HR Generalist, Union Environment – 1-Year Hybrid

University of Alberta; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alberta is seeking a motivated Human Resources Associate to join the HR Partnership team. This hybrid role combines remote and North Campus Edmonton in-person work, reporting to a Senior HR Partner.

You will provide practical HR generalist support across faculties, handling recruitment, onboarding, employee relations and policy guidance within a large, complex environment. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of HR experience, strong communication, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferably with a specialization in Human Resources or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of progressively responsible HR experience, including experience providing generalist HR advice and support.
• Experience working in a unionized environment and applying collective agreements, policies and employment practices.
• Experience supporting a range of HR functions, which may include recruitment, employee relations, performance management, job evaluation, accommodations and HR operations.
• Strong client service and relationship-building skills, with the ability to provide practical and responsive advice to leaders and administrators.
• Demonstrated judgment and problem-solving skills, including the ability to assess issues, determine appropriate next steps and recognize when escalation or specialized expertise is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated attention to detail in the preparation and review of HR documentation.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines in a complex environment.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of an integrated HR team.
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, adaptability and commitment to service excellence.
• Experience with HR information systems, including PeopleSoft HCM, and Google Workspace is an asset.
• CHRP designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with leaders, administrators and key contacts within assigned faculties and departments, building an understanding of their operations and HR needs.
• Provide day-to-day HR generalist advice and support across a diverse range of academic and non-academic employee groups and appointment types.
• Assess and triage HR inquiries and issues, resolving matters within the scope of the HRA role and escalating as required.
• Provide guidance on routine appointment and employment matters, including appointment types, extensions, changes to FTE, transfers and other employment changes, in accordance with collective agreements, policies and processes.
• Work collaboratively with HR Partners, Shared Services, Finance and other stakeholders to troubleshoot and resolve HR operational issues.
• Identify recurring or emerging issues and opportunities for process improvement and bring forward recommendations.
• Prepare and review HR correspondence, documentation and other materials to support employment and HR processes.
• Support the implementation of institutional HR programs and initiatives and participate in projects and committees.

Skills

HR Generalist

Union Experience

Communication

Problem Solving

Client Service

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

Tools

PeopleSoft HCM

Google Workspace

Job description

The University of Alberta is seeking a motivated Human Resources Associate to join the HR Partnership team. This hybrid role combines remote and North Campus Edmonton in-person work, reporting to a Senior HR Partner.

You will provide practical HR generalist support across faculties, handling recruitment, onboarding, employee relations and policy guidance within a large, complex environment. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of HR experience, strong communication, and a collaborative mindset.