Come work as Manager, Centralized Hiring & Workforce Initiatives with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Reporting to the Director, Talent Acquisition, and working directly with the Talent Acquisition Manager, the Centralized Hiring Manager is responsible for the regional hiring of the allocated program’s staff across all communities of care. Provides leadership and management of the human, financial and material resources and incorporates best practices in education and research. Leads and oversees the planning, implementation and evaluation of the assigned program’s regional operations hiring and workforce strategy and activities, and ensures quality improvement of the related activities. Leads an interdisciplinary team and works as a team player with colleagues and co-workers and in collaboration with key internal and external stakeholders to achieve excellence. Develops and sustains positive relationships across the Health Authority and works closely with the Talent Acquisition team as part of a collaborative team and in partnership with Human Resources Advisors, Regional Educators, and operational directors and managers, as well as with educational partners, associations and others in order to achieve hiring targets and a positive onboarding experience for staff. This portfolio will include the centralized hiring of Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs). 

As a Manager, Centralized Hiring & Workforce Initiatives with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of the overall strategic regional staffing plan and implement, evaluate and report on the hiring strategy.
• Complete candidate interviews and make and communicate hiring decisions for the regional program across communities of care. Participate in the development of standard interview/screening tools.
• Work as part of a collaborative team with the People Team, the regional education team and operations to set and achieve hiring targets.
• Monitor HRIS data, information and trends for Recruitment and Retention and hiring issues/gaps and flag anticipated staffing shortages for proactive planning.
• Work with Talent & Culture team on the development of recruitment strategy and regional marketing strategy.
• Lead strategic resourcing projects and initiatives and regularly reviews and leads the analysis of turnover and retention data to support work force strategy.
• Ensure the on-boarding of staff occurs in a timely and efficient manner, and review new-hire documentation and training requirements and ensure updates as needed. Prepare and distribute communication and/or presentations related to hiring initiatives/strategy.
• Liaise with the People Team, education partners and other organizations to identify recruitment opportunities and partnerships.
• Chair and/or participate in relevant team and regional meetings.
• Ensure that processes and systems are continuously reviewed and improved, that outcomes are measured and that improvements are implemented.
• Develop, distribute and present reports/dashboards to regional leadership on hiring metrics and applicant/new hire experience.
• Apply effective coaching and performance management processes in an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Identify, develop and implement goals and objectives for the portfolio to optimize resources and ensure effective processes. Seek educational opportunities for staff to learn and incorporate best practices.
• Oversee an assigned budget for the portfolio by ensuring effective use of resources monitoring expenditures, and investigating and reporting on variances. Support clarity of roles, adherence to accreditation and practice standards and safe delivery of services.
• Develop collaborative partnerships to facilitate optimal delivery of program services to address client and family priorities while reducing gaps and overlaps.
• Provide leadership in the resolution of ethical, legal and other issues.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Health or Business Administration plus 7-10 years of management experience in the health sector or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills and experience with staffing, scheduling, human resource and financial management.
• Current registration / membership with a recognized professional association as appropriate.
• Computer literacy with word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• A clinical background in nursing is considered an asset

Knowledge & Abilities

• Exhibits comprehensive knowledge and skillful application of relevant service sector/departmental policies, provincial and municipal legislative requirements and other programs and processes related to care delivery.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to develop, manage and evaluate programs/services considering client needs, service delivery interrelationships and service potential within a complex environment.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates effective meeting management and presentation skills.
• Demonstrates critical thinking and analysis of information/data to support planning and decision-making.
• Demonstrates budgetary management knowledge and skill.
• Demonstrates process/quality improvement knowledge and skill.
• Understands available resources for program/service and keeps quality in the forefront of all resource utilization decisions.
• Facilitates, collaborates and negotiates for effective resolution of financial and human resource issues.
• Fosters collaborative working relationships and supports the ongoing development of staff.
• Utilizes skill and knowledge in the application of relevant HR systems and software.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH):

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.


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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.