Employer: Sandgate Women's Shelter of York Region Inc

Location: Jackson's Point

Job Type: Hybrid

Closes: October 23, 2026

Human Resources Manager

About Us
Sandgate Women’s Shelter of York Region Inc. is a feminist organization established in 1992.

We are dedicated to empowering all persons who identify as women and their children through safe shelter, resources, information and advocacy to eliminate violence in their lives. We operate within a harm reduction, feminist and intersectional framework.

The Prospect
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Human Resources Manager to join our team.

Reporting to the Executive Director, this role provides HR leadership, support, and strategic direction across the organization. The ideal candidate brings expertise in HR management within the nonprofit sector and a commitment to feminist, anti-oppression principles.

Position Details
Hours: 21 hours per week (part-time)

Location: Hybrid – remote work from home office and onsite at Sandgate Women’s Shelter sites (Jackson's Point shelter site and administrative office)

Compensation: $36–40.00 per hour, commensurate with experience

Classification: Non-unionized position

Note: Some evening and weekend availability may be required.

Key Responsibilities

Provide HR leadership, strategic direction, and guidance to staff, management team, and Board

Lead organizational policy and procedure development, compliance, and communication

Oversee recruitment, hiring coordination, onboarding, and orientation processes

Ensure adherence to labor laws, employment standards, and the Collective Agreement (OPSEU)





Provide strategic guidance throughout collective bargaining negotiations and on the interpretation and administration of the Collective Agreement

Manage performance management processes including evaluations, performance improvement plans, and investigations

Provide timely and meaningful feedback that is candid and direct to help team members develop with a strong focus on quality

Encourage and inspire team members to perform at optimal levels through effective role modeling

Maintain accurate employee records and personnel files using Bamboo HR

Lead diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives with feminist, anti-colonial, anti-racist, and anti-oppression approaches

Participate on Health and Safety and Pay Equity committees

Identify organizational capacity-building needs and recommend trainings

Support employee benefits administration, workplace safety, and regulatory compliance

Provide strategic guidance to the management team and attend operations meetings

Sandgate Women’s Shelter of York Region Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications and Requirements

College or University Degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience (3–5 years management)

3+ years progressive experience in social services or nonprofit sector, with some years in HR

Knowledge of employment legislation (Employment Standards, Ontario Human Rights Code, OH&S;, Pay Equity, WSIB/CNESST)





Unionized environment experience

Foundational understanding of gender-based violence, particularly intimate partner violence

Commitment to feminist, anti-colonial, anti-racist, anti-oppression approaches

Excellent organizational, time-management, oral and written communication skills

Demonstrate effective conflict management techniques

Demonstrate self-improvement and advancement of own skills

Exceptional relationship-building and conflict resolution skills

Ability to work with diverse identities and communities

Driver's License, reliable vehicle, and up to date insurance

Current Police Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screenings

Strong Assets

Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation

Experience in the violence against women sector

Fluency in a second language

Experience with HR data collection programs (Bamboo HR preferred)

Why Join Sandgate?
At Sandgate, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to ending gender-based violence.

This role offers the opportunity to shape HR practices through a feminist and intersectional lens, contribute to meaningful organizational change, and support a team doing vital community work.

We offer a flexible hybrid work arrangement and a collaborative, values-driven environment.

Sandgate Women’s Shelter of York Region Inc. is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from equity-deserving groups. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.

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