Director, Human Resource Business Partners (HRBP)Regular/full-timeManitoba Public Service CommissionHuman Resource Business Partners, Human Resource Business ServicesAdvertisement Number:45157Salary(s):XM2 $113,460.00 - $139,106.00 per yearClosing Date:April 20, 2026The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.IntroductionThe Public Service Commission is seeking a progressive, trusted leader for the position of Director, Human Resource Business Partners (HRBP). Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, Human Resource Business Services, the Director provides senior leadership to one of three offices within the HRBP Branch and leads a team of HRBP’s delivering operational and strategic human resource advisory services to assigned departments across the Manitoba public service.With a primary focus on employee relations, people management, and workforce planning, the Director serves as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on complex and sensitive workforce matters and supports the implementation of the Province’s Corporate Workforce Action Plan. The role works closely with the Return to Work and Accommodation Services Unit, Talent Acquisition, and other Human Resource Centres of Excellence within the Public Service Commission to support effective, integrated workforce management practices.Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.DutiesLead a team providing strategic HR advisory services to assigned departments, with a primary focus on employee relations, people management, and workforce planning.Serve as a trusted advisor to Deputy Ministers, Assistant Deputy Ministers, and senior leaders on complex and sensitive employee relations, workforce, and workplace matters.Provide timely,



consistent advice on the application of human resource policies, legislation, collective agreements, and standard people management practices, ensuring a risk-informed, practical, and solutions-focused approach.Lead and support employee relations activities, including attendance management, accommodation, performance management, respectful workplace matters, organizational change, and early issue resolution.Provide strategic leadership and stewardship of human and financial resources, including fostering a high-performance, strategic culture within the assigned office.Support departments in advancing and implementing the Province’s Corporate Workforce Action Plan by aligning enterprise workforce priorities with operational people management practices.Promote and support the integration of diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and reconciliation principles into people management practices, and provide guidance to departments on fostering respectful, inclusive, and culturally responsive workplaces.Work in close partnership with the Talent Acquisition and Occupational Health and Safety Branch and other Centres of Excellence by providing workforce planning advice and contributing HR expertise to recruitment, supportive employment, and other key corporate programs and initiatives.Identify and address labour relations considerations, including interpretation of collective agreements and grievance risk assessment, in coordination with centralized labour relations specialists.As a member of the division’s senior management team, contribute to collective leadership, alignment, and continuous improvement across the HR Business Services Division.QualificationsPost secondary education in human resources management, industrial relations, business administration, public administration, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education, training,



and extensive directly related experience may be considered.Demonstrated senior-level leadership experience providing operational and strategic human resource advisory services in a complex, unionized workplace.Significant expertise in employee relations and people management, such as advising on sensitive workplace issues, accommodation, performance management, respectful workplace matters, and conflict resolution.Experience working with recruitment or talent acquisition functions.Sound understanding of labour relations principles.Demonstrated knowledge of occupational health, safety, wellness, accommodation, and return-to-work practices within a large organization.Proven experience providing workforce planning advice to senior leaders, including analysis of workforce needs, risks, and succession considerations.Strong political and organizational acumen, with the ability to advise senior leaders on complex and sensitive issues.Demonstrated ability to provide strategic leadership to large teams, including oversight of financial resources.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven ability to build effective relationships with senior leaders and diverse stakeholders.Demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and reconciliation.The ability to communicate in French would be an asset.Conditions of EmploymentMust be legally entitled to work in Canada.Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.Why Work For Manitoba Government?The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.Defined pension planLife insurance coverageLong-Term Disability PlanEmployer paid health care benefits including health, dental and visionExtended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and moreAnnual health spending account for eligible employeesCommitment to Health and WellnessEmployee and Family Assistance ProgramPaid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave daysFlexible work arrangements for eligible positionsGenerous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of serviceParental, maternity, and adoptive leave options#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Director, Human Resource - C$113,460 - C$139,106 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 Manitoba Government
📍 Toronto