Human Resources Generalist - 12 - 18 month contract

SUMMARY

The Human Resources Generalist acts as a business partner to assigned client groups, provides sound guidance and advice to management and team members on human resources management-related matters in accordance to applicable legislations and internal policies and processes to assist the client groups and the organization in mitigating human resources management-related risks. In addition, the Human Resources Generalist provides recommendations, develops and implements solutions to assist the client groups and the organization achieve improvements in areas including but not limited to employee engagement and satisfaction.

At this position level, the individual is responsible for:

• Leading assigned human resources management-related projects of low to moderate complexity and/or of more limited to moderate impact or scope
• Participates in, supports and coordinates components of human resources management-related projects of high complexity and/or impact to the organization
• Greater proportion of client groups with requirements of low to moderate complexity

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Acts as a business partner to assigned client groups
• Provides sound guidance and advice to management and team members on human resources management-related matters in accordance to applicable legislations as well as internal policies, processes and procedures. Exercises sound judgment to ensure effective risk management and mitigation
• Investigates and resolves employee relations matters. Consults with internal or external legal counsel where required
• Collaborates with relevant human resources management team members and external vendors to address specialized human resources management-related matters including but not limited to benefits, compensation, training, disability management, labor relations
• Collaborates with Human Resources Consulting team members and other relevant stakeholders to support the execution of strategies, programs and initiatives to drive organizational changes
• Partners with assigned client groups to diagnose human resources management-related issues, understand and anticipate needs. Recommends solutions in alignment with business requirements and collaborates to implement
• Provides recommendations, develops and implements solutions to assist the client groups and the organization in achieving improvements in areas including but not limited to employee engagement and satisfaction, recruitment, leadership and career development
• Collaborates with Human Resources Consulting team and other relevant stakeholders in the review, refinement and/or development of human resources management programs, policies, processes and resources. Prepares policies and processes of low to moderate complexity for review
• Collaborates with Human Resources Consulting team and other relevant stakeholders in the development and/or customization of training materials. Participates in the delivery of higher impact training sessions and may lead and facilitate training sessions of low to moderate impact and/or scope.
• Leads recruitment efforts for assigned client groups. Develops and maintains a robust talent pipeline using various sources including but not limited to social media and participation in networking events. Identifies, recommends and implements recruitment channels, tools and resources
• Leads human resources management-related projects and initiatives of low to moderate complexity and/or of low to moderate impact and/or scope. Participates in, supports and/or coordinates components of human resources management-related projects of high complexity and/or impact to the organization
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION, JOB-RELATED YEARS OF EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION:Community college diploma or equivalent training (e.g. RPA, CET)

JOB-RELATED EXPERIENCE:More than three years up to five years

Knowledge & Skills

• Community college or university degree preferably in business administration
• 3 or more years of work experience in a human resources generalist role
• Solid knowledge of human resources management-related legislations such as the Employment Standards Act applicable to assigned province(s). Understanding and knowledge of human resources management disciplines including but not limited to compensation, pension and benefits, labor relations, training
• Solid ability to establish trust and credibility
• Solid consulting skills along with strong business acumen and ability to accurately assess business issues and provide sound advice and solutions
• Strong ability to exercise sound judgment
• Solid facilitation skills
• Solid project management skills
• Fully competent at persuading and influencing stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes
• Solid relationship management abilities with ability to develop and maintain relationships with individuals at all position levels
• Exceptional interpersonal skills

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) Certification from Human Resources Professional Association would be considered an asset