Director of Human Resources

Wesway is a local non-profit organization located in Thunder Bay, Ontario that provides personalized respite services for families caring for a family member with a disability or chronic health condition. Rooted in equity, diversity, and inclusion, we strive to offer accessible, culturally responsive support and a welcoming workplace where all employees feel valued. We provide a competitive salary and benefits package, along with a dynamic, team‑oriented environment.

Director of Human Resources #2026-NU-17

Permanent Full Time Position, 35 hours per week

Salary Range: $98,430 – $109, 367

Work Location: In person

This position is being posted to fill the current vacancy

Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Director of Human Resources is accountable as a senior manager for Wesway. This position is responsible to initiate, develop, implement and maintain human resources programs and policies that meet legislative requirements and corporate goals; to manage the efficient operation of all aspects of human resources including recruitment and selection, labour relations, collective agreement administration and negotiations, performance management systems, benefits and compensation administration, occupational health and safety, human resources information systems, training and development, and business relationships including contracted, outsourced and self-employed individuals in accordance with Wesway’s philosophy, policies and procedures, applicable Ministry guidelines, relevant legislation and collective agreements.

Qualifications:

• University degree in Human Resources from a recognized university, and five to eight years’ experience including progressive human resources management and generalist experience and one to three years in a leadership role
• CHRL designation
• Previous Human Resources management experience in a unionized environment
• Ability to work with a high degree of integrity and professionalism at all levels of the organization and in representing Wesway to external parties
• Strong interpersonal skills, coaching and mentoring skills
• Excellent verbal, presentation and written communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required
• Able to work flexible hours (evenings and weekends) as required

Please visit www.wesway.com for a complete copy of the Job Description.

Interested individuals are invited to submit a resume and cover letter quoting competition number #2026-NU-17, by Wednesday, October 7, 2026, to recruitment@wesway.com.

In accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with a Disabilities Act, Wesway provides accommodations upon request. If you have a disability that requires accommodation, please let us know.

We thank you for your interest in Wesway.

Only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.