Manager, People Services - Temporary Full Time

At Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH), our commitment to excellence sets us apart. We believe in making excellent care personal, and we're on a relentless journey to enhance the well-being of both our staff and patients. Are you ready to contribute to a healthcare legacy that makes a difference? We are on the lookout for individuals driven by purpose, eager to make a substantial impact on the lives of our patients, their families, and our dedicated staff.

Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) is looking for a skilled and passionate leader to join our People and Culture team as Manager, People Services. Located in picturesque Central Ontario just 90 minutes north of Toronto, this is an opportunity to lead and inspire in a progressive and growing environment.

Reporting to the Director of People and Culture, the Manager, People Services plays an integral role in shaping how GBGH attracts, supports, retains, and engages its people—advancing talent acquisition, labour relations, and the overall employee experience across staff. This exciting role is ideal for someone eager to bring forward new ideas, lead a dedicated team of HR professionals, and champion modern people practices that foster a workplace where individuals feel seen, empowered, and deeply connected to our shared purpose.

Working within a complex, unionized healthcare environment, the Manager, People Services partners closely with leaders, unions, and internal stakeholders to advance GBGH’s Dedicated Team strategic priority. The role contributes directly to sustaining a culture where excellent care remains personal and meaningful for patients, staff, and the broader community.

At a time of growth and transformation—when people and culture are central to how care is delivered—the Manager, People Services will focus on advancing organization‑wide initiatives, providing strategic and trusted HR and labour relations guidance, and supporting day‑to‑day operational needs to enable teams to do their best work.\

RESPONSIBILITIES

At GBGH, we take pride in being a place where people care deeply. Our team is dedicated to their work, to one another, and to the community we serve. The Manager, People Services will help shape how we set up our teams for success, strengthen our people-centred culture, and live our purpose every day.

The Manager will work closely with members of the leadership team, frontline staff, and community partners. They will lead their team in achieving GBGH’s objectives and will often be called upon to navigate complex situations and provide valued guidance to help drive results.

GBGH is finalizing the structure of this portfolio as part of ongoing organizational planning. Core responsibilities for the Manager, People Services are anticipated to include:

• Talent acquisition and recruitment
• Employee and labour relations
• Strategic HR business partnership
• Professional staff recruitment and retention

Above all, the Manager will contribute directly to ensuring excellent care at GBGH remains personal and meaningful for patients, staff, and the community.

• A university degree in human resources, health administration, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Five or more years of progressive human resources experience with leadership responsibilities in a complex unionized environment (healthcare, public sector, or large organization experience preferred).
• Demonstrated experience in employee and labour relations, including interpreting and administrations of collective agreements, resolving workplace issues, and building strong, trust‑based relationships with leaders, unions, and staff, to foster a positive work environment.
• Experience leading or contributing to an HR business partner function, providing solutions focused advised, coaching leaders, supporting change initiatives, and enabling effective people‑management practices.
• Proven experience leading full‑cycle talent acquisition for clinical and non‑clinical roles, including strategy development, partnering with leaders, and navigating unionized hiring processes; professional staff recruitment considered an asset.
• HR technology and analytics capability: proficiency with ATS/HRIS (e.g., UKG, Talent Pool Builder, Meditech) and the ability to use workforce and recruitment metrics to inform decisions and improve outcomes.
• Exceptional ability to communicate clearly and respectfully across all levels of the organization, facilitating discussions, and building shared understanding—even in complex or sensitive situations.
• Strong relationship‑building abilities, demonstrating empathy, integrity, and alignment with GBGH’s values and employee value proposition when engaging with staff, leaders, unions, and partners.
• Experience managing budgets and aligning resources with organizational priorities.

• CHRL designation or active progress toward certification is preferred.

• As a partially designated French-speaking organization, French verbal and written communication skills are considered an asset.

When you choose to be a part of GBGH, you are choosing a workplace that prioritizes your growth and well-being. We invest in your professional development, fostering an environment that values continuous learning and growth, ensuring your career thrives.

• The salary range for this role is $119,000 to $131,000 annually, plus a generous vacation allotment
• GBGH offers 100% employer-paid extended health benefits
• The successful candidate will also be eligible for up to 5% pay for performance
• An annual personal spending account of $1,300
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans
• Education Fund Opportunities, Career Development and Education Sessions
• Access to Employee & Family Assistance Program
• The successful applicant will be compensated for their time in the interview (up to 1 hour)

GEORGIAN BAY GENERAL HOSPITAL

Discover a rewarding career at GBGH, a dynamic 113-bed hospital nestled in the heart of Midland, Ontario.  Our dedicated team services a diverse catchment area that includes the communities of Midland, Penetanguishene, Township of Tiny, Township of Tay, Christian Island, Georgian Bay Township and Springwater Township. With a population base of 55,000, surging to nearly 200,000 during peak tourism season, GBGH stands as a healthcare cornerstone for our vibrant community.

With a dedicated team of over 800 employees, 150+ professional staff, and a growing number of volunteers, we are committed to serving our supportive and positive community with excellence. GBGH offers a diverse array of services that includes acute care, surgical services, obstetrics, Level 3 ICU, emergency services, comprehensive medical imaging, rehabilitation and complex continuing care. With a community that is rapidly growing, and aging, we continue to reimagine what the future of healthcare delivery looks like for our community and are working actively to expand services with strategic investments to meet the ever- changing needs of our community members. For further information please visit our GBGH website at gbgh.on.ca.