Vice President Human Resources

Hours: 70 bi-weekly (8 hours; Days)

Salary: EP-09 (CAD 139,148 - CAD 180,892 per annum)

Competition Number: VAC0027486

Posted Date: 2026-08-03

Closing Date: 2026-08-31

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is the provincial health authority responsible for delivering quality healthcare to 550,000 people across Newfoundland and Labrador. Supported by over 23,000 employees and physicians, the team works together to improve the health and well-being of every person, in every community. Offering a range of healthcare programs and services through a wide network of facilities, clinics and community services in five zones: Central, Eastern-Rural, Eastern-Urban, Labrador-Grenfell and Western, NL Health Services is dedicated to providing an accessible, equitable, technologically advanced and sustainable healthcare system.

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is seeking a strategic, people-focused, and visionary leader to serve as Vice President, Human Resources (VP HR), a pivotal executive role helping to shape the workforce behind a large and complex public sector organization.

Reporting directly to the President and the CEO, the VP HR is a key member of the Executive Management Committee and Senior Leadership Team, combining strategic and operational accountability to support the ongoing vision and values of NL Health Services. The VP HR will lead the integration of a diverse workforce of dedicated health care professionals, administrators, and support staff, providing province-wide leadership across workforce planning, talent acquisition, retention, employee relations, organizational development, labour relations, occupational health and safety and HR client services. As the organization's most senior HR leader, the VP HR will guide the phased adoption of standardized human resources approaches and labour relations methods across the province, working closely with the VP Digital Services and Chief Information Officer to implement corporate and employee-facing tools, while collaborating with senior leaders to craft the organization's talent acquisition, retention, training, continuing education, professional practice, and performance monitoring strategies. In addition to HR, this position may be assigned other portfolios.

The ideal candidate brings extensive credentials as a senior administrator, strategist, and policy developer, with a track record of leading HR strategy for a diverse workforce. They demonstrate an excellent understanding of labour relations and relevant labour regulations, along with a thorough grasp of current HR practices spanning workforce planning, talent acquisition, retention, talent management, professional development, and labour market analysis. The candidate will have a Master's degree. Experience leading organizational change through major transformation will be considered an asset. They are a trusted advisor with demonstrated experience working with senior executives, Boards, and government stakeholders. Known for their passion, integrity, clarity, and relationship-focused leadership style, the successful candidate combines strategic vision with operational discipline to support the ongoing evolution of Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services.

TO APPLY please submit a combined resume and cover letter to ROYER THOMPSON by following this link: https://www.royerthompson.com/opportunities/apply#!/0d04cfc9-178f-43a0-8c0c-e8fb8f23004f/apply

For further information about this opportunity, please contact Erica Armstrong [email protected] or Dominique Roche [email protected] in confidence.

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services are committed to fostering a workplace where every employee, patient, and stakeholder feels respected, valued, and included. Diversity strengthens NL Health Services and they are dedicated to providing fair treatment and equitable opportunities to all. NL Health Services is happy to provide accommodation(s) to any applicant who may need additional support. If you require an accommodation(s) to participate in the application, interviewing or selection process, please contact Georgia Jones at [email protected]

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