HR Generalist

Ref ID: 05150-0012425005

Classification: HR Generalist

Compensation: DOE

Fantastic opportunity for an HR Generalist to join a hard-working, family oriented team! This position will report directly into the President and be a key partner in providing employment and labour advice. You will be providing support all HR services such as, investigations, absence management, performance development, and other key policies and employee programs.

Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with the people leaders coordinate local recruitment and selection processes including updating position descriptions, preparing postings and advertisements, screening resumes, conducting reference checks and making verbal and written job offers.

• Plan, conduct and support the employee orientation process to enable new hire success and promote positive attitude toward company goals and culture.

• Consult with department managers to identify opportunities for improvement and evolve the onboarding process and new hire training.

• Responsible for the accurate and timely administration of payroll and benefits during the employee life-cycle, including new hire set-up, employee changes and terminations, while ensuring compliance with all applicable legislation and internal policies

• Support people leaders in building and maintaining strong employee relations, within the context of the CBA where applicable. Assist employees, managers and supervisors in the interpretation of the Collective Agreement. Maintain open communication with the Union and Job Steward(s) to promote proactive resolution of issues and concerns. Handles grievances and participates in negotiations when requested.

• Assist leaders with employee disciplinary issues and/or layoffs and terminations ensuring completion of documents for employee file.

• Provide guidance and support on all HR Policies and Procedures. Maintain knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations to ensure compliance.

• Partner with people leaders to conduct proactive communications and engagement initiatives to improve employee experience.

Job Requirements:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or two (2) years of post-secondary education plus equivalent experience, or an equivalent combination thereof

• Minimum three (3) to five (5) years; experience working in a similar position; experience working in a unionized environment is an asset

• Proficient in core office programs (e.g. MS Office products) and capable of learning payroll software application; experience with Payworks is an asset

• Excellent interpersonal skills combined with strong customer service skills and the ability to work with multiple personality types

• Demonstrated ability to exhibit a high level of confidentiality

• Knowledge and awareness of all applicable employment laws and legislation

• CPHR Candidate, or working towards, is an asset

If this sounds like a great opportunity for you and you match the skillset and requirements, please apply now! Interviews will be happening later this week. Only those shortlisted will be contacted at this time, thank you for your interest.

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