Human Resources Manager

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Title: Human Resources Manager
Department: Operations
Reports to: Director of Operations
Classification: Full-Time, Permanent, Salaried
Hours: 37.5 Hours per week
Start Date: Mid-End of February
Deadline: February 1, 2024
Location: Halifax, NS

YWCA Halifax is a progressive, multi-service, not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of women, girls, two-spirited and gender diverse people and their families at critical turning points in their lives. We work to transform lives by providing a continuum of services and programs that drive lasting positive change. We strive to change the underlying issues that are root causes of inequality, violence, poverty, and homelessness. Our four program focus areas include: promoting the health, wellness, and leadership of women and girls; advancing women's economic and housing security; delivering quality, accessible, early learning, and childcare; and working to end violence against women, girls and gender diverse people.

Why work for the YWCA

Staff at YWCA Halifax enjoy a supportive and dynamic team environment, a commitment to staff growth, a connection to the national and international YWCA movements, learning from colleagues in a multiservice agency, and a strong shared vision.

Why YOU should apply

Even if you don't have all the requirements listed in this position, you may be the right candidate. If you are a natural leader with a strong attention to detail and a passion for social justice and gender equity, we want to hear from you. Take a chance and apply. Tell us how you can make a difference through your YWCA.

Position Overview
This position requires a self-motivated HR professional who is efficient and adept at identifying and implementing solutions to improving operational effectiveness. Must ensure strictest level of confidentiality. This position will provide Human Resources support for the YWCA Halifax.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• In-depth knowledge of Human Resources Management normally acquired through completion of an undergraduate degree in Human Resources Management or Labour Relations (Cases for Equivalency will be considered).
• Must have at least three to five years of progressive Human Resources experience including experience in recruitment, compensation administration (including job evaluation).
• Experience supervising and managing staff.
• Strong working knowledge of employment related legislation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional communication, verbal, and written skills.
• Advanced ability to research and analyse complex concepts and plan strategically.
• Superior organizational and administrative skills, superior knowledge of current computer applications including word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Proven ability to work from an anti-oppressive and trauma-informed framework.
• Knowledge of and willingness to support feminist values, services focused on the needs of women and girls, and gender diverse persons.

Essential Duties of Position:

• Review, update and maintain Human Resources policies and procedures.
• Develop Salary bands and job classification systems to review with Senior Management.
• Development and standardization of organizational job descriptions.
• Ensuring organizational compliance with NS labour codes.
• Responsible to ensure creation of job postings and submission to employment organization(s).
• Review and forward resumes and applications to appropriate Manager/Director and maintain files for each in the employee database.
• Development of pre-screening questions for candidates when required.
• Assist with interviews and selection process of candidates.
• Responsible to ensure candidates have criminal record checks and vulnerable sector checks when requested.
• Ensure proper hiring documentation is received and authorized.
• Maintain personnel records for current and past employees.
• Develop and maintain staff information resources.
• Develop a standardized onboarding process and implement with new employees.
• Responsible to ensure check lists for new and departing employees are up to date.
• Ensure new hire packages are up to date/complete.
• Manage and create all required HR forms.
• Ensure employees have required training (first aid, WHMIS) and arrange training opportunities.
• Ensure employees are set up on Email, SharePoint and Payroll systems.
• Maintain a list of employment centres, websites and organizations for job postings.
• Liaise with IRCC to provide appropriate documentation and support for foreign workers.
• Supervise the Administration Coordinator and ensures training and evaluation of staff are up to date.

Other Duties:

• Identify and pursue opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Other duties as delegated by the Senior Management Team.
• Nurture and form meaningful internal/external partnerships.

YWCA Halifax is committed to diversity, and we welcome all suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. YWCA Halifax is governed by, employs, and serves diverse people and community members. Self-identification by applicants does not guarantee an interview but we want you to know that we understand that lived experience of racialization, Indigeneity, (dis)Ability, and gender diversity are their own knowledge and expertise. We value this expertise and consider it as we discern who to interview.

If interested, please send your cover letter and resume in one document to [email protected]
Subject Line: Human Resources Manager