Job Overview

Beyond Barriers Access and Advocacy Services Inc. is seeking a dedicated and experienced Volunteer Director of Human Resources to lead and oversee all HR functions within the organization. This vital role involves strategic planning, talent management, and program development to support the organization’s mission of access and advocacy. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive HR expertise, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive and compliant workplace environment. This is a volunteer position that offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact through human resources management, program coordination, and organizational development.

Duties

- Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals, including change management initiatives and process improvements.
- Lead talent acquisition efforts through effective recruiting, HR sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding processes.
- Manage employee relations by providing guidance on HR policies, conflict resolution, and fostering a positive workplace culture.

* You will not be doing jobs such as payroll. systems including data collection, payroll processing, and reporting.

- Supervise team members and coordinate training & development programs to enhance staff skills and organizational capacity.
- Conduct data analysis to inform decision-making related to staffing, budgeting, and program effectiveness.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations while managing documentation related to HR activities.
- Facilitate negotiation processes related to employee agreements or organizational policies.
- Lead initiatives for process improvement in HR workflows and operational efficiency across departments.




- Prepare and deliver presentations on HR strategies, program updates, or organizational changes to stakeholders.
- Improve files.

Qualifications

- For this position, you must be either a student in a program related to the field, or someone with experience looking for a fun Volunteer Position.
- Expertise in change management methodologies and program management principles.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly to varied audiences.
- Proficiency in data collection and analysis skills for reporting purposes; familiarity with data tools like Excel/sheets.
- Demonstrated ability in negotiation and process improvement initiatives within HR settings.
- Experience with budgeting processes related to human resources functions is desirable.
- Knowledge of employment law compliance standards relevant to nonprofit organizations is advantageous.
- A robust commitment to organizational mission-driven work with a focus on access and advocacy services.
- This volunteer position offers an opportunity for a passionate human resources professional to contribute significantly toward advancing the organization’s mission while developing leadership skills within a dynamic nonprofit environment.
- Must have thick skin as workers are unreliable with emotions when they are being repremended

We encourage the application of students in a program of a related program. We can sign-off hours, if needed and the experience will give you a leg up after school, when trying to get a paying job. Reminder, this is a volunteer position.

Thank you

Avery Thelma Marie Lamb

President/Chair/Advocate

Pay: From $2.00 per year

Benefits:

- Company events
- Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

📌 Director of Human Resources - Beyond Barriers Access and Advocacy Services Inc. - Volunteer Position (Sault Ste. Marie)
🏢 Beyond Barriers Access and Advocacy Services
📍 Sault Ste. Marie