Executive Director, People and Culture, Assisted Living Alberta
Your Opportunity:
Are you a visionary HR leader looking for an exciting new role that will have a lasting impact on assisted living for all Albertans? Assisted Living Alberta (ALA) is a dynamic new provincial health agency leading the transformation of Alberta’s continuing care system. We are seeking an accomplished strategic leader for the position of Executive Director in our People & Culture portfolio. Reporting to the CEO, you are highly skilled in workforce planning, talent management, and succession planning. As key HR advisor to the CEO and executive team, you provide extensive HR experience and in-depth knowledge of core HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, compensation and benefits, and compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations. ALA is a newly established provincial organization under the oversight of Assisted Living and Social Services (ALSS) committed to transforming Alberta’s continuing care system. This system includes both Continuing Care and Home & Community Care and is focused on providing wraparound supports to ensure all Albertans can access the care they need, when and where they need it – regardless of age, diagnosis, or duration of need. ALA’s mission is to enable Albertans to live and age with dignity in environments that best support their health, independence, and well-being. By addressing systemic challenges such as long wait times, limited access for individuals with complex needs, and healthcare system pressures, ALA seeks to deliver timely, integrated, and innovative care solutions. Grow your leadership abilities in a new exciting executive that will greatly shape the future of care for Albertans. Apply today!
Description:
The Executive Director (ED), People & Culture is the strategic HR leader for Assisted Living Alberta (ALA), working closely with HR service areas such as HR Business Partnerships, Talent & Workforce Strategies, People & Culture, Labour Relations, HR Shared Services, Workplace Health & Safety, and compliance. The ED ensures the delivery of services and resources as set out in the service agreement with the Shared Services Organization and in alignment with the strategic direction and culture of ALA. Reporting to the CEO, the Executive Director, People & Culture works closely with the executive leadership team and staff from across Alberta’s diverse regional corridors to develop, implement, monitor, and report on an Assisted Living Alberta (ALA) People Strategy. Acting as a strategic advisor to the CEO and executive leadership team on people-based solutions and services, the Executive Director, People & Culture takes into consideration the broader HR policies and procedures identified in the service agreement with the Shared Services Organization. The ED supports ALA’s mission by fostering a high performing, engaged, and resilient workforce and championing employee well-being, organizational culture, and workforce development initiatives. The ED provides leadership in the development and implementation of comprehensive health, wellness, and safety initiatives designed to support the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of ALA’s workforce. Additionally, the ED develops a safe, healthy, and inclusive workplace. The location of this position is negotiable within the province of Alberta.
- Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
- Classification: Executive Director
- Union: Exempt
- Unit and Program: Executive
- Primary Location: North Petroleum Plaza
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Negotiable Location: Provincial
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 29-SEP-2025
- Date Available: 06-OCT-2025
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $63.41
- Maximum Salary: $114.15
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
A bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) or related designation (e.g. MHRM, SHRM-SCP, etc.) A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in human resources, including at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role. You have experience in healthcare, social services, or continuing care environments, including managing diverse partnerships and relationships within a large, multilayered organization. You also bring with you experience leading talent development, learning and training, and workforce planning initiatives within a new/evolving organizational structure.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Experience implementing HR policies, systems and processes in a mid-to-large organization, and demonstrated abilities in interpreting and applying Alberta and Federal employment legislation, labour relations laws, regulations, and HR best practices. You are skilled in Project Management within a dynamic and evolving environment, and have proven ability to lead strategic initiatives, manage change to achieve positive results, and model innovation and creativity. Along with your proven record of engaging in ethical conduct, you possess excellent skills in communicating effectively with a wide variety of audiences, including interpersonal and public relations skills. Additionally, you have proven ability to influence, negotiate, and mediate resolutions to complex situations. Skilled in managing crisis situations and resolving complex conflicts and demonstrated resilience and sound judgment under pressure.
Preferred Qualifications:
A master’s degree in business, human resources or related field. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with a Shared Services Organization to deliver integrated HR solutions. Familiarity with HR technology platforms and systems, including HRIS. Proven ability to develop and execute DEI strategies and initiatives.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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We’re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care all across Alberta.
Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it’s about putting patients’ and families’ experiences, priorities and trust first.
We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
