Human Resources Manager

at  Ballenas Housing Society

Job Summary - Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (or designate), this position effectively manages the human resources management functions and the occupational health and safety (OHS) program. This position exercises independent judgement in the performance of duties following policies and procedures in compliance with the BC Labour Code, Employment Standards Act, WorkSafeBC, Human Rights Code, Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA), and other relevant legislation.

KNOWLEDGE:

· Extensive knowledge of human resources functions, program applications and best practices within BC.
· Solid understanding of the principles of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive employee information, workplace investigations, job description development, and compensation.
· Extensive knowledge of the applicability of the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA).
· Extensive knowledge and application of the BC Labour Relations Code, BC Employment Standards Act, and Workers’ Compensation Board Act and Regulations, and the Society Act
· Considerable knowledge of methods and techniques used for effective employee recruitment in a competitive and challenging market, including strategies for screening, interviewing, and testing applicants.
· Thorough knowledge of health and welfare benefit programs and enrolment requirements.
· High proficiency and ability in word processing and various software program applications including business English, office practices and procedures.

Manage the day-to day operations of human resources including labour relations, recruitment and selection, training and development, succession planning, HR planning, talent management, performance management, maintain employee files; and personnel management to improve and enhance organizational initiatives that align with the Society’s strategic objectives and goals.
Lead and participate in the recruitment and selection process including development of job descriptions, interview questions, and job postings; conducts reference checks; assesses and recommends applicant suitability for employment; oversees onboarding process; and ensures proper employment practices are followed.
Manage the OHS program and provides advice on the Society’s responsibilities, workplace safety, employee wellness, and programs such as attendance management and return to work programs.
Manage the delivery of all payroll functions including remittances, reporting, deposits, electronic banking, reconciliations; resolve policy issues related to payroll; research best practices and develop related policies, procedures and standards; administer all health and welfare benefits, and work with benefit administrators in accordance with legislative standards.
Develop and implement policies, programs and procedures for organizational training and development, succession planning, performance management, and talent management.
Administer the health and welfare benefit plans including enrolments and changes; develops strategies for benefit improvements and cost effectiveness; communicates with benefit carriers; ensures employees conform to benefit plan requirements and provisions; liaises with Finance regarding employee changes; and ensures the security and accuracy of employee records.
Research best practices and develops HR policies, procedures, and standards and ensures compliance with applicable legislation and regulations.
Participate in the development of HR and OHS budgets for programs such as recruitment, training and development, and benefit programs.
Represent HR/OHS to government agencies and the public including responding to and advising managers on all human resources matters and may attend Society meetings as required; act in the absence of the Chief Executive Officer as designated.
Oversee the day-to-day administration of the Society; support the organization with operational growth including development, act as the Privacy Officer designate to ensure adherence to PIPA rules.
Prepare and present reports to government agencies and/or the Board, conveying complex information in an understandable, clear and accurate manner, both verbally and in writing as required.
Performs other related duties as required.