Job Description

As a central hub in the Metro Vancouver area, the City of New Westminster delivers a broad spectrum of urban services to over 92,000 residents. New Westminster is rich in history with a viable and thriving economy and has a population representative of the diversity of the region. The City is staffed by talented and dedicated employees who work together to achieve its strategic vision. We have earned a proud reputation for civic leadership, service delivery, and outstanding employee relations.

Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, the Deputy Director, HR Strategic Services plays a key leadership role in advancing the City’s people strategies and fostering a healthy, inclusive, and high-performing workplace.

This position oversees the effective delivery of strategic HR programs and services, including:
• Learning and Development
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism (DEIAR)
• Employee Health, Safety, and Wellness
• Employee Engagement and Recognition
• Performance Management
• Succession Planning
• HR Budget Management

The Deputy Director provides strategic leadership to a specialized team including the Learning and Development Manager; Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Anti-Racism (DEIAR) Manager; and Health, Safety, and Wellness Manager, while ensuring alignment with the City’s strategic goals and values.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead the design and delivery of comprehensive staff learning and leadership development and training programs.
• Champion DEIAR initiatives that foster a respectful, equitable, and inclusive workplace.
• Oversee employee health, safety, and wellness programs to support a physically and psychologically healthy organization.
• Guide the development and implementation of employee engagement and recognition programs that enhance organizational culture, as well as performance management programs.
• Manage succession planning processes to ensure leadership continuity and workforce readiness.
• Provide mentorship and direction to a multidisciplinary HR team, fostering collaboration and growth.
• Partner with the Director, Human Resources and Deputy Director, HR Employee Services to design and implement strategic HR initiatives aligned with corporate priorities.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of HR policies, procedures, and programs that ensure compliance with legislation and best practices.
• Monitor HR metrics, analyze trends, and prepare reports to inform senior leadership decisions.
• Support the management of the HR operating budget, ensuring responsible financial planning and resource allocation.
• Act on behalf of the Director, Human Resources as required, and perform other related duties.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) or equivalent designation(s).
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a senior or strategic leadership capacity.
• Demonstrated experience in learning and development, diversity and inclusion, employee wellness, return to work initiatives, health and safety programs, HR policy development, and budget management.
• Strong understanding of strategic HR principles, organizational development, and public sector practices.
• Proven ability to develop and implement innovative HR programs that support employee engagement and organizational success.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and coaching skills.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and commitment to confidentiality.

Core Competencies
• Leadership: Inspires and motivates others to achieve excellence.
• Strategic Thinking: Aligns HR strategies with organizational goals.
• Communication: Communicates clearly, respectfully, and effectively with diverse audiences.
• Relationship Building: Cultivates positive, collaborative working relationships.
• Innovation: Promotes continuous improvement and drives change.
• Financial Acumen: Manages budgets effectively and aligns resources strategically.
• Adaptability: Responds proactively to change and evolving priorities.

Please apply with your cover letter and resume in one document at www.newwestcity.ca/employment by April 17, 2026.

*Internal City of New Westminster candidates - please submit your application directly to the Director of HR.