, regional, and federal/provincial/territorial meetings, advisory committees, and working groups to advance system-level collaboration and policy development.
· Serve as chair or executive sponsor for transformation workstreams, provincial committees, and working groups that align with Health PEI’s strategic Human Resources priorities.
· Other related duties
Minimum Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Healthcare Administration, Business, or a related field.
· Master’s degree in Human Resources, Healthcare Administration, Public Administration, Business, or a related field is an asset.
· Demonstrated equivalencies may be considered
· Extensive senior leadership experience in complex public or NFP healthcare systems or service delivery organizations.
· Extensive experience in strategic planning, development, implementation, and execution
· Proven track record managing multi-million dollar budgets and significant human resources (50 to 5000+ employees).
· Strong understanding of healthcare regulations, policies, and best practices, or relevant experience in a highly regulated, 24/7 environment within a complex, multi-site organization.
· Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and financial performance
· Extensive experience representing the organization in provincial and national settings, including media, forums, and legislative appearances.
· Extensive experience in Board-governed organizations, supporting Boards and Board committees.
· Extensive experience in managing strategic initiatives and delivering services or programs to clients and/or the public, with a preference for experience in health or social program delivery.
· Experience collaborating with government and non-government agencies, professional groups, unions, and other stakeholders.
· Demonstrated skill in establishing relationships and partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders
· Excellent organizational, communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, leadership, conflict resolution, and collaborative skills, with the ability to plan and think strategically.
· Proficiency in various computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Other Qualifications:
· Demonstrated leadership abilities, including managing diverse teams, driving organizational change, and leading cross-functional groups.
· Professional designation such as CPHR or CHE is considered an asset.
· Strong decision making, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills.
· Ability to manage relationships with key stakeholders, including government, HPEI Board, union partners, auditors, postsecondary institutions, and media outlets.
· Ability to act as a spokesperson for the organization with local and national media outlets.
· Commitment to continuous improvement.
Important Notes:
Health PEI values the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that a diverse, equitable and inclusive work-place culture can bring. Not only does this help us deliver better outcomes, more innovation, but it also creates a safer space for our patients when our employees are more reflective of the communities we serve. It is important for us to create an environment where our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and challenging the status quo to make Health PEI a better more inclusive employer and healthcare system. We recognize we have more work to do but finding intentional ways to grow our understanding and support of those who have faced barriers due to accessibility, ethnicity, ancestry, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, language or other grounds is a key priority for us. We encourage underrepresented groups to join our team, be yourself, and help us achieve our vision for an inclusive workplace and healthcare system.
Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
This competition may be used to fill future job vacancies.
Salary Range: $71.43 - $88.45 per hour (Level 29)
Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 Hours Bi-Weekly / Mon - Fri
Posting ID: 173264
Closing Date: Monday May 25, 2026 at 4:00pm
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Pay: $71.43-$88.45 per hour
Work Location: In person
