Human Resources Advisor

Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Human Resources Advisor to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on fostering a respectful workplace by providing strategic advice and support for health and wellness initiatives. You will develop policies and tools aimed at preventing harassment and discrimination, ensuring a safe environment for all employees. With a commitment to innovation and inclusivity, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact while enjoying a supportive work-life balance. If you are passionate about HR and creating positive workplace cultures, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Work-life balance / 35-hour workweek

Qualifications

• University degree in HR management or related field.
• Experience in developing methods for harassment prevention.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice on workplace health and wellness programs.
• Develop and implement policies for harassment and violence prevention.

Skills

Knowledge of Canadian Human Rights Act

Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act

Experience in HR advisory services

Experience in handling sensitive HR files

Knowledge in trauma informed techniques

Knowledge in interviewing techniques

Education

University degree in Human Resources Management

Job description

• Language Requirements: Bilingual (English and French)
• Closing Date (YYYY-MM-DD): 2025-05-21
• Outcome: Fixed Term
• Rate of Pay ($): 86 010 - 108 829
• Classification: ADG-D

Company Description

The House of Commons Administration delivers outstanding services to Members of Parliament and their employees in support of parliamentary democracy. Our success is made possible by our talented and dedicated workforce. We leverage diversity in all its forms and recognize that everyone has valuable contributions to make and the potential for individual growth. If you dream of joining an organization that is small enough for you to be noticed, but big enough to provide you with a meaningful career, then we want to hear from you!

Job Description

The House of Commons’ Human Resources Services is currently looking to staff the Human Resources Advisor position.

The Human Resources Advisor provides strategic advice, support, and guidance on programs and initiatives that align with the priorities of the Workplace Health and Wellness team. In this role, you will develop, implement, and maintain policies, tools, and training in support of the employer’s obligations in the prevention of harassment, violence, and discrimination.

You will be responsible for providing project and policy support to the team, while contributing to the management of a wide range of operational and administrative matters related to workplace harassment and violence prevention and resolution, including the handling of related issues, notice of occurrences, and awareness strategies for both the House of Commons Administration and Members of Parliament.

Top Reasons to Join the Respectful Workplace team:

Our team is committed to fostering a work environment where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential. As a key member of our team, you will help promote respect, health and wellness in the workplace while raising awareness of best practices and prevention across the House. We value autonomy, innovation and forward thinking-giving you the space to bring your ideas to life and make a meaningful impact. If you're passionate about fostering a safe and respectful workplace, contributing to the advancement of the harassment and workplace violence prevention and resolution program, and working alongside a positive and dedicated team—this role is for you.

• Training and development opportunities.
• Work-life balance /35-hour workweek

Qualifications

Education:

University degree from a recognized institution in human resources management or a related field OR an acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience.

Experiences:

• Knowledge of the provisions of the Canadian Human Rights Act (CHRA), provincial human rights codes, and the statutory areas of discrimination;
• Knowledge of the provisions the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA);
• Knowledge of the Canada Labour Code part II pertaining to harassment and violence prevention and resolution processes;
• Experience in the development and application of methods and tools for the prevention of harassment, violence, and discrimination;
• Experience in handling sensitive and confidential HR files;
• Experience in providing human resources (HR) related advisory services in one or more HR disciplines;
• Experience in producing reference and/or communications materials, procedures, and reports.

Assets:

• Knowledge in trauma informed techniques
• Knowledge in interviewing techniques
• Certified in Third-Party Neutral (TPN) approach

Additional Information

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace by providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If you have an accommodation request, require material in an accessible format, or need additional support with the application process, please contact Recruitment and Selection Services at [e-mail] .

Each bilingual position is assigned a linguistic profile that identifies the level of second language proficiency for reading comprehension, written expression and oral interaction required. The profile for this position is CBC. Consideration may be given to candidates with other linguistic profiles.

Priority may be given to employees working for the House of Commons Administration.

We invite you to save a copy of the notice of job opportunity. Once the closing date has passed, these documents will no longer be available.

Qualified candidates may be considered for future vacancies for this role or for other similar and/or related roles on an indeterminate and/or fixed term basis.