Technical business analyst Jobs in Airdrie, AB

The successful candidate will be working at one of our site offices in Vancouver (4750 Oak Street), Edmonton (8249 114 St NW) or Calgary (2775 116 NE). Preference will be given to candidates based in Vancouver. This role requires a minimum of 40% on-site presence. Additional on-site work may be required based on business needs. On-site expectations are subject to change and may be adjusted on a temporary or permanent basis.

Job posting ID: 9032

Employment status: Regular full-time
Salary/Rate of pay: $99,600 - $117,200

Application deadline: to be determined.

• This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• Job specific cover letter.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

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About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular full-time Human Resources Business Partner to join our dynamic Employee Relations team in our People, Culture and Performance (PCP) division.

The Employee Relations team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by partnering with and supporting leaders to achieve their business objectives in a highly regulated, complex, and challenging environment. The successful applicant will develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with various stakeholders including leaders, employees and unions in service of the organization.

In this role, you will provide strategic input to operational issues and will be accountable for the regional delivery of business partner services that support the achievement of business objectives. You will develop and maintain partnerships with assigned divisions and departments, understanding their business needs and requirements, assisting in determining their talent needs and requirements, providing coaching on effective people management, and providing expertise and advice on People, Culture and Performance programs, policies and services. As a member of the People, Culture and Performance team, you will ensure that the work performed aligns with the overall strategic direction of both the team and the organization, accomplished through collaboration with other members of the People, Culture and Performance team.

Formula for success

• Utilizing your strong interpersonal skills along with proven ability to exercise sound judgement, tact, and discretion, you will partner with Business Leaders to identify, recommend, and implement business focused solutions to operational people management issues, including identifying the skills and capabilities required to meet longer term strategic goals.
• Harnessing your effective leadership abilities combined with a strong commitment to operating within a diverse team environment, you will partner with, Employee Relations, and Business Leaders to assist with program development, delivery and to implement People, Culture and Performance strategies, services, and programs, including communicating new or changed programs and delivering training as required, to facilitate the integration of people strategies and issues into business plans, enhance the clients’ understanding and promote effective employee relations.
• Focusing on your thorough understanding of HR best practices, trends, developments, and strategic programs, you will support and facilitate Business Leaders’ efforts during the design of organizational structure changes that support business objectives and provide input on people management issues and People, Culture and Performance best practices to operational business cases/plans and other change management initiatives.
• Concentrating on your exceptional communication and relationships management skills, you will develop, promote, and facilitate effective business relations with Union Representatives through open dialogue and proactive problem-solving techniques, including but not limited to participation in regular Labour Management Committee meetings, problem solving and/or grievance meetings to ensure issues are identified and addressed and resolved in a proactive manner.
• Leveraging your knowledge and expertise, you will participate in collective agreement/contract negotiations either by providing input related to operational issues or local market trends and or as part of the employer bargaining team. Recommend, participate, and carry out investigations on workplace harassment and problem resolution as well as other employee relation issues.
• You will represent People, Culture and Performance and local business units at arbitration and third-party hearings.
• Using your ability to analyze complex issues and determine the best solution or course of action to meet client needs, you will provide advice, consultation and recommendations on displacement and termination issues, including attending meetings with employees as required.
• You will encourage, support, and endorse and may participate in regular Labour Management Committee Meetings and problem-resolution grievance meetings to ensure issues are identified, addressed, and resolved in a pro-active manner.
• Drawing on your continuous growth mindset, you will proactively partner with the Business Leaders to identify opportunities for enhancements that will assist them to achieve their objectives (i.e., technological, process and program improvements).

Desired education and skills

• Completion of a university degree in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Business Administration, or related field.
• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation is preferred.
• 5 to 7 years of related experience in an operational and strategic Business Partner role within a unionized environment.
• A thorough understanding of HR best practices, trends, developments, and strategic programs, as well as related employment, labour relations and human rights legislation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English are essential.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

What we offer you

• 4 weeks' vacation
• Annual performance award up to 8%
• Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources

What you can expect

• This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at Canadian Blood Services location 40% of the time/2 days of the week
• You may be expected to travel a couple of times per year, and as required.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add donotreply@blood.ca and system@successfactors.com to your safe senders list.

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