Human Resource Consultant

City of Winnipeg; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 91,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Winnipeg invites an experienced Human Resource Consultant to provide a wide range of generalist HR services to leaders in the assigned portfolio. You will lead recruitment, investigations, performance management, attendance management, and workplace relations to resolve issues and support organizational goals.

The role also supports compensation/classification, return-to-work caseloads, HR systems, and staff supervision. A post-secondary HR degree is required; designation is a plus.

Qualifications

• Post secondary Degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent.
• Equivalency of education and experience may be considered.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment, labour relations, performance management, and disability/return to work processes.
• Ability to interpret and apply collective agreements and HR policies.

Responsibilities

• Administer and lead the full recruitment cycle in accordance with organizational processes and applicable Collective Agreement.
• Provide guidance while leading investigations, grievances, progressive discipline, performance management, and attendance management to resolve workplace issues.
• Deliver Strategic & Operational Human Resources Consulting to client areas.
• Assist with compensation and classification including job descriptions for evaluation.
• Collaborate with Health Resource Specialist to manage Return to Work caseload.
• Contribute to HR systems development and process improvements.
• Supervise staff and participate in committees and major projects.

Skills

Recruitment

Labour relations

Performance management

Grievance handling

Return to work

HR policy guidance

Communication

Stakeholder management

Team supervision

Job evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management

HR designation (CPHR/IPMA-CP)

Tools

PeopleSoft HR System

Job description

Human Resource Consultant

Recruitment Details

Department: Human Resources Division, Water and Waste Department

Designated Work Location: 1199 Pacific Avenue, Hybrid with designated work location

Position Type: Permanent, Full-time

Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday

Salary: $90,906.44 to $123,896.15 annually, Out of Scope Grade 4

Employee Group: Out of Scope

Posting No.: 127333

Closing Date: September 10, 2026

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits . We take pride in fostering a , diverse , safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Flexible work arrangements, which may include flexible hours, remote work, or a hybrid of remote work may be available; subject to review and approval. Please note that Employees who are approved to work remotely are responsible for and must demonstrate that they are available to return to their Designated Work Location and/or other work location to attend meetings or attend other tasks that occur in person.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self- declare.

For the purpose of this recruitment, Equity may be a factor in selection. Consideration will be given to Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Newcomers.

In accordance with the applicable collective agreement(s), recruitment and promotion provisions will be considered prior to applying equity strategies. Where permitted, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as members of the equity group(s) listed above.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Job Profile

Under the general direction of the HR Manager, this position is responsible for providing a wide range of generalist HR consulting services, advice, guidance, and support to leaders in the assigned portfolio. This position will lead and provide consultative guidance and support on: Labour and employee relations (HR workplace investigations, performance management, progressive discipline, grievance process & handling, attendance management and respectful workplace complaints; recruitment and selection; return to work case management; compensation and classification support, employee benefits, and Equity Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) activities. This role also contributes to corporate initiatives by serving on joint committees, participating in major projects, and identifying emerging issues.

As The Human Resource Consultant, You Will

• Administer and lead the full recruitment cycle process in accordance with established organizational processes and the applicable Collective Agreement. As required, assists with and facilitates the placement process for the re-deployment of staff.
• Provide comprehensive guidance and support while leading related processes such as: investigations, grievances, progressive discipline, performance management, attendance management, and conflict resolution activities in an effort to resolve workplace issues.
• Strategic & Operational Human Resources Consulting.
• Assists assigned client area with all matters pertaining to compensation and classification including creating or updating job descriptions for submission to Compensation Services for job evaluation.
• Work cooperatively with the Health Resource Specialist to effectively manage a dedicated Return to Work caseload assigned as part of regular duties.
• Participates in the development and maintenance of human resource systems and processes.
• Staff Supervision.

Your Education And Qualifications Include

• Post secondary Degree majoring in Human Resource Management is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• A formal HR designation would be an asset. Ex: Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) or IPMA-CP.
• A minimum of 3 years experience providing general HR consulting services in a large fast-paced environment; preferably in a public sector, unionized environment is desirable.
• Extensive experience providing human resource consulting services, advice, and guidance in the following areas:
• Recruitment and selection;
• Labour/employee relations including progressive discipline, grievance process and handling, performance management, and complex workplace investigations;
• Compensation and classification including job analysis and job description development;
• Supportive employment services including return to work, disability management, and duty to accommodate.
• Previous experience administering and interpreting complex collective agreements, human resource legislation, acts, and internal HR policies and procedures.
• Experience providing strategic and operational advice to management on human resource issues.
• Knowledge of the arbitration process with previous skills preparing and dealing with issues proceeding to arbitration.
• Able to exercise good judgment to solve problems and make decisions quickly and effectively under limited supervision.
• Customer service skills with the ability to anticipate long term client requirements and identify improvements to service delivery.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with a variety of people including senior managers, union representatives, and corporate colleagues.
• Interpersonal skills demonstrated by the ability to facilitate effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, union representatives, external contacts, and the public with tact and diplomacy.
• Proven conflict resolution skills with the ability to maintain composure while dealing with challenging customers, clients, and employees in an effort to address workplace issues.
• Organizational and time management skills, adaptable to unforeseen changes in schedule and interruptions, ability to establish priorities, and meet deadlines within tight timelines and in a busy and high-volume environment.
• Working knowledge of Human Resource Information Systems; preferably exposure to PeopleSoft HR System.
• Political acumen including the ability to deal with highly contentious and sensitive matters in a public service environment where department issues can become of interest to the public and occasionally the media.
• IMPORTANT : Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://canalliance.org/en/ at application.

Conditions Of Employment

• The successful candidate must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful candidate possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
• A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense.
• The successful candidate will be required to have and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver's License. The successful applicant will be required to provide a Notice of Driver's Licence In Force document upon request.
• The successful applicant will be required to provide a vehicle for transportation while on City business, subject to the terms and conditions of the City's Transportation Policy.

Position Reports To:

• An eligibility list may be established to fill current and future permanent and temporary positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
• Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine their knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to the qualifications of the position.
• The successful applicant will be required to complete job specific training required for this position as directed.

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.