Job Description

Human Resources LeadCompetition Number:
26/199Posting Scope:
Internal / ExternalPosted Date:
November 3, 2026Closing Date:
November 20, 2026, 4:30 PM PSTDepartment:
People and CultureWork schedule:
Monday to Friday (35 hour work week) Continuous Term – (up to 24 months)

Salary:

Pay Band 6 ($127,530.972 to $150,035.55)Job Code:
3294Employee Group:
This is an Exempt positionNumber of Vacancies:
1WORK FROM HOMEThe successful candidate for this posting may be eligible for participation in a hybrid, work from home arrangement in alignment with the City’s Work from Home Policy. Such arrangements are determined with each employee and subject to change based on operational needs and policy direction.
EDOThe successful candidate may be eligible for earned days off, earning up to two days per month in recognition of time worked beyond core operational hours. Such arrangements are subject to change based on operational needs.
POSITION SUMMARYReporting to the Manager, Human Resources, the Human Resources Lead is a senior professional role that provides day-to-day leadership, technical expertise, coaching, and operational guidance across the Human Resources function. The Human Resources Lead supports Human Resources Business Partners, Human Resources Operations Advisors, and Talent Acquisition Specialists, ensuring consistent service delivery, application of policies, practices and collective agreements, and alignment with organizational objectives. The Talent Acquisition team reports directly into the HR Lead.
As a subject matter expert, the Human Resources Lead serves as a key resource for complex and sensitive human resources matters, provides mentorship and coaching to HR team members, supports cross-functional collaboration,



and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives across People and Culture. While not a formal supervisory position, the Human Resources Lead provides functional leadership and acts as a senior resource to support the effective delivery of HR services and programs.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIESFunctional Leadership and Team SupportProvides day-to-day guidance, mentorship, and technical support to Human Resources Business Partners, Human Resources Operations Advisors, and Talent Acquisition Specialists.
Serves as a senior resource for complex employee, labour relations, recruitment, classification, compensation, and organizational matters.
Promotes consistency in the interpretation and application of legislation, collective agreements, policies, procedures, and HR practices.
Supports knowledge-sharing, team development, and continuous learning across the HR function.
Reviews and provides feedback on recommendations, documentation, reports, correspondence, and other HR deliverables.
Assists in prioritizing workload and coordinating activities across the HR team to support operational requirements.
Acts as a resource during periods of significant workload, organizational change, or complex case management.
Human Resources Advisory ServicesProvides expert advice and consultation on employee relations, performance management, attendance management, accommodation, workplace investigations, organizational design, classification, compensation,



and policy interpretation.
Supports HR team members in addressing complex workplace issues and developing practical solutions.
Assists in the development of HR strategies and recommendations for leaders.
Reviews emerging issues and trends and recommends appropriate courses of action.
Supports risk assessment and mitigation related to human resources matters.
Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning SupportProvides subject matter expertise and guidance on recruitment, selection, workforce planning, and talent management practices.
Supports Talent Acquisition Specialists in developing recruitment strategies for difficult-to-fill or specialized positions.
Reviews recruitment processes and practices to ensure consistency, equity, and compliance.
Assists with workforce planning initiatives, succession planning, and organizational development activities.
Classification, Compensation and Organizational DesignProvides technical expertise related to classification, job evaluation, organizational design, and compensation administration.
Supports the review of recent and revised positions and provides guidance on job evaluation methodologies.
Participates in or chairs job evaluation committees as required.
Reviews organizational structures and provides recommendations to support operational effectiveness and internal equity.
Ensures consistency in the application of classification plans and compensation practices.
Human Resources Operations and SystemsProvides guidance and support regarding HR systems, reporting, and workforce analytics.
Collaborates with Human Resources Operations Advisors to identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and service enhancem

📌 Human Resources Lead (Winnipeg)
🏢 The City Of Victoria
📍 Winnipeg