MANAGER OF HUMAN RESOURCES STRATEGY AND LABOUR RELATIONS

Job Responsibility:

Regular Full-Time

About Us

One of BC's Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local community. As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre. We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you!

About You / What We Are Looking For

As the Manager, Human Resources Strategy and Labour Relations, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing HR strategies that align with our municipality's goals. Your expertise in labour relations and corporate reporting will be crucial in driving our HR initiatives forward. This is a great opportunity for experienced HR professionals with a strong background in labour relations and are passionate about providing leadership in strategic initiatives. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and your career can thrive. You'll have the chance to contribute to a thriving community, influence positive change, and be a key player in our organizational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Craft and implement HR strategies that support organizational objectives, long-term workforce planning, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee labour relations activities, including collective bargaining, contract administration, and dispute resolution, while proactively identifying areas for process improvement.
• Work closely with union representatives and other stakeholders to maintain constructive labour relations.
• Prepare, review, and present detailed HR reports, internal memos, and policy briefs to senior leadership, ensuring clarity and precision.
• Lead the development and ongoing review of HR policies, ensuring they are innovative, compliant with legislation, and reflect best practices.
• Ensure adherence to employment laws, collective agreements, and municipal regulations, providing expert guidance on policy interpretation and obligations.
• Assist the CHRO with Council reports, presentations, and recommendations, ensuring timely and accurate information for policy decisions.
• Lead initiatives to enhance workplace culture, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Support ideation and collaboration sessions to drive HR innovations and organizational improvements.
• Provide advice and support to managers on employee relations, performance management, and the application of policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Business Administration, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Hold the CPHR designation or working towards it
• Extensive experience in HR strategy development, policy writing, and labour relations, preferably in a public or municipal setting.
• Demonstrated ability to draft clear, concise reports, memos, and policy recommendations for diverse audiences, including senior management and elected officials or board of directors.
• Strong understanding of employment law, labour relations practices, and collective bargaining.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with a creative approach to problem-solving and ideation.
• Experience working with unions and managing complex employee relations issues.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead initiatives that enhance workplace culture and organizational performance.

What We Offer:

This excluded position has an annual salary range of $142,820 - $160,654. The rate of pay is based on a variety of factors including qualifications, knowledge, experience and skills.

You will have the chance to join a rapidly growing and diverse team dedicated to supporting the local community, and be able to engage in variety of learning and development opportunities. Additionally, there is an opportunity to participate in a flex day program. This position is based in Coquitlam with some flexible, hybrid work options available. The City offers an attractive vacation and extended benefits package, including the ability to contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan.

Accessibility / Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Coquitlam is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer working towards enhancing equitable practices in our recruitment and retention processes. As an organization we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment to support our growing and diverse work force. To learn more about what equity, diversity, and inclusion means, and the City's efforts in support of these principles, please visit coquitlam.ca/edi for more information.

If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please contact our team for confidential support. Staff can also provide in-person support if required.

Applicants under consideration may be required to undergo a police information check (with no adverse reports).

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Please apply online at Please provide a cover letter with your application. The posting will remain open until filled.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.