Senior Director of People and Culture (Regina)

The YMCA of Regina is an Imagine Canada accredited charity established in 1907. Our vision is a community connected and empowered to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. The YMCA of Regina (operating in Regina and Moose Jaw) excels at delivering programming focused on our three pillars of service: community development, childcare & health fitness, and aquatics.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Senior Director People and Culture will be responsible for leading the operational delivery of human resources services across the organization, with a strong focus on employee retention, workplace culture, attendance management and overall workforce stability.

This role serves as the primary advisor on people-related matters and provides leadership in employee relations, performance management, investigations, and legislative compliance.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the day-to-day human resources function across all locations, ensuring consistent, high-quality service delivery
  • Provide consistent, practical guidance on employee relations, performance concerns, attendance management, and workplace conduct
  • Ensure human resources practices align with organizational policies, culture, and applicable employment legislation
  • Lead and oversee employee relations matters, including conflict, complaints, and conduct concerns
  • Lead or support workplace investigations, including assessment, planning, documentation review, and outcome guidance, depending on risk and complexity
  • Coach leaders on appropriate communication, documentation, and decision-making during sensitive situations
  • Provide guidance to leaders on performance management, coaching, and corrective action
  • Coordinate progressive discipline processes to ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with policy and legislation
  • Lead initiatives to improve employee engagement, morale, retention, and organizational culture
  • Partner with operational leaders to identify root causes of turnover and implement practical solutions.
  • Develop practical, sustainable programs that strengthen workplace culture, employee experience, and organizational goals
  • Oversee attendance management practices including Short-Term Disability (STD), Workers Compensation Board (WCB) and Return to Work (RTW) programs
  • Identify, monitor, and address trends related to absenteeism and workplace injuries
  • Ensure compliance with Saskatchewan employment legislation, human rights, and organizational policies

Job Requirements:

  • Degree or diploma in Human Resources or a related field
  • Minimum 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including significant employee relations responsibility
  • Demonstrated experience advising leaders on discipline, investigations, & performance management
  • Strong working knowledge of Saskatchewan employment standards & human rights legislation
  • CPHR designation or working toward designation
  • Criminal Record Check

The YMCA of Regina is an equal opportunity employer and provides a competitive total rewards package. Applicants with high standards for performance are encouraged to apply to careers@regina.ymca.ca. In application, please provide a cover letter, resume and 3 professional references.