Employer Name: Northwestern Health Unit
Location/Address: Kenora, ON
Application Deadline: September 25, 2026
Hours of Work: Permanent Full Time, 37.5 hours/week – Effective November 2nd, 2026
Wage: $124,293 to $138,118 per year based on experience.
Duties:
The Manager of Human Resources provides strategic leadership and direction for all human resources functions, including labour relations, recruitment and retention, employee relations, occupational health and safety, policy development, and legislative compliance.
Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, the Manager leads the development and continuous improvement of human resources programs, policies, and practices that support organizational goals, a positive workplace culture, and workforce excellence. The incumbent serves as a trusted advisor to leadership, fosters collaborative relationships with employees, unions, and community partners, and helps advance the mission and strategic priorities of the Northwestern Health Unit.
Why Join NWHU?
- OMERS defined benefit pension plan
- Excellent benefits coverage including health, dental, life insurance and long-term disability
- 4 weeks’ vacation to start, plus 1 week in lieu
- Up to 13 paid statutory holidays and 2 float days
- Personal and family sick leave coverage
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities
- Relocation assistance available
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Labour Relations, or a related field.
- Minimum five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in human resources, including the management, development, and delivery of human resources and labour relations programs and services, preferably in a unionized environment.
- Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designation, or eligibility and willingness to obtain the designation.
- Demonstrated expertise in employment and labour relations, collective agreement administration, recruitment and retention, compensation and benefits, job evaluation, organizational development, performance management, occupational health and safety, and human resources information systems (HRIS).
- Thorough knowledge of applicable employment, labour, human rights, accessibility, occupational health and safety, privacy, and related legislation and regulations.
- Proven leadership experience supporting organizational strategy, change management, workforce planning, employee relations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
- Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder engagement abilities, with the capacity to work effectively with employees, managers, unions, senior leadership, and external partners.
- Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive matters with professionalism, discretion, sound judgment, and a high degree of confidentiality.
Other:
- Access to reliable transportation. Mileage allowance provided.
- The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check and proof of required immunizations prior to commencing employment.
How to Apply:
Resumes accepted
via email only at: careers@nwhu.on.ca
Applicants must reference posting # 2026-35
Applicants who do not receive an auto-generated receipt response should contact Human Resources at (807) 468-3147 x 143 and leave a message.
This position is an existing vacancy.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Confidential information provided by applicants will be used for the purposes of this competition only and will be protected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
NWHU is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace. Upon request, accommodation, due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment and selection process. NWHU does not use artificial intelligence tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.