human resources specialist

Government of Canada - Western; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Edmonton seeks an HR professional to administer staff consultation and grievance procedures, develop policies, and provide advice on HR matters. Candidates should have a College/CEGEP education and possess 1-2 years of experience. The position demands excellent communication skills, the ability to work independently under pressure, and the capability to multitask. Basic security clearance is required, and work is on-site, with no option for remote work.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience required in human resources.
• Basic security clearance is necessary.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer staff consultation and grievance procedures.
• Plan, develop and implement HR policies and programs.
• Advise on interpretation of HR policies and collective agreements.
• Research and prepare job classifications and salary scales.
• Coordinate employee performance and appraisal programs.
• Hire, train and supervise staff.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

MS Access

MS Excel

MS Windows

MS Word

Ability to multitask

Education

College/CEGEP

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Administer staff consultation and grievance procedures
• Plan, develop, implement and evaluate human resources policies and programs
• Advise managers and employees on the interpretation of human resources policies, benefit programs and collective agreements
• Research and prepare occupational classifications, job descriptions and salary scales
• Co-ordinate employee performance and appraisal programs
• Hire, train and supervise staff
• Recruit and hire staff

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Access
• MS Excel
• MS Windows
• MS Word

Area of specialization

• Human resources

Additional information Security and safety

• Basic security clearance

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large workload

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Values and ethics
• Ability to multitask
• Accountability