Job Description

The District Municipality of Muskoka is currently recruiting for a


Manager, Human Resources

Posting Date:

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Closing Date:

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 @ 12:00 NOON

Starting Rate:

$110,797 annually

Salary Range:

$110,797 - $129,618 annually

Hours of Work:

37.5 hours per week

Classification:

Management

Status:

Permanent full-time

The District:

Muskoka is a great place to live and play, and the District is a four-season municipality passionate about


protecting, servicing and caring for this community. We have opportunities that will allow you to learn, grow and


build your career amongst other ambitious leaders and innovators. We offer a competitive compensation


package and are committed to promoting diversity, accessibility and inclusion.

It's what we do!

The Opportunity:

The Manager, Human Resources will provide Human Resources (HR) leadership and subject matter expertise


to management and staff in a variety of areas such as employee and labour relations, policy & collective


agreement interpretation, coaching, organizational design, staffing, investigations, attendance management,


training and development. The HR Manager will also have functional oversight of one or more corporate HR


programs (such as health, safety and wellness; disability management and attendance support; recruitment


and onboarding; employee engagement; and performance management).

What you will do:

o Provide advice and coaching to managers and staff on HR, and health and safety policies and procedures


to ensure consistent application and approve or escalate exceptions, as applicable.


Develop, update, recommend and implement HR programs, policies and procedures. Keep abreast of
developments and impending changes to legislation and make recommendations to ensure compliance.
Work with managers, staff and union representatives in resolving employee and labour relations matters,
including grievances.
Participate in or lead union contract negotiations including assisting with the development of labour
negotiation strategies.
Conduct investigations, advise on policy violations, and make recommendations for corrective actions. Provide expertise and guidance to managers and staff on disability and other accommodation requests. Provide coaching and support to hiring managers through staffing, recruitment and on-boarding processes. Work collaboratively at department and divisional levels to help design new structures and jobs to meet the
ongoing operational needs, including development of organizational charts and job descriptions
Manage one or more of the following corporate HR programs:
o Comprehensive health, safety and wellness programs;


o Attendance support programs including managing short term disability and long term disability
claims;


o Corporate recruitment processes including staffing needs analysis, attraction methods (job postings,


advertising, etc.), screening, interviewing, selection, pre-employment assessments, and preparing


offers of employment. Coordinate with external staffing agencies, as required;


o Organizational development and effectiveness, including employee engagement;


o Performance management and employee development programs;


Lead job evaluation processes, including maintaining current job descriptions and job evaluation records. Administer compensation programs and make recommendations. Provide project management for organization-wide people initiatives, such as the mentorship program. Liaise with the various provincial ministries, boards, external lawyers, consultants, insurance brokers &
carriers, and other municipalities as needed.
Develop, source, recommend and provide corporate training related to leadership and staff development. Manage employees in a manner consistent with District values, policies and procedures, including selection,
work scheduling, training and performance evaluation.
Accountable for the safety and security of employees and facilities and ensure that employees work safely
and in compliance with the relevant statutes and regulations and with the safe work procedures and


directives as established by the District.
Act as the Director, Human Resources as required. Undertake special projects and perform other related duties as assigned.

What you will need:

o University degree with specialization in Human Resources or Labour Relations Management, or equivalent


Minimum six years of demonstrated progressive and related experience, including previous experience
working with one or more of the corporate HR program areas
CHRP designation or working towards an asset Ability to exercise a high level of independence with excellent organizational and time management skills to
handle competing priorities
Thorough and extensive knowledge of provincial labour policies, procedures and standards Demonstrated labour and employee relations experience; understanding of labour negotiations, collective
agreements, grievance/arbitration procedures
Strong oral/ written communication, along with superior facilitation, negotiation and conflict resolution skills Proven critical thinking skills and experience in designing and implementing change and achieving
performance objectives
Well-developed interpersonal and team skills to lead and/or participate on multi-disciplinary teams and
cross-functional activities and projects within the District
Strong understanding of compensation, payroll and benefits, job evaluation and pay equity Technologically proficient with a wide range of programs and applications

What we are offering:

The District is proud to offer the following benefits with this job:





Health benefits Paid vacation Paid leaves OMERS pension Work-life flexibility Perks and discounts Wellness programs Fostering and fun environment Professional development and education opportunities Pay range progression based on length of time in the job and satisfactory performance

The Next Step

If you have the necessary skills, experience and qualifications, and can support our vision and values (RISE:


Respect, Innovation, Service and Equity),

please email a cover letter and resume to Charlene Hofstetter,

Charlene.hofstetter@muskoka.on.ca, prior to 12:00 PM on Wednesday June 4, 2025.

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The District of Muskoka is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce, encouraging applications from all


qualified individuals. Our organization is committed to providing persons with disabilities with equal opportunities and standards of


goods and services, and we are compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require disability related


accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources department as soon as possible.


Accommodation may be provided in all steps of the hiring process. Any questions regarding this posting should be directed to the


Human Resources Department.