job opportunity

Passionate about HR? Thrive on building from the ground up? Excited by the idea of shaping the future of one of B.C.’s fastest-growing cities? Perfect, the City of Langford is on the hunt for a strategic and innovative Manager of Human Resources to lead our evolving HR function and growing team!

Reporting to the Deputy CAO, you’ll be the go-to HR expert, steering everything from policy development and safety programs to mentoring a small but mighty team. You’ll be at the heart of big ideas, fresh initiatives, and meaningful change because here in Langford, we don’t just keep up with growth, we lead it.

Your top-notch people skills, general enthusiasm for all things HR, and ability to solve complex problems will make you a standout candidate for this position. Your knowledge of leading practices in HR management and employment legislation will also be necessary to excel in this role as you will oversee all labour and employee relations, including participating in Collective Bargaining with multiple unionized employee groups. Join a fantastic local government team and leave your mark on a growing organization and community!

Qualifications for this position include:

• Post-secondary degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field and seven (7) years’ experience in a human resources position, preferably in a local government unionized environment (or an equivalent combination)
• Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) is an asset
• Considerable knowledge of recruitment, compensation and benefits administration, employee and labour relations, job evaluation, performance and attendance management, conflict resolution, workforce planning, collective agreement interpretation, and human resources related legislation (e.g. Employment Standards Act, Workers Compensation Act, Human Rights Code, etc.)
• Knowledge of, and experience with, planning, developing, and implementing HR-related projects and initiatives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop comprehensive and strategic solutions to complex cases
• Strong interpersonal skills with knowledge and experience in consulting and facilitation, with the ability to assess leadership team capabilities and influence leaders to align with strategic HR goals
• Strong understanding of, and experience with, occupational health and safety best practice
• A sense of humour, with the ability to take your work seriously but not yourself

For full details on responsibilities and qualifications, please refer to the attached job description. The salary range for this regular, full-time position is $117,941.10 to $138,754.23 annually, plus an excellent benefits package including one of Canada’s top pension plans, and a 35-hour modified workweek schedule with flex days.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by e-mail to (identify the position you are applying for in the subject line of your e-mail). Review of applications will begin on October 22, 2025, but this position will remain open until filled.

Job Description

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.