Human Resources Business Partner - People Services

Location: Central Zone, Bethune Building - QEII

Union: Management/Non UnionPosition

Posting Closing Date: 20-Aug-26 Reporting to the Central Zone People Services Director and working closely with the Senior Human Resources Business Partner and People Services Centers of Expertise, the HRBP provides strategic human resources leadership and consultation to an assigned group of senior leaders and managers within their respective zone. They are a problem solver, change agent and business partner who is accountable to research and deliver innovative human resources solutions that are aligned with the client’s business objectives and consistent with relevant policies, collective agreement language, legislation and the vision, mission, values and culture of NSH. Collaborating with various partners on the People Services team is integral to the support of the human resources service delivery model.

The HRBP builds strong relationships within the assigned client groups, works collaboratively and leverages relationship with subject matter experts across the zone and NSH and is committed to understanding the business and needs of clients. They make recommendations for action plans to address issues that effectively use and integrate the services provided by People Services to support and enhance client team functioning. The HRBP is able to provide appropriate coaching, support and guidance to managers to assist them in the effective, efficient and sustainable delivery of their programs and services.

This includes but is not limited to, managing employee performance; supporting team functioning; policy development, interpretation and implementation; leadership development and special projects that support a business area or client. Consultation with external legal services, inter-professional practice and learning, finance, and other partners may be required on particular issues or initiatives.



Graduate of post-secondary degree/program in Human Resources or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) preferred.

Knowledge of all aspects of human resources, preferably within the health sector Experience interpreting collective agreements and policies Excellent customer service, interpersonal and relationship building skills Excellent consultative, influencing and coaching skills.

Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications. Permanent full-time position; Travel to various sites required. This position participates in a hybrid/work from home model Hourly Rate: $45.75 - $56.04

Successful candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive advantages package, which includes health, dental, and travel insurance; long-term disability and life insurance coverage; and a defined benefit pension plan. Additional wellness, development and employee support programs may also be available. we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. This is a Management/Non Union bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

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Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify. #

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