People and Culture Manager

Job Description

<p>On behalf of our client, <b>CMHA Mid-Island, </b>we are seeking an<b> experienced and people-focused People and Culture Manager </b>to build and lead a practical, human-centred HR function that supports vital community services across the greater <b>Nanaimo </b>area.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting to the Director of Operations, this senior operational role will shape CMHA Mid-Island’s people strategy and bring it to life on the ground. As the organization’s first dedicated People and Culture Manager, you’ll build a practical, human-centered HR function that supports housing, outreach, harm reduction, and community education programs. You’ll turn compliance into clear, usable tools, translate values into everyday habits, and coach leaders to have the right conversations at the right time.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’re a strategic HR leader who thrives in dynamic, mission-driven environments, understands the nuances of unionized settings, and loves pairing big-picture vision with hands-on execution, we encourage you to read on.</p><p><br></p><p><b>What CMHA-Mid-Island Offers:</b></p><ul><li>Salary of $67,000 – $85,000 annually and comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, extended health and dental coverage</li><li>Flexible work arrangements</li><li>A supportive, collaborative team with a strong sense of purpose</li><li>A chance to shape the People and Culture function from the ground up</li><li>Professional development opportunities, including conference participation and ongoing learning</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>What You’ll Do as our People and Culture Manager:</b></p><ul><li>Lead all aspects of People and Culture, serving as a trusted advisor on strategy, compliance, and culture.</li><li>Build practical policies, systems, and templates that reflect CMHA values, collective agreements, and B.C. Employment Standards combined with oversight of compensation practices, HR systems, and privacy, and lead learning initiatives, culture-building, and organizational change projects.</li><li>Drive workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and retention for both unionized and excluded roles.</li><li>Coach managers on performance and respectful, early labour relations, while co-leading the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee to champion trauma informed practice and regulatory compliance.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>What You Bring:</b></p><ul><li>5+ years of progressive HR or People and Culture experience, including at least 2 years advising leaders, ideally in a unionized B.C. environment with strong knowledge of collective agreements. Experience in community health, housing, or social services is an asset.</li><li>Post-secondary education in HR, Business Administration, or a related field; CPHR or equivalent training is an asset, with a solid understanding of B.C. Employment Standards, WorkSafeBC, and PIPA, along with strengths in recruitment, performance management, investigations, and policy development</li><li>Clear, compassionate communicator with the ability to build trust across diverse teams</li><li>Proficiency with Payworks and Google Workspace, a valid B.C. driver’s license, and the ability to travel between sites</li><li>Clear Criminal Record Check and eligibility to work in Canada required</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>These Skills and Abilities Will Help You Thrive:</b></p><ul><li>A strategic mindset paired with a hands-on, practical approach to getting things done.</li><li>Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to navigate diverse teams and union environments.</li><li>A calm, curious, and solutions-focused way of approaching complex issues and conversations.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Who is CMHA Mid-Island: </b></p><p><b>Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Mid-Island</b> helps people across Nanaimo and the Comox Valley access housing, harm reduction, education, and employment supports that protect mental health and dignity. Our teams deliver Street Reach outreach, Overdose Prevention, Clean Sweep, supportive Housing, and Employment programs that meet people where they are and walk with them to what’s next. We share CMHA’s vision of mentally healthy people in a healthy society and work closely with Island Health, BC Housing, municipalities, and community partners to make it real.</p><p><br></p><p><b>How to Apply: </b></p><p>We encourage you to review the <b>Job Description</b> and forward your resume that clearly outlines how your skills and experience meet the requirements of this role to <b>TallSky Consulting</b>.</p><p><br></p><p>TallSky is committed to supporting our clients in building inclusive cultures that embrace differences. Our approach reflects professional employment equity practices, and we believe in celebrating each candidate’s uniqueness. Diverse teams learn how to communicate respectfully, deliver more innovative solutions, and are better positioned for long-term success.</p><p><br></p><p>This position will remain open until it is filled. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.</p>