People and Culture Generalist, Full Time (Maternity Coverage)

CBFY; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth (CBFY) is seeking a People and Culture Generalist to support the end-to-end employee lifecycle and foster a positive, inclusive workplace in Calgary.

Reporting to the Director of People and Culture, you will partner with leaders, manage HR processes, and help implement policies while upholding Alberta employment standards. This maternity coverage role offers variety, collaboration, and a meaningful community impact.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a generalist role.
• Diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Strong understanding of Alberta employment legislation.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now is an asset.
• Payroll administration experience is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Sound judgment and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• A collaborative approach with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of an organization.
• CPHR designation or progress toward the designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR guidance and support to employees, supervisors, and managers.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, employee development, performance management, and employee transitions.
• Provide support on employee relations matters, workplace concerns, and performance issues.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR information within the organization’s HRIS.
• Support the administration of compensation, benefits, payroll-related processes, and employee programs.
• Prepare and monitor HR reports, metrics, and dashboards to support informed decision-making.
• Contribute to employee engagement, recognition, workplace culture, and organizational initiatives.
• Support the development, implementation, and review of HR policies, procedures, and programs.
• Promote consistent and compliant HR practices in accordance with organizational policies and applicable legislation.
• Contribute to special projects and continuous improvement initiatives within People and Culture.

Skills

HR generalist experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Discretion with confidential info

Collaboration across levels

Time management

Team player

Education

HR degree or diploma

CPHR designation asset

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

HRIS

Job description

The Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth (CBFY)

People and Culture Generalist

Full-Time Position (40 hours/week)

Maternity Coverage

Closing Date: Until suitable candidate is found

The Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth (CBFY) is a youth-centered and family-focused non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the well-being of newcomer children, youth and families. For over 30 years, CBFY has fostered a welcoming and inclusive environment for newcomers by enriching them with the appropriate skills, information, knowledge and experience as they build a life in Canada. Since 1990, we have proudly helped tens of thousands of immigrant and refugee families settle in Calgary.

Our Vision

Newcomer children, youth and their families thriving in a harmonized, multicultural community

Our Mission

Champion the journey of newcomer children and youth

Our Values

Connection, Collaboration and Community

About the Role

We are looking for a People and Culture Generalist to join our People and Culture team and contribute to a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace.

Reporting to the Director of People and Culture, the People and Culture Generalist provides broad HR support across the employee lifecycle. This role partners with employees and leaders to deliver effective people practices, support employee experience, and help ensure HR programs, policies, and processes are implemented consistently across the organization.

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys a varied generalist role, building relationships, solving workplace challenges, and contributing to meaningful People and Culture initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR guidance and support to employees, supervisors, and managers.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, employee development, performance management, and employee transitions.
• Provide support on employee relations matters, workplace concerns, and performance issues.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR information within the organization’s HRIS.
• Support the administration of compensation, benefits, payroll-related processes, and employee programs.
• Prepare and monitor HR reports, metrics, and dashboards to support informed decision-making.
• Contribute to employee engagement, recognition, workplace culture, and organizational initiatives.
• Support the development, implementation, and review of HR policies, procedures, and programs.
• Promote consistent and compliant HR practices in accordance with organizational policies and applicable legislation.
• Contribute to special projects and continuous improvement initiatives within People and Culture.

What You Bring

• 3-5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a generalist role.
• Diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of HR practices and Alberta employment legislation.
• Experience working with an HRIS; ADP Workforce Now is an asset.
• Payroll administration experience is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Sound judgment and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• A collaborative approach with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and contribute effectively as part of a team.
• CPHR designation or progress toward the designation is an asset.

Why Join Us?

This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the employee experience while working across a broad range of People and Culture functions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with leaders and employees, contribute to organizational initiatives, and help shape a workplace where people can thrive.

If you are a people-focused HR professional who brings curiosity, sound judgment, and a solutions-oriented approach, we would love to hear from you.

CBFY is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences.