Vice President, Human Resources

The Opportunity

Are you a dynamic HR leader ready to make a meaningful impact? AgeCare is seeking a visionary Vice President of Human Resources to join our team. If you're passionate about creating exceptional workplaces, driving strategic HR initiatives, and fostering a culture rooted in Trust, Respect, Quality, and Teamwork, this is the opportunity for you.

Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President of Human Resources, this role provides the authority, autonomy, and responsibility to lead AgeCare's HR strategies focused on recruitment, retention, employee satisfaction, and leadership development. As a key member of our senior management team, you will shape and implement HR policies, drive organizational excellence, and champion AgeCare's commitment to being a leader in senior care.

What You Will Do

1. Strategic Leadership & HR Operations
   • Lead and collaborate with the HR team to foster a strong partnership with operations, ensuring seamless execution of organizational goals.
   • Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with AgeCare's goals to attract, retain, and develop top talent.
   • Lead the creation, implementation, and communication of HR policies, ensuring legal and quality compliance.
   • Guide senior management and HR teams on performance management, discipline, and employee relations.
   • Oversee workforce planning and development, including talent acquisition strategies.
   • Oversee compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness and alignment with budget.
2. Employee Engagement & Culture
   • Drive employee engagement through surveys, feedback analysis, and action plans.
   • Implement leadership development programs to coach, mentor, and prepare future leaders.
3. Compliance & Risk Management
   • Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and regional HR standards.
   • Lead risk management efforts, including incident reporting, root cause analysis, and follow-up actions.
   • Support the Qmentum Accreditation Canada process to maintain high standards in service excellence and governance.
4. Continuous Improvement & Innovation
   • Provide regular and ongoing Total Quality Management (TQM) and outcomes reporting.
   • Monitor HR metrics, benchmark performance, and implement best practices to strengthen AgeCare's industry leadership.
5. Service Level Agreement (SLA) Management

   Oversee SLAs with third-party vendors, ensuring that AgeCare's outsourced HR functions receive timely, accurate, and high-quality support.

What We Offer

• Great Pay & Benefits: Competitive salary with health benefits and paid time off.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for training, education, and advancement.
• Supportive Culture: A diverse and inclusive team where everyone is valued.
• Meaningful Work: Make a real impact on our residents' lives.
• Community Feel: Build strong connections with residents, their families, and your colleagues.
• Recognition: Your hard work is celebrated and rewarded.
• Relocation Allowance: Financial support to facilitate a smooth transition, if applicable.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of senior management experience in HR, with a proven track record in leadership, strategy development, and change management.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to drive HR initiatives and continuous improvement.
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, working autonomously and as part of a collaborative team.

About Us

For over 25 years, AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant and supportive communities, providing high-quality care and fostering meaningful connections. With over 50 communities across Alberta, BC and Ontario, we offer a comfortable, home-like atmosphere where residents can age with dignity and respect. Guided by our values of trust, quality, respect and teamwork, our compassionate and dedicated team is at the core of our success, ensuring that residents enjoy a rich quality of life in an environment tailored to their needs.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're a forward-thinking leader ready to shape the future of senior care, we invite you to join AgeCare in our mission to deliver outstanding care and support. Together, let's create a brighter future for our residents, and employees.

At AgeCare, we value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Title: Vice President, Human Resources

Work Location: Corporate Office

Address: 19655 Walden Blvd SE, Calgary, Alberta T2X 0N7

Employment Type: FT

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If you're motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!