- Take on a broad and influential HR leadership role overseeing recruitment, labour relations, health and safety, and employee development
- Earn a competitive salary of $104,000-$140,000, plus comprehensive employer-paid benefits, participation in the BC Municipal Pension Plan, and relocation assistance
- Thrive in a supportive small-municipality environment where versatility, collaboration, and professional growth are highly valued
The District of Peachland is a vibrant lakeside municipality located along the western shores of Okanagan Lake in British Columbia, known for its strong sense of community, stunning natural surroundings, and forward-thinking approach to local governance. Serving residents, businesses, and visitors alike, the District delivers essential municipal services including planning and development, infrastructure, parks and recreation, community programs, and environmental stewardship. With a commitment to sustainable growth and enhancing quality of life, Peachland balances thoughtful urban planning with the preservation of its scenic landscapes, waterfront, and small-town charm. The organization works closely with community members, regional partners, and local businesses to support responsible development, economic vitality, and community wellbeing. Joining the District of Peachland means contributing to meaningful work that shapes a thriving community while enjoying the unique lifestyle offered by the beautiful Okanagan region. To learn more about the District's departments and the services they provide, please click here.
For more information, please visit our website: peachland.ca
The District of Peachland is looking for a full-time Human Resources Manager based in Peachland, BC.
Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, you will play a pivotal role in leading the District’s human resources function, providing strategic advice to senior leadership while overseeing labour relations, recruitment, employee relations, health and safety, and organizational development initiatives.
In this position, you will be primarily responsible for delivering a broad range of human resources services that support the District’s workforce, foster positive labour-management relationships, and contribute to the success of a collaborative small-municipality environment where flexibility and cross-functional support are valued.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Providing strategic human resources advice and recommendations to senior leadership
- Leading recruitment, staffing, onboarding, and employee development activities
- Managing labour relations activities, including collective bargaining, grievance resolution, arbitration preparation, and union partnership development
- Advising management on employee relations, performance management, attendance, and progressive discipline matters
- Developing, implementing, and maintaining human resources policies, programs, and procedures
- Managing occupational health and safety programs, disability management, and WorkSafeBC-related processes
- Providing guidance on employee benefits, compensation, leave management, HR legislation, and collective agreement interpretation
- Collaborating across departments to support workforce planning, corporate initiatives, community events, elections, and other organizational priorities
To read the full position description, please click here.
To qualify, you will need post-secondary education in Human Resources Management or a related discipline, along with 5+ years of progressively responsible human resources experience in a unionized environment, including collective bargaining. Experience working within a municipal or other public sector environment will be highly regarded. An equivalent combination of education, professional certifications, and relevant experience will also be considered. You will also be required to hold a valid Class 5 Driver's Licence.
Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:
- Strong generalist HR experience in a unionized environment, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and policy development
- Experience managing labour relations, including collective bargaining, grievance resolution, arbitration preparation, and union partnerships
- Knowledge of employment legislation, collective agreement administration, and human resources best practices
- Experience supporting occupational health and safety, disability management, and WorkSafeBC programs
- Experience working within a municipal, public sector, or similarly complex organizational environment
- Knowledge of employee benefits, compensation, leave administration, and workforce planning practices
- Proficiency with HRIS, payroll, time management, or enterprise systems such as Vadim, Workday, or similar platforms
- CHRP designation or equivalent professional certification (asset)
As our ideal candidate, you are a collaborative and confident HR professional with exceptional interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills. You bring sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of an organization while navigating complex employee and labour relations matters.
This is an exciting opportunity for a versatile HR leader who thrives in a hands-on environment and is motivated by the chance to make a meaningful impact within a close-knit and growing municipality.
In exchange for your hard work and dedication, you will receive a competitive annual salary of $104,000-$140,000, commensurate with skills, experience, and qualifications, along with a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Comprehensive extended health, dental, and vision coverage
- Relocation assistance available for the right candidate, with potential short-term accommodation support
- Participation in the defined benefit BC Municipal Pension Plan
- Life insurance, AD&D and Short and Long-term disability coverage
Competitive annual vacation plan and eligibility to participate in the earned days off and flex time programs
- Free access to the District of Peachland Community Centre fitness facility gym and recreation programs
- Support from a learning-focused organization that invests in employee training, certification, and long-term career development
- The opportunity to influence organizational culture, workforce strategy, and labour relations within a growing municipality
- A collaborative and supportive workplace where employees are encouraged to contribute across the organization
- Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of working in Peachland, a beautiful lakeside community in the Okanagan Valley known for its outdoor recreation, wineries, and welcoming small-town atmosphere
If you’re looking for an opportunity to make an impact and grow your career in a supportive municipal environment, we encourage you to apply today!
