Human Resources Business Partner

Blood; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks' vacation

Annual performance award up to 8%

Comprehensive health, dental andVision

Employee discounts, wellness program,

Job summary

Canadian Blood Services is hiring a Regular full-time Human Resources Business Partner to join the Employee Relations team in the People, Culture and Performance division. You will partner with leaders to implement HR solutions, support programs, and ensure strategic alignment across divisions.

The role requires strong communication, relationship building with unions, and expertise in labour relations within a highly regulated environment. Calgary-based preference; on-site presence is expected.

Qualifications

• University degree in HR, Labour Relations, Business Administration, or related field.
• CHRP designation preferred.
• 5–7 years in an operational and strategic Business Partner role within a unionized environment.
• Solid knowledge of HR best practices, trends, developments, and related legislation.
• Fluency in English; other languages an asset.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Business Leaders to identify, recommend, and implement business-focused HR solutions to operational people management issues.
• Assist with program development, delivery and to implement People, Culture and Performance strategies and trainings.
• Support organizational structure changes to align with business objectives and advise on people management issues.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Union Representatives and participate in Labour Management Committee meetings.
• Participate in collective bargaining input and investigations on harassment and workplace issues.
• Represent People, Culture and Performance at arbitration/hearings and support disciplinary processes.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic HR advisory

Communication

Education

Bachelors or higher in HR/Business

CHRP designation preferred

Job description

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This role requires a minimum of 40% on-site presence. Additional on-site work may be required based on business needs. On-site expectations are subject to change and may be adjusted on a temporary or permanent basis. Preference will be given to candidates based in Calgary.

Job posting ID: 9406

Employment status: Regular full-time
Salary/Rate of pay:$99,600 - $117,200

Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.

Together, the work we do connects people and changes lives including your own.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular full-time Human Resources Business Partner to join our dynamic Employee Relations team in our People, Culture and Performance (PCP) division.

TheEmployee Relationsteamis responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by partnering with and supporting leaders to achieve their business objectives in a highly regulated, complex, and challenging environment. The successful applicant will develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with various stakeholders including leaders, employees and unions in service of the organization.

In this role, you will provide strategic input to operational issues and will be accountable for the regional delivery of business partner services that support the achievement of business objectives. You will develop and maintain partnerships with assigned divisions and departments, understanding their business needs and requirements, assisting in determining their talent needs and requirements, providing coaching on effective people management, and providing expertise and advice on People, Culture and Performance programs, policies and services. As a member of the People, Culture and Performance team, you will ensure that the work performed aligns with the overall strategic direction of both the team and the organization, accomplished through collaboration with other members of the People, Culture and Performance team.

• Utilizing your strong interpersonal skills along with proven ability to exercise sound judgement, tact, and discretion, you will partner with Business Leaders to identify, recommend, and implement business focused solutions to operational people management issues, including identifying the skills and capabilities required to meet longer term strategic goals.
• Harnessing your effective leadership abilities combined with a strong commitment to operating within a diverse team environment, you will partner with, Employee Relations, and Business Leaders to assist with program development, delivery and to implement People, Culture and Performance strategies, services, and programs, including communicating new or changed programs and delivering training as required, to facilitate the integration of people strategies and issues into business plans, enhance the clients’ understanding and promote effective employee relations.
• Focusing on your thorough understanding of HR best practices, trends, developments, and strategic programs, you will support and facilitate Business Leaders’ efforts during the design of organizational structure changes that support business objectives and provide input on people management issues and People, Culture and Performance best practices to operational business cases/plans and other change management initiatives.
• Concentrating on your exceptional communication and relationships management skills, you will develop, promote, and facilitate effective business relations with Union Representatives through open dialogue and proactive problem-solving techniques, including but not limited to participation in regular Labour Management Committee meetings, problem solving and/or grievance meetings to ensure issues are identified and addressed and resolved in a proactive manner.
• Leveraging your knowledge and expertise, you will participate in collective agreement/contract negotiations either by providing input related to operational issues or local market trends and or as part of the employer bargaining team. Recommend, participate, and carry out investigations on workplace harassment and problem resolution as well as other employee relation issues.
• You will represent People, Culture and Performance and local business units at arbitration and third-party hearings.
• Using your ability to analyze complex issues and determine the best solution or course of action to meet client needs, you will provide advice, consultation and recommendations on displacement and termination issues, including attending meetings with employees as required.
• You will encourage, support, and endorse and may participate in regular Labour Management Committee Meetings and problem-resolution grievance meetings to ensure issues are identified, addressed, and resolved in a pro-active manner.
• Drawing on your continuous growth mindset, you will proactively partner with the Business Leaders to identify opportunities for enhancements that will assist them to achieve their objectives (i.e., technological, process and program improvements).

Desired education and skills

• Completion of a university degree in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Business Administration, or related field.
• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation is preferred.
• 5 to 7 years of related experience in an operational and strategic Business Partner role within a unionized environment.
• A thorough understanding of HR best practices, trends, developments, and strategic programs, as well as related employment, labour relations and human rights legislation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English are essential.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

What we offer you

• 4 weeks' vacation
• Annual performance award up to 8%
• Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources

What you can expect

• This role requires a minimum of 40% on-site presence. Additional on-site work may be required based on business needs. On-site expectations are subject to change and may be adjusted on a temporary or permanent basis. Preference will be given to candidates based in Calgary.
• You will work Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, 7.5 hours per day.
• You may be expected to travel a couple of times per year, and as required.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

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