Human Resources & Payroll Director

Human Resources & Payroll Director Private Career College

Join our leading private career college network as an experienced HR & Payroll Director. We seek a dynamic individual to manage our HR department comprehensively, handling payroll processing, employee benefits administration, recruitment, employee relations, and regulatory compliance.

This role is critical in creating a cohesive, supportive environment aligned with our mission to empower students and staff alike.

If you’re passionate about workforce development in an educational setting, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities :

• Payroll Management : Oversee the end-to-end payroll process, including accurate payroll review, compliance with payroll regulations, and maintaining payroll records using ADP Workforce Now, PowerPay, and Ceridian systems.
• Benefits Administration : Manage employee benefit plans and resolve benefit-related issues. Coordinate with providers to support employees’ needs seamlessly.
• Leave Management : Administer medical, parental, and long-term disability leaves. Act as a liaison with benefits providers to ensure seamless processing and employee support.
• Talent Acquisition & Onboarding : Lead recruitment efforts from creating job descriptions to candidate screening and interviewing.

Design and execute onboarding experiences that set new employees up for success.

• Employee Relations & Performance Management : Provide guidance to employees and managers on HR-related matters such as performance management, conflict resolution, and employee relations.
• Policy Development : Develop and implement HR policies aligned with our mission and values. Ensure compliance with employment laws, including the Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Act, and Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Advisory Support : Serve as an advisor on HR policies, compensation, benefits, and collective agreements. Assist in updating the Employee Handbook and provide coaching on policy adherence.
• Record Keeping & Reporting : Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including attendance, performance, and payroll documentation.
• HR Budgeting : Oversee the HR budget, forecasting, and reporting on HR-related expenses.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration : Partner with the IT team on HR system security and participate in college-wide projects and initiatives.
• Offboarding : Manage voluntary and involuntary terminations, conducting exit interviews, coordinating clearance procedures, and ensuring a respectful offboarding process.
• Attendance & Absenteeism Management : Address attendance issues, implement return-to-work programs, and provide disciplinary support when needed.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HR management, including payroll administration.
• Strong knowledge of Alberta’s employment laws and regulations.
• Experience in a private career college environment is preferred.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems like Ceridian Dayforce is an asset.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail, with a focus on accurate record-keeping.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.

Benefits :

• Competitive salary (starting at $75,000 / year) with a comprehensive benefits package, including disability insurance, extended health care, RRSP matching, and more.
• Opportunities for professional growth within Canada’s largest career college network.

Location & Schedule :

• Location : Calgary or Edmonton (On-site). Candidates should be able to commute or plan to relocate prior to start.
• Schedule : Monday to Friday, Full-Time, Permanent

If you're interested in being a part of a progressive and student-centered organization, please submit your resume and cover letter.

We look forward to welcoming a dedicated HR & Payroll Director to our team!