Human Resources Business Partner

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Job Type HR / Benefits / Payroll
Organization Town of Okotoks
Closing date
Job Description

The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Human Resources Business Partner to join the Human Resources Business Centre within the People, Policy & Technology Sub-Division and Community Safety & Organizational Excellence Division. The position reports to the Human Resources Manager and is responsible for work such as:

  • Support HRBP Team to provide proactive consultation, recommendations and advisory services to assigned business unit;
  • Advisory Services will include, but are not limited to, the following: recruitment processes, on-boarding and off-boarding processes, performance management, disability case management, engagement initiatives, employee and labour relations, and learning and development;
  • Assist with projects aimed at improving HR functions & services, including, compensation, recruitment & onboarding, learning & development, payroll, performance management;
  • Assist with developing and executing corporate policies, administrative guidelines, and business center processes in alignment with best practice to ensure consistent interpretation, application and legislative compliance;
  • Provide coaching and mentoring to leaders to deliver exceptional service and strategic HR solutions
  • Conducting research for industry standards and best practices and providing recommendations for the development of HR guidelines, planning and strategy.

What you Bring
A combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to qualify. A typical way to qualify is equivalency to completion of a relevant University (Bachelor) program plus:

  • 5 or more years related work experience representing continuous learning and career progression, including one year experience in indirect supervision and/or leadership/mentorship experience;
  • Experience in multiple human resources disciplines, specifically employee and labour relations, compensation, recruitment and selection, performance management, disability case management, and learning and development;
  • Experience in a unionized environment is considered an asset;
  • Ability to support client goals and build effective working relationships while adhering to HR policies;
  • Strong communication skills and ability to effectively facilitate situations with potential legal implications;
  • You are adaptable and can work as effectively independently as you can in collaboration with others;
  • Ability to act as a change agent for the organization and culture champion;
  • Ability to maintain a high level of trust and confidentiality;
  • Experience in problem solving, conflict resolution and investigation;
  • Strong attention to detail, time management and problem solving skills;
  • Experience with various HR Systems and Platforms (we use Laserfiche);
  • CPHR or other recognized designation considered an asset.

Opportunity Details
Hours of Work: 37.5 per week
Number of Openings: 1
Standby Rotation Required: No
Driver's Abstract Required: No
Police Record Check Required: Yes

What we offer

  • An excellent pension plan
  • Benefit plans
  • Career development
  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive health, dental, paramedical
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Hybrid work environment