HR Business Partner

Government of Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Alberta is seeking an HR Business Partner to join their Public Service Commission in Edmonton. This full-time, temporary position focuses on delivering strategic HR support across the Alberta Public Service. Candidates should have a strong foundation in performance management, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness, alongside a post-secondary degree and at least two years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements up to two days per week

Leadership and mentorship programs

Positive workplace culture and work-life balance

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of HR experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex employee relations.
• Strong knowledge in HR policies and practices.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of workforce initiatives.
• Provide consultation in talent acquisition and job evaluation.
• Effectively manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Decision-Making

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Consultative Skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in Human Resources

Business Administration degree

Diploma in related area

Job description

Job Information

Job Title: HR Business Partner

Job Requisition ID: 72262

Ministry: Public Service Commission

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Permanent/Temporary: Temporary (1 year)

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: June 26, 2025

Classification: Human Relations 2

Salary: $2,752.87 to $3,775.07 bi-weekly ($71,849 to $ 98,529/year)

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx

The Public Service Commission (PSC) ensures Alberta has a professional, non-partisan and diverse public service that proudly serves Albertans. The expertise and talent that PSC staff bring to their work is critical to our overall success, as our Ministry is responsible for delivering to the Government of Alberta HR services in all HR functional areas, internal communications, and employee engagement.

To learn more about the work that we do, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/public-service-commission.aspx

This competition will be used to fill current and future vacancies for temporary and permanent Human Resource Business Partner (Human Relations 2) positions.

Role Responsibilities

Are you an experienced Human Resources professional looking to take the next step in your career? If you're ready to leverage your expertise to deliver strategic HR support across the Alberta Public Service, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity within the Client Service Delivery Division. Join us in shaping impactful people strategies and driving meaningful results for our clients.

Reporting to the HR Operations Manager, you will focus on supporting implementation and maintenance of workforce initiatives, people management, job design, and organizational structure reviews. As the Human Resource Business Partner for an assigned client portfolio, you will use your expertise to support a diverse group of clients.

Effectiveness in this role will be rooted in your ability to manage complex employee relations issues with professionalism. You bring a solid foundation in performance management and collective agreement interpretation. Additionally, you’ll provide consultation in talent acquisition, job evaluation, organizational design, HR analytics, and broader organizational effectiveness.

Your strong analytical thinking, sound decision-making and proven project management skills, will be key in achieving high-quality outcomes in a dynamic environment. This role also requires the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strategic focus. Exceptional interpersonal and consultative skills will help you build trust and collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.

You’ll bring outstanding written and verbal communication skills, enabling you to connect clearly and professionally across all levels of the organization. With a demonstrated ability to foster collaborative relationships with leaders, HR partners, and union representatives, you’ll navigate shifting demands with adaptability and strong organizational skills.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviours that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

Systems Thinking – Solid understanding of how HR scenarios might impact other employment systems and/or create precedent for the department or broader Government of Alberta. Also, integrating many diverse considerations when formulating options for resolving issues related to the employment relationship.

Creative Problem Solving – Ability to initiate and develop solutions to address client workforce needs. Focuses on continuous improvement and increasing breadth of insight. Constantly looks for new ways to improve results and activities.

Agility – Monitor organizational priorities and proactively shift focus as appropriate to achieve intended outcomes. Ability to initiate shifts in priorities for working group and monitor progress.

Drive for Results – Providing courageous and options for leadership to consider when dealing with concerns related to the employment relationship.

Develop Networks – Builds collaborative relationships to ensure diverse perspectives are represented in decision-making. Consistently connects with colleagues, clients and other stakeholders and ensures their needs are represented.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf

Qualifications

A post-secondary degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related area. A minimum of two years of directly related human resources experience.

Related Experience May Include

• Providing strategic or operational HR support to leaders or client groups.
• Interpreting and applying HR policies, collective agreements, or employment legislation.
• Supporting or leading employee and labour relations matters such as investigations, discipline, or performance management.
• Delivering HR services in areas such as job evaluation, organizational design, workforce planning, or talent acquisition.
• Collaborating with multiple stakeholders to implement HR initiatives or resolve complex workplace issues.
  
  

The following knowledge and experiences will be considered as assets:

• Proven background in employee and labour relations within a unionized environment.
• Experience delivering human resources support within a large private sector or government organization.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in supporting HR programs and initiatives aimed at improving organizational performance and effectiveness. This includes conducting needs assessments and analyzing HR data and metrics to inform decision-making.
  
  

Equivalencies will be accepted based on a related two-year diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution and a minimum of four years of directly related human resources experience; or a related one-year certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution and a minimum of five years of directly related human resources experience.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards .

Notes

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx .
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca .
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - https://www.mepp.ca .
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits .
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive .
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca .
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.
  
  

How To Apply

Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles , for more information.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( https://canalliance.org/en/default.html ).

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Cindy Zaiffdeen at [e-mail] .