Human Resources Advisor (Full-time; Hybrid Option)

Mainstreet Credit Union Canada; Strathroy; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living Wage employer

Values-based cooperative

Work-life balance and flexible work安排

Generous vacation and benefit packages

Opportunities for training and advance

Job summary

Mainstreet Credit Union is seeking a Human Resources Advisor to join our growing team in Southwestern Ontario with a hybrid work model. In this role you will provide professional HR advisory services to employees and leaders, oversee recruitment, policy interpretation, disability management and employee relations, and support compliance across our Strathroy, Sarnia or Chatham locations.

The position emphasizes collaboration with management, workforce planning, and training initiatives while

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Human Resources, Business or related discipline.
• CHRP designation preferred.
• 3–5 years broad HR experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional HR advisory services to employees and leaders.
• Lead recruitment activities, onboarding and talent pipelines.
• Advise on legislation and policy interpretation to ensure compliance.
• Support employee relations, investigations and conflict resolution.
• Coordinate disability management and accommodation processes.
• Monitor OHSA, ESA and privacy compliance and maintain records.
• Partner with leaders on performance management and organizational change.

Skills

Strong verbal and writtencommunication

Recruitment experience

Employee relations

Disability management experience

Education

Bachelor degree in Human Resources, Business or related discipline

CHRP designation preferred

Job description

We are a dynamic and growing credit union with 10 locations across Southwestern Ontario, committed to providing exceptional financial services to our members.

We believe we have the best team in the business due to our leadership philosophy of excellence, and team development. With our full spectrum of investment, credit, and general banking instruments, our team can build the solution that is best for our customers; and since our customers are also our shareholders, this will always be our business objective!

Mainstreet Credit Union is actively seeking an experienced Human Resources Advisor to join our growing team!

About Us

We are a dynamic and growing credit union with 10 locations across Southwestern Ontario, committed to providing exceptional financial services to our members.

We believe we have the best team in the business due to our leadership philosophy of excellence, and team development. With our full spectrum of investment, credit, and general banking instruments, our team can build the solution that is best for our customers; and since our customers are also our shareholders, this will always be our business objective!

Mainstreet Credit Union is actively seeking an experienced Human Resources Advisor to join our growing team!

Why Join Our Team?

At Mainstreet we believe in investing in you – whether it is our employees or our incredible members. At Mainstreet we are committed to providing exceptional service, advice and improving and making a difference in the lives of our members.

Our Values

• Personalized: High quality personalized advice with flexible solutions.
• Supported: Highly responsive through empowered professionals.
• Known: Meaningful impact and connected to community.
• Easy: Easy and in the way our members prefer.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $70,073.00 - $87,591.00 (commensurate with experience)

Bonus: Eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on individual and organizational performance.

Mainstreet also offers its employees:

• Mainstreet is a Living Wage employer
• Opportunity to work at a values-based cooperative
• Work-life balance and flexible work arrangements
• Generous vacation and benefit packages
• Opportunities for training and advancement

The Role

Job Title: Human Resources Advisor

Location: Hybrid option available - weekly in office expectation at one of our administration locations (Strathroy, Sarnia or Chatham).

Job Function: The HR Advisor provides professional human resources advisory services to employees and leaders. The role is accountable for recruitment, legislative compliance monitoring, policy interpretation, disability management, employee relations and performance management support. The incumbent independently manages assigned HR matters while escalating strategic issues, significant risk matters and policy exceptions to the Director.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor legislative developments and recommend changes to policies, programs and practices.
• Research, draft and recommend new and revised HR policies and procedures.
• Provide interpretation and guidance to employees and leaders regarding legislation, policy and HR practices.
• Support workplace investigations related to policy non-compliance, harassment, workplace conflict and other related matters.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment activities including workforce planning support, sourcing strategies, screening, interviewing support, candidate selection, employment offers and onboarding coordination.
• Support succession planning and employee development initiatives in partnership with Organizational Development.
• Lead relationships with post-secondary institutions, professional associations, and community organizations to support recruitment strategies, succession planning, and workforce development initiatives.
• Represent Mainstreet Credit Union at career fairs, networking events, and educational information sessions, promoting career opportunities and increasing awareness of the unique value proposition and career paths available within the credit union sector.
• Partner with hiring managers and educational institutions to identify opportunities for internships, co-op placements, student recruitment, and other talent pipeline initiatives.
• Partner with hiring managers to develop job descriptions, recruitment strategies and candidate assessment criteria.
• Maintain recruitment metrics and identify improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate disability management, accommodation and return-to-work processes.
• Support organizational occupational health and safety initiatives through policy guidance, reporting, accommodation processes and legislative compliance activities.
• Support leaders with attendance management, performance management, coaching, corrective action and employee relations matters.
• Support organizational change initiatives and workforce planning activities.
• Maintain compliance with employment legislation, human rights, privacy and accessibility requirements.
• Respond to employee inquiries and provide timely HR consultation.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records related to employee relations, accommodation, performance management and recruitment activities.
• Support annual HR projects and strategic initiatives.

Core Competencies

• Providing Consultation
• Enforcing Laws Rules and Regulations
• Communication
• Mediating and Negotiating
• Problem Solving
• Decision Making and Judgment
• Ethics and Integrity
• Planning and Organizing
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Accountability and Dependability

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor degree in Human Resources, Business or related discipline.
• CHRP designation preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years broad HR experience.
• Working knowledge of ESA, OHSA, Human Rights, AODA, WSIA and related legislation.
• Demonstrated recruitment, employee relations and disability management experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Join Mainstreet Credit Union and be part of a workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and fosters inclusion. We actively seek diverse perspectives, ensure equal opportunities for all, and cultivate a culture where every individual feels valued. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures an environment where everyone can thrive.

Mainstreet Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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