Human Resources Generalist

Homes by Avi Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the home building industry is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to join their HR team in Calgary. This role involves supporting various HR functions such as recruitment, employee relations, and health and safety initiatives. The ideal candidate is self-motivated with strong communication skills and extensive HR knowledge, ready to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a HR Generalist.
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources.
• Intermediate level of payroll understanding.

Responsibilities

• Support management with full cycle recruitment.
• Process employee benefits programs.
• Create and deliver training programs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Flexibility

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Administration or related field

Certified Professional Human Resources (CPHR)

Tools

UKG (Ultimate Software)

Job description

Homes by Avi Group of Companies is seeking a highly motivated, engaging and service orientated individual to join our team as a Human Resources Generalist. Homes by Avi has been building family homes since 1978, with home building divisions in Calgary and Edmonton. This role would be based in our Calgary Office.

Human Resources Generalist

You will work within the HR department and under the leadership of the Director of Human Resources to support the employees and managers across all of our divisions.

Who you are:

You have an extensive and well-rounded knowledge of all things HR and the ability to pivot from task to task while balancing ever-changing priorities.

You are an individual who is self-motivated, focused, and works well independently while collaborating with your team. A positive outlook, good sense of humor and warm demeanor will assist with engaging your colleagues and encouraging morale.

You are a natural and articulate communicator and able to get your point across, while also using negotiation skills to find compromise in difficult situations. A strong sense of ethics and desire to always do the right thing will guide your success.

You are a true generalist who thrives in a variety of disciplines; recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, training and development, benefits administration and payroll coverage.

You are interested in learning more about health and safety and working towards a National Health and Safety Administrator certification to support our health and safety efforts.

What You Will Do:

• Create training and development programs including microlearning segments
• Supporting the management teams with full cycle recruitment, from posting positions, shortlisting candidates, interviewing, reference checking and onboarding & orientating new hires
• Processing employee benefits programs including RRSP plans and WCB & disability case management
• Administration of Company programs, such as loyalty awards, monthly celebrations, performance assessments, time off policies, employee recognition programs, etc.
• Provide back-up for payroll where necessary
• Deliver monthly and annual reports, as well as any ad hoc requests
• Provide coaching and support for the management teams in the areas of employment standards and employment law
• Incident investigation and conflict resolution
• Developing and updating Company policies and procedures, including roll-outs and reviews
• Assisting the Safety team with administrative support, reporting, and incident tracking etc.
• Provide HR advisory services for all employees, including prompt and efficient responses to inquiries
• Create and distribute internal communications regarding status changes, benefits, or company policies
• Conduct termination meetings and exit interview with departing team members
• Review, track, and document compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and competency assessments
  
  

Your Qualifications – The Must Have’s

• 5+ years of professional experience as a HR Generalist
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources
• Certified Professional Human Resources(CPHR)
• Intermediate level of understanding and of payroll and payroll/HR software programs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of confidentiality and discretion
• Ability to independently manage multiple deadlines and diverse projects
• Ability to manage high priority/urgent requests, adapt to changing priorities
• Self-motivator with strong organizational and intra-personal skills

Additional Skills – The Nice to Have’s

• Experience with UKG (Ultimate Software) software program
• Experience in the home-building or construction industry
• National Health & Safety Administrator certification

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Team Player

Advanced

Intermediate

Intermediate

Multitasking

Some Knowledge

Flexibility

Intermediate

Some Knowledge

Intermediate

Communication Skills

Intermediate

Coaching

Intermediate

Intermediate

Behaviors

Preferred

Dedicated

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Loyal

Loyal

: Shows firm and constant support to a cause

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Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter

: Inspired to perform without outside help

Flexibility

Flexibility

: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

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Education

Required

Bachelor's degree or better in Human Resource Administration or related field.