Human Resources Officer

Arts and Science Undergraduate Society (ASUS); Kingston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Human Resources Officer at a vibrant student society, where you will play a crucial role in fostering a positive environment for volunteers and employees. This position involves overseeing personnel-related matters, conflict resolution, and equitable hiring practices. You will lead a dedicated team while collaborating with various commissions to enhance transparency and inclusivity. With a commitment to volunteer management and organizational behavior, this role is perfect for strong communicators and skilled decision-makers eager to make a meaningful impact. If you're passionate about creating a supportive community, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates are strong communicators and impartial decision-makers.
• Skilled in conflict resolution and organizational behavior.

Responsibilities

• Oversee personnel-related matters for a positive experience.
• Act as a mediator for internal disputes and oversee hiring processes.
• Maintain records and prepare transition manuals for successors.

Skills

Conflict Resolution

Communication Skills

Decision Making

Education

Relevant Academic Standing

Job description

The Human Resources Officer (HRO) is essential to the daily operations and well-being of ASUS, overseeing all personnel-related matters to ensure a positive and meaningful experience for volunteers and employees. They provide support on conflict resolution, equitable hiring, training, evaluations, and organizational behavior while continuously improving policies for transparency and inclusivity. Leading a team of two deputies and two directors, the HRO collaborates across all commissions and offices to foster a safe and accountable environment. Ideal candidates are strong communicators, impartial decision-makers, and skilled in conflict resolution.

All applicants are highly encouraged to speak with the current Human Resources Officer and Incoming Executive about the role before applying.

Applications will remain open until Friday, February 21st at 4pm EST.

Time Commitment and Remuneration

10 month-term from May 1st, 2025 to April 30th, 2026. Payouts will be in accordance with the Human Resources Policy Salary Grid 10.03.01 which can be accessed here: Click here

Please see Part 3: Hiring in the HR Policy Manual for in-depth eligibility criteria for the position pertaining to academic standing, work-study positions, exchange status, etc.

Time Commitment and Responsibilities

• Office Hours and Meetings: Hold 15 office hours weekly, attend all weekly Council meetings, the ASUS General Assembly, and meet weekly with the ASUS Executives.
• Planning and Budgeting: Submit a formal strategic plan and budget during the summer to guide Society initiatives.
• Volunteer Management and Training: Execute ArtSci Volunteer Week in the Fall, coordinate mandatory training sessions for all Executives, Council members, Chairs, Directors, and Deputies, and ensure training aligns with Society policies.
• Conflict Resolution and Hiring Oversight: Act as a confidential mediator for internal disputes, oversee hiring processes, and ensure compliance with the ASUS Human Resources Policy & Procedures Manual.
• Administrative Responsibilities: Maintain records of volunteer roles, oversee Fall and Winter Hiring Reports, facilitate honoraria reviews with the General Manager, and prepare a comprehensive transition manual for the successor.

If there are any questions, concerns, or personal accommodations required during the application process, please contact the incoming ASUS President, Ivana Drinziu, at [e-mail], or Owen Miaskowski, the ASUS Human Resources Officer, at [e-mail].