Director of People & Culture (HR) at Southern Alberta Community Living Association

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic HR Leadership, Labour Relations, Union Management, Workforce Planning, Recruitment, Employee Relations, Organizational Development, Conflict Resolution, Performance Management, Compliance, Change Management, HRIS Management, Policy Development, Succession Planning, Leadership Coaching, Risk Management

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Director of People & Culture SACLA (Southern Alberta Community Living Association) Lethbridge, Alberta Full-Time | Senior Leadership Position About SACLA Southern Alberta Community Living Association (SACLA) supports individuals with developmental disabilities to live meaningful, connected, and inclusive lives within their communities. Through person-centered supports, housing, advocacy, and community engagement, SACLA is committed to empowering the people we serve while fostering dignity, choice, belonging, and independence. SACLA operates within a dynamic and complex service environment and is a unionized workplace with over 250 dedicated professionals and support staff. This role requires strong labour relations leadership, collaborative problem-solving, and a balanced approach to workforce engagement and operational accountability. As SACLA continues to strengthen and modernize its operations, we are seeking a strategic, people-focused, and operationally strong Director of People & Culture to join our leadership team. Position Summary The Director of People & Culture is responsible for leading SACLA’s people strategy, workforce planning, labour relations, recruitment, employee relations, organizational development, and P&C operational systems. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), this role is a key member of the senior leadership team and plays a critical role in supporting organizational stability, workforce sustainability, leadership accountability, and culture development across the organization. The successful candidate will bring a balance of: • Strategic P&C leadership • Strong operational execution • Labour and employee relations expertise • Systems/process improvement capability • Experience supporting complex, mission-driven organizations Experience within any of the following is considered a strong asset: • Developmental disability services, • Healthcare, • Nonprofit organizations, • Community-based social services, or similarly regulated and unionized environments Key Responsibilities Strategic Human Resources Leadership • Lead the development and implementation of SACLA’s P&C strategy aligned with organizational priorities and workforce needs • Support organizational restructuring, leadership development, workforce stabilization, and culture initiatives • Provide strategic P&C advice and recommendations to the CEO and Senior Leadership Team • Support succession planning and long-term workforce sustainability Labour Relations & Union Environment • Lead labour relations activities within a unionized environment • Interpret and administer collective agreements • Support grievance management, investigations, conflict resolution, and progressive discipline processes • Foster collaborative and professional working relationships with union representatives • Ensure compliance with employment legislation, collective agreements, and organizational policies Recruitment & Workforce Planning • Oversee recruitment, onboarding process of new staff, retention, training programs and workforce planning strategies • Develop hiring practices focused on competency, equity, and organizational fit • Support staffing stabilization initiatives within frontline and leadership positions • Improve hiring efficiency and workforce responsiveness Leadership Support & Employee Relations • Coach and support leaders on: o Performance management o Employee engagement o Workplace conflict o Attendance management o Investigations o Leadership accountability • Promote respectful workplace practices and psychologically safe work environments • Participate in the Senior Leadership On Call Cycle/Availability - to support operational escalations as required P&C Systems & Operational Excellence • Lead continuous improvement of P&C systems, processes, and reporting • Support optimization and utilization of the organization’s P&CIS systems Preferred / Strong Asset: • Hands-on working knowledge of ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS/payroll/workforce management systems • Experience implementing or optimizing P&C technology systems in a multi-business unit environment Policy, Compliance & Risk Management • Ensure organizational compliance with: o Alberta Employment Standards o Occupational Health & Safety legislation o Alberta Human Rights legislation o Privacy legislation o PDD contractual obligations o Accreditation requirements (CET / ACD • Oversee: o P&C policies and procedures o investigations o accommodations o leave management o employee documentation standards Qualifications & Experience Required: • Post-secondary education in: o Human Resources/People & Culture, o Business Administration, o Organizational Leadership, or Related Field • Minimum 5–7 years progressive P&C leadership experience • Experience working within a unionized environment • Strong knowledge of Alberta employment and labour legislation • Demonstrated experience leading organizational change and workforce initiatives • Strong communication, conflict resolution, and leadership skills Preferred: • CPHR designation (or working toward designation) • Experience in nonprofit, disability services, healthcare, or community services sectors • Experience with ADP Workforce Now or comparable P&CIS systems as strong asset • Experience supporting multi-site operations and frontline workforces What Success Looks Like The successful candidate will help SACLA: • Strengthen workforce stability and leadership accountability • Improve P&C systems and operational effectiveness • Build trust, consistency, and transparency across teams • Support a respectful, high-performing, and mission-driven culture • Modernize P&C practices while supporting frontline service excellence Why Join SACLA This is an opportunity to help shape the future of a respected community organization making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. The Director of People & Culture will play a central role in helping SACLA strengthen its people systems, leadership culture, and operational foundations during an important period of organizational growth and transformation. To Apply Please submit: • Resume • Cover Letter • Email applications to: admin@sacla.ca [admin@sacla.ca]. Subject Line: Attention: CEO – People & Culture Director Application Applications will be reviewed as received. SACLA thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Monday to Friday: 8am to 5pm 40 hrs per week

Responsibilities

Lead the people strategy, workforce planning, and labour relations for a unionized environment supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. Provide strategic HR advice to the CEO and senior leadership while overseeing recruitment, compliance, and organizational culture.