Human Resources Associate

University of Alberta Careers; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alberta Careers in Edmonton seeks a proactive Human Resources Associate (HRA) for a one-year term. The role offers a hybrid work model with a mix of remote and in-person duties at North Campus Edmonton.

Reporting to a Senior HR Partner, the HRA provides generalist HR support to faculties and departments. You will collaborate with HR Partners, navigate collective agreements, and escalate complex matters when needed. A great fit for customer‑facing HR professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide responsive HR generalist support to assigned faculties and departments.
• Collaborate with HR Partners and the SHRP to handle routine matters and escalate complex files as needed.
• Assist clients in navigating collective agreements, policies, and HR processes with Shared Services and HRHSE Centres of Expertise.

Job description

This position has a term length of1 year.

Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Human Resources Associate (HRA) to join our dynamic HR Partnership team. Reporting to a Senior Human Resources Partner (SHRP), the HRA works closely with HR Partners to provide responsive, practical HR generalist support to assigned faculties and departments within a large, complex and unionized environment.

The HRA develops collaborative relationships with leaders and administrators, providing advice and support across a broad range of HR activities for both academic and non-academic employee groups. The role independently manages routine and lower-complexity matters, supports HR Partners and the SHRP on more complex files, and uses sound judgment to identify when specialized expertise or escalation is required. Working collaboratively with Shared Services and HRHSE Centres of Expertise, the HRA helps clients navigate collective agreements, policies, employment practices, HR processes and services.