Job Description

This position ensures the effective and progressive labour relations practice, HR administration, and employee relations for HPEI. This position provides advice and guidance to HR Managers as well as the HPEI Management Team (Managers, Directors, Executive Directors), Executive Leadership Team (CAO, CFO, COO, and CEO), and the HR Management Team (Director of Workforce Recruitment, Director of Organizational Development, and Director of Health and Safety, and Wellness in the administration and resolution of complex human resources labour relations matters. The Manager of Human Resources provide direct supervision to the Human Resource Coordinators, Employee Services Assistants and Administrative Assistants.

LEADS, a national leadership framework adopted by Health PEI.

The successful applicant will demonstrate leadership in the following areas:

Leads Self

- is self-aware, is committed to self-development, and demonstrates character.

Engages Others

- fosters the development of others, contributes to the creation of a health organization, communicates effectively, and builds effective teams.

Achieves Results

- sets direction, strategically aligns decisions with the vision, values, and evidence, takes action to implement decisions, and assesses/evaluates results.

Develops Coalitions

- builds partnerships and networks to create results, demonstrates a commitment to clients and services.

Systems Transformation

- demonstrates system/critical thinking, encourages and supports innovation, is strategically oriented to the future, champions, and orchestrates effective language.

Duties will include:

Provide strategic advice and support to the HPEI Management Team at all levels (Managers, Directors, ExecutiveDirectors, and Executive Leadership team (CEO, CAO, CFO, CEO) in matter related to human resources and labour relations management Establish effective human resource management systems and lead assigned projects as required by the Director. Such projects may include succession planning, emergency/contingency planning, resource for HR Coordinator Committee, Resource for ESA Committee, employee engagement, organizational development, change management, etc. Ensure effective and consistent administration and interpretation of collective agreements, various legislative provisions and policies governing the terms and conditions of employment Advise and support HPEI Management Team and PEIPSC teams (staffing and classification, payroll) in resolving complex human resource and collective agreement matters Participate in the development, implementation, and monitoring of a strategic HR Plan. Prepare HR Metrics. Facilitate a training needs assessment where appropriate, provide training and development (training for Managers, Supervisors and Senior leaders of HR policy, guidelines, and best practices, Respectful Workplaces, etc.) Review and assist in the development of operational plans including emergency planning to ensure HR policy is incorporated and achieved Provide guidance to all levels including executive leadership in relation to effective performance management, including managing poor performance, monitor/follow-up regarding completion of PD plans. All HR Directors consult with this position to seek advice in relation to labour relations administration Provide contract interpretation and guidance in accordance to past practice and provisions of the collective agreements, Excluded Terms and Conditions, and all employment related Acts Ensure effective management of the grievance and disciplinary action processes Guide HR Directors and managers through organizational restructuring, including transition matters (i.e. Layoffs and recall, severance provisions, position elimination/creation) with corporate implications Provide input/feedback regarding various correspondence for HR Managers/Coordinators/Senior Leadership/Executive Leadership in relation to performance management, discipline matters, attendance management, and grievance responses Lead all workplace investigations (interviewing complainant/witnesses, final reporting including recommendations. In providing formal reports to senior and executive leadership teams the HR Manager is responsible to present the findings and recommendations for next steps which could include restorative or discipline/termination for which the HR Managers would carry through. Participate on and provide advice to union collective bargaining tables for HPEI, for all four unions and the physician's Master Agreement, including the preparation of TB memos, making recommendations within the financial mandate as outlined by TB, compiling relevant information, advising on impacts of bargaining proposals impacting operations across HPEI, etc. Represent the Employer in arbitration hearings as the lead and/or witness In grievances related to staffing competitions the HR Manager is responsible to prepare and respond to grievances on behalf of the Employer Working with unions and across unions to move resources in order to sustain operations. Lead, supervise, direct, manage, coach and support the Human Resource Section in accordance with the organization's strategic plan and policies. Other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must have a university degree in a related area with considerable training in Human Resources and Labour Relations. Canadian Human Resource Professional (CHRP) Certification would be preferred.

Workplace Investigations Certificate, or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Additional related education and experience will be considered an asset. Extensive and progressive experience in senior human resource management that includes labour relations, workplace investigations, workplace complaints (e.g. Harassment, human rights, etc.), workplace assessments, and workplace restoration. Extensive experience in organizational development, workforce planning, recruitment and retention, policy development, HR planning, talent acquisition, job classification. Extensive experience with disability management, duty to accommodate Occupational Health & Safety. Considerable experience in conflict management and mediation. Considerable management level experience is required. Considerable experience working in a unionized environment with a strong knowledge of Health Collective Agreements is required. Change management knowledge and skills considered is required. Conflict management and mediation skills are required. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication, collaboration, and team building skills are essential. Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, presentations. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with leaders, senior managers, employees, and union representatives. Must have access to reliable transportation. Good previous work and attendance record.

Salary Range:

$

43.22 - $54.02 per hour (Excluded Level 21)

Bi-Weekly Hours:

75.0 hours Bi-weekly / Days / Monday - Friday

Posting ID: 170270

Closing Date:

September 22, 2025 @ 4:00pm

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.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $43.22-$54.02 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care Paid time off Vision care Wellness program
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Souris, PE