Human Resources Manager
The Town of Sylvan Lake is a thriving, connected lakeside community where career opportunity meets an exceptional quality of life. Located just 15 minutes from Red Deer and within easy reach of both Calgary and Edmonton, Sylvan Lake offers the amenities of a larger centre with the warmth and balance of a smaller community. From the beautiful lakeshore, beach, and waterfront park to year-round recreation, local events, and festivals, this is a place where you can genuinely enjoy where you work and live—within walking distance from your office.
At the Town of Sylvan Lake, we are proud of the positive, collaborative culture we continue to build. Our team is guided by integrity, accountability, engagement, innovation, diversity, and inclusion, and we are committed to creating a respectful, supportive workplace where people feel valued and empowered to do meaningful work. If you are looking to bring your expertise to an organization that invests in its people and contributes directly to a vibrant, growing community, apply now!
SUMMARY OF FUNCTION:
Reporting to Corporate Services, the Human Resources Manager is responsible for delivering comprehensive human resources services that support organizational goals, workforce sustainability, and a positive workplace culture. This position leads recruitment and talent acquisition, workforce planning, employee relations, learning and development, performance management, compensation and benefits, while ensuring compliance with legislation and best practices to minimize organizational risk.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervise and provide leadership to the Human Resources Team (of 2 staff)
- Oversee recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes to attract and retain a skilled and engaged workforce
- Provide expert HR advice and support to managers and employees on employee relations, conflict resolution, corrective action, investigations, and workplace respect matters
- Support workforce planning, succession planning, leadership development, and organizational learning initiatives across the Town
- Administer and recommend improvements to performance management, compensation, and benefits programs, including market analysis and trend monitoring
- Develop, maintain, and implement HR policies, procedures, and programs in alignment with legislation, corporate priorities, and best practices
TRAINING, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS:
- Completion of a university degree or post graduate certification in Human Resources or a related field
- Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation
- Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible human resources experience with strong generalist expertise
- Extensive knowledge of Alberta Employment Standards, Human Rights legislation, Occupational Health and Safety legislation, and privacy requirements
- Experience with compensation analysis, benefit administration, and supporting organizational culture and change initiatives
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license with two moving violations or less
- RCMP Based Vulnerable Sector Check as deemed acceptable by the Town
- High degree of confidentiality, sound judgment, and professionalism
- Strong interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, analytical, and written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to build trusted relationships, manage sensitive issues, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
To be successful in this role, you will be a collaborative and strategic HR leader who can build trust across the organization, navigate complex and sensitive situations with discretion, and promote a respectful, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.
In addition to having a fantastic community culture and work life balance, the Town of Sylvan Lake offers training and development opportunities, competitive rates and a tremendous benefit package that includes health, dental, life and disability coverage paid 100% by the Town, a defined benefit pension plan (LAPP), and a wellness program with wellness spending, paid wellness time and sick time.
To apply please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until June 9, 2026.
Town of Sylvan Lake
5012 – 48 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, Alberta T4S 1G6
The Town of Sylvan Lake is an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace; all candidates who are authorized to work in Canada and meet the qualifications are welcome to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $61.20-$73.10 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) (required)
- Class 5 Drivers License (required)
- RCMP Based Criminal Record Check (required)
Work Location: In person
