Manager of People and Culture #8621
YMCA St Catharines
Why Work for the YMCA?
The YMCA of Niagara is a mission-driven organization committed to fueling a healthy, connected, and engaged Niagara. Our presence in over 100 program sites has been impacting the community with dedication and purpose for over 150 years.
Our legacy in the community is a testament to the transformative work we do. We serve a diverse range of individuals and families, with a commitment to inclusivity, collaboration, and the wellbeing of all. As we move forward, we are embracing a revitalized approach to meet the evolving needs of the community and actively contribute to transforming lives across Niagara.
Guided by our shared values – caring, health, honesty, inclusiveness, respect, and responsibility – the YMCA provides our employees with meaningful opportunities to make a positive impact on individuals and the health of our communities.
Our dynamic team is dedicated to maintaining our positive growth trajectory though continuously adapting and innovating our services and programs to meet the changing landscape in Niagara.
We are looking for a human resource professional to serve as the ambassador and champion of People & Culture in our organization. You will provide a refreshed vision to our internal and external stakeholders to affirm the YMCA of Niagara as an employer of choice.
NATURE & SCOPE
The Manager of People and Culture is a strategic, solutions oriented collaborative leader. As a future focussed professional with a track record for creating high performance teams, you will be instrumental in shaping our YMCA through people and culture related matters including legislation, policies and procedures, organisation design, compensation, employee engagement and succession planning.
Requirements
- University degree in Human Resources or a related field.
- Significant specialized education in Human Resource mandatory.
- Compensation review and/or job evaluation specialty preferred.
- CHRP/CHRL preferred.
- 2+ years of progressively senior role in Human Resources.
- Proven problem solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills.
- Maturity and good judgement; the ability to have difficult discussions with a variety of people under stressful conditions.
- Experience in coaching others through complex situations.
- Good knowledge of relevant legislation.
- Good knowledge of disability management, employee relations and compensation and benefits.
- HRIS experience preferred.
- Ability to work independently in a decentralized environment.
- Advanced knowledge of relevant business technology including Excel.
- Upon hiring, a clear and satisfactory criminal reference check inclusive of the vulnerable sector search (CRC VSS) issued for the YMCA of Niagara.
Additional
COMPETENCIES:
Problem Solving
Identifies an issue and works towards a solution
Relationship Building and Collaboration
Builds positive interactions both internally and externally to achieve work related goals
Communication
Communicate in a thorough, clear and timely manner and supports information sharing and goal achievement across the YMCA
Conflict Resolution
Facilitates appropriate and timely solutions to conflict
Coaching and Development
Commits to assisting participants, volunteers, staff and self in continuous learning and development
Tolerance for Ambiguity
Functions effectively in situations of less than perfect or incomplete information
Integrity
Demonstrates responsible behaviour at all times and maintains high ethical standards
Service Orientation
Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance each and every individual’s YMCA experience
BENEFITS
YMCA Health/Dental and Pension benefits after 3 month probation and a YMCA Membership
Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume by noon on August 7th, 2024
All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted.
Accessibility accommodations and materials in alternate formats for individuals with disabilities can be arranged upon request.
For more information on other opportunities at the YMCA of Niagara please visit: ymcaofniagara.org
