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Form of workAre you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking a champion with significant management and leadership experience to join us!
In accordance with the established vision, mission, and values on Northern Health (NH) and reporting directly to the Executive Director, Strategic Labour Relations & mNPR, the Regional Director, Human Resources (HR) Operations is responsible for developing short, middle and long-term Human Resource (HR) strategies to align the workplace environment and key union relationships with Northern Health's strategic plan. Liaises with Co-Directors to provide the leadership of a talented team of HR professionals to achieve the organization's mission, goals, values, and strategic directions. Provides leadership in policy development, priority setting, program planning and service delivery, in close collaboration with the HR Senior Management Team.
Starting salary will be approximately from $113,195 to $141,494 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.
Prince George Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region's economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC's most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia - Canada's Green university. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.
What Northern Health has to offer you!
• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• "Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position. Examples may include:
• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume
Qualfications
• Completion of a Masters degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management or a related field plus a minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in a large, complex unionized environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Health care experience preferred.
Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge of current employment and labour acts and regulations and collective agreements.
• Knowledge of Human Resources best practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to foster effective working relationships, internally and externally, at all levels.
• Ability to lead change and manage conflict.
• Ability to problem solve complex issues towards creative solutions.
• Ability to anticipate and respond to changing priorities or unforeseen opportunities.
• Ability to make fair and consistent decisions.
• Ability to supervise staff.
• Ability to provide leadership, guidance and direction to others, including managers and staff.
• Ability to balance multiple activities concurrently.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment including computer software applications.
• Effective mediation and facilitation skills.
• Knowledge of current health care trends desirable.
Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.
