Director of Human Resources – Corporate Governance

Calgary West Central Primary Care Network

Director of Human Resources & Corporate Governance leading HR and governance at a non-profit healthcare organization. Steering strategies and managing compliance while fostering workplace culture in Calgary.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeCalgary • 🇨🇦 CanadaLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strategic leadership in Human Resources and Corporate Governance, with a focus on developing and executing HR strategies that align with organizational objectives. Proficient in people management, compliance, and risk management, ensuring a high-performing and inclusive workplace culture.

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Strategic LeadershipHuman Resources ManagementPolicy GovernanceEmployee RelationsWorkforce Planning

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Hard Skills

Human Resources ExperiencePerformance ManagementEmployee DevelopmentOrganizational Strategy DevelopmentBudget ManagementChange ManagementPayroll ManagementWorkforce AnalyticsRisk ManagementCompliance Management

Soft Skills

CoachingCommunicationTeam LeadershipAccountabilityEngagement

Tools & Technologies

HRIS SystemsMicrosoft Office SuiteUKG

Certifications & Qualifications

CPHR DesignationProsci Change Management Certification

Industry Keywords

Corporate GovernanceEmployee EngagementWorkplace Health and SafetyLegislative ComplianceTotal Rewards Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a member of the Leadership Team, contributing to organizational strategy, business planning, policy development, and enterprise decision-making.
Oversee Human Resources (HR) and Corporate Governance (CG) departmental operations, organizational structure, and resource allocation to support service delivery and business objectives.
Develop and manage the annual operating budget and ensure effective stewardship of departmental resources.
Lead all aspects of people management for the Manager of Human Resources and the Manager of Corporate Governance, including recruitment, performance management, and employee development.
Create an engaged, high-performing team through clear communication, coaching, accountability, and continuous development opportunities.
Ensure compliance with organizational policies, payroll and timekeeping requirements, workplace health and safety standards, and other applicable legislation.
Develop and execute an HR strategy that supports the organization's short- and long-term objectives, aligning workforce, culture, operational, and financial priorities.
Lead organizational change management, employee engagement, and communication initiatives that foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.
Provide strategic oversight of employee relations, workplace investigations, and the application of employment legislation, organizational policies, and HR best practices.
Monitor legislative, regulatory, labour market, and industry trends to assess risk and inform organizational decision-making and workforce strategies.
Oversee the organization's total rewards programs, including compensation philosophy, benefits, market reviews, job evaluation processes, and compensation budgeting.
Ensure HR strategies are enabled by effective technology, systems, workforce analytics, and data-driven decision-making.
Lead workforce planning, talent acquisition, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives to attract, develop, and retain a diverse and qualified workforce.
Provide strategic leadership of the organization's policy governance framework, ensuring policies and related procedures are aligned with organizational objectives, regulatory requirements, and organizational values.
Oversee business continuity and enterprise risk management programs to support organizational resilience, regulatory readiness, and effective identification, mitigation, and monitoring of enterprise risks.
Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the organization's privacy and information management program, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, legal requirements, and best practices.
Oversee enterprise privacy risk management, including privacy frameworks, risk assessments, breach response, investigations, and mitigation strategies.
Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the organization's governance framework, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy, regulatory requirements, and governance best practices.
Oversee the Corporate Governance function and promote a culture of accountability through effective Board support, governance processes, and organizational compliance.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Leadership, Business Administration or other relevant related discipline is required.
A Master’s degree in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Leadership, Business Administration or other relevant advanced degree in a related discipline is an asset.
A minimum of six years’ progressive professional Human Resources experience in a generalist or business partner capacity, with increasing levels of responsibility.
A minimum of five years’ experience leading a team and accountable for all aspects of people leadership, including performance management, coaching, employee development, and employee relations.
A minimum of two years of demonstrated strategic leadership experience, including developing and executing organizational strategies, driving transformational initiatives, and achieving business objectives.
A minimum of two years’ experience working directly with Boards of Directors and Board Committees.
A minimum of two years’ experience leading policy governance and organizational policy development, implementation, and oversight.
A minimum of two years’ experience supporting a remote, dispersed workforce is an asset.
A minimum of one year of payroll experience is an asset.
CPHR designation or a willingness to obtain is required.
Prosci change management certification is an asset.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams).
Proficiency in HRIS systems required, specifically UKG is an asset.
A clear Criminal Background and Credit Check are required to start.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible working options
Professional development opportunities