People & Culture Advisor

Calgary-Drop-in-&-Rehab-Society-Centr; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Calgary Drop-in & Rehab Society Centre is seeking a People & Culture Advisor in Calgary, AB. This full-time permanent role reports to the Manager, Payroll & Total Rewards and follows a 5 days on / 2 days off schedule.

You will support P&C programs, provide guidance on employee relations and policies, and help maintain confidential HR records while fostering an inclusive, values-driven workplace.

Qualifications

• A diploma or degree in human resources, psychology or related field is required; a combination of education and/or work experience will be considered.
• CPHR candidate, designation or relevant designation is required.
• 3 - 5 years of experience in People & Culture/Human Resources.
• Strong knowledge of relevant employment legislation, human rights requirement, and HR best practices.
• Excellent communicator and relationship-builder who understands that service excellence is delivered by employees who are both engaged and empowered.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination, communication, and administration of annual People & Culture programs and cycles.
• Provide guidance and support to leaders and employees on employee relations matters, workplace policies, employment legislation, and organizational practices.
• Build positive working relationships with people leaders by providing timely P&C support, sharing resources, and reinforcing effective people management practices.
• Participate in workplace investigations by assisting with information gathering, interview scheduling, documentation, note-taking, and preparing investigation materials and summaries.
• Support all stages of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, performance management, employee movement, and offboarding, while ensuring accurate documentation and a positive employee experience.
• Coordinate and maintain employee records, HR documentation, and people-related systems, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with organizational policies.
• Assist with the development and delivery of P&C communications, resources, and training materials to support leaders and employees.
• Respond to routine P&C inquiries and provide timely, customer-focused support, referring more complex matters to senior members of the People & Culture team.
• Contribute to P&C projects and continuous improvement initiatives by coordinating activities, gathering information, and supporting implementation.
• Champion the organization's values by modelling respectful, inclusive behaviours and contributing to a positive, collaborative, and coaching-focused workplace culture.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Confidentiality

Conflict resolution

Adaptability

Education

HR degree or related

CPHR candidate

Tools

HRIS

Job description

The Opportunity

Position Title: People & Culture Advisor
Reports To: Manager, Payroll & Total Rewards
Employment Type: Full-time Permanent
Schedule: 5 days on/2 days off, Monday to Friday

Location: 1 Dermot Baldwin Way SE, Calgary, Alberta

About the Department

The People & Culture team is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and values-driven workplace. We work closely with leaders and employees to support meaningful work experiences, a positive organizational culture and strive to create an environment where people feel supported, heard, and valued.

What You’ll Do

Every role at the DI makes a difference. In this position, you will:

• Support the planning, coordination, communication, and administration of annual People & Culture programs and cycles, including performance reviews, talent and succession planning, employee engagement initiatives, and other people programs.
• Provide guidance and support to leaders and employees on employee relations matters, workplace policies, employment legislation, and organizational practices, escalating complex issues as appropriate.
• Build positive working relationships with people leaders by providing timely P & C support, sharing resources, and reinforcing effective people management practices.
• Participate in workplace investigations by assisting with information gathering, interview scheduling, documentation, note-taking, and preparing investigation materials and summaries.
• Support all stages of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, performance management, employee movement, and offboarding, while ensuring accurate documentation and a positive employee experience.
• Coordinate and maintain employee records, HR documentation, and people-related systems, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with organizational policies.
• Assist with the development and delivery of P & C communications, resources, and training materials to support leaders and employees.
• Respond to routine P & C inquiries and provide timely, customer-focused support, referring more complex matters to senior members of the People & Culture team.
• Contribute to P & C projects and continuous improvement initiatives by coordinating activities, gathering information, and supporting implementation.
• Champion the organization's values by modelling respectful, inclusive behaviours and contributing to a positive, collaborative, and coaching-focused workplace culture.

This role is well-suited for a collaborative, strategic minded People & Culture professional with a strong generalist foundation and a passion for supporting both employees and leaders.They are comfortable navigating complex employee relations issues,providingpractical and balanced advice, and contribute positively to organizational culture while delivering exceptional People & Culture service and support.

What You Bring

We know that great people come from all kinds of backgrounds. You don’t have to check every single box! If you’re passionate about helping others and share our values, we want to hear from you.

Must-Have’s

• A diploma or degree in human resources, psychology or related field is required; a combination of education and/or work experience will be considered.
• CPHR candidate, designation or relevant designation is required.
• 3 - 5 years of experience in People & Culture/Human Resources.
• Strong knowledge of relevant employment legislation, human rights requirement, and HR best practices.
• Excellent communicator and relationship-builder who understands that service excellence is delivered by employees who are both engaged and empowered.
• A demonstrated desire for continuous development and a growth mindset.
• Ability to be flexible, take initiative, exercise good judgement and apply discretion while demonstrating a high level of confidentiality in all matters.
• Able to use critical thinking to interpret situations and make recommendations based on sound knowledge to produce effective results.
• Well-developed interpersonal, relationship-building, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Is a role model for professional conduct, pursuing excellence, seeking opportunities for continuous improvement, and producing creative and/or unique work solutions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
• Resilience, stress tolerance, and ability to remain composed when dealing with emotionally charged or stressful situations.
• Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Level C (or A) certification
• Ability to provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector clearance check.

Nice to Have’s

• Experience with HRIS systems.
• Experience working in a 24/7 operation would be an asset.