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SalaryCompany: AutoCanada Inc.
Department: People & Culture
Job Title: People & Culture HR Coordinator
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Full Time, Onsite – In Office
Compensation: $40,000 - 50,000 base salary, with 5% annual bonus opportunity
AutoCanada, one of the country’s largest multi-brand automotive groups, is NOW HIRING a Human Resources Coordinator to support and enhance our People & Culture functions across various departments operating under the AutoCanada umbrella. Working at our home office in Edmonton, Alberta, the right candidate for this role will be extremely well organized, computer literate with Microsoft Office and other internet-based software solutions, well versed on HR law/ compliance standards, and will accompany the above-mentioned skills with a welcoming, professional demeanor. Fantastic at communicating with executives and entry-level associates alike, you will be the friendly face of the People & Culture Team acting as an AutoCanada brand champion while tending to the requests of our internal business partners and newly hired associates.
Position Overview:
Working with the Vice President and Directors that lead our People & Culture Team, the People & Culture HR Coordinator will play a pivotal role in maintaining operational efficiency at our AutoCanada home office by administering and coordinating diverse HR & engagement initiatives throughout the organization. Acting as a true partner to the leaders you support, you will offer continuous updates and feedback regarding the roll out of P&C initiatives as you interact with AutoCanada team members. The HR Coordinator role will encompass tasks, such as: running background checks for interviewing candidates being considered for hire, employee file maintenance, data entry, policy research, policy and process documentation and dissemination, involvement in home office recruiting, brand representation, and other duties and as by P&C Leadership.
Job Responsibilities:
- Partner with the Vice President and other P&C Leaders to drive positive results as we launch new AutoCanada operating processes and policies throughout various departments, dealerships, and service centres operating in the North American market
- Help support the AutoCanada home office team by managing internal and external HR related inquiries and requests, providing assistance via email or phone correspondence, and redirecting inquiries to other team members on an as needed basis
- Maintains records of personnel-related data, in both paper and electronic format, to ensure all employment and record-retention requirements are met by the Company
- Build and/or modify reports to track all LOA’s due to FML, disability, etc; This will include working with outside vendors to ensure we are in compliance and adhere to any necessary RTW documentation provided by the AutoCanada team member
- Schedule meetings, interviews, HR events and maintain the overall P&C team’s agenda, including working closely with the department Vice President to ensure they have the visibility and information required to provide oversight on major projects and initiatives which fall under their area of responsibility
- Coordinate HR projects (meetings, training, surveys, etc) and take minutes on behalf of the team
- Conduct initial orientation for newly hired AutoCanada employees at the home office and coordinate offsite orientation for remote home office team members
- Act as an L&D program coordinator, tracking the training and development of key employees operating at the Corporate or Region level
- Build and maintain database for budgeting and cost centers; tracking department spend against the finalized 2024 budget
- Apply for, obtain and manage the distribution for training grant funding acquired by AutoCanada on behalf of Corporate leaders or dealership level training facilitators
- Coach and mentor other team members to perform in a manner consistent with AutoCanada’s core values, sharing role specific information that will help them to better serve our clientele and the community we operate in
- Other duties as assigned by People & Culture Leadership on an as-needed basis
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in HR Management required or equivalent experience.
- Strong knowledge of current Canadian employment law matters, with a strong commitment to diversity management.
- Ability to communicate throughout all levels of the organization with strong presentation, written, and verbal skills – French bilingual is helpful but not required
- Ability to identify developmental needs of employees and provide leadership with coaching, mentoring, and disciplinary recommendations
- Strong morals and ethics, along with a commitment to staff privacy and the ability to be politically and culturally sensitive to a diverse range of internal and external associates
- Knowledge of principles, theories, and techniques related to job classification, job analysis, and job descriptions.
- Computer literate, including effective working skills of Microsoft Office to include: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook e-mail
- Attention to detail in all aspects of work, with the ability to work well under pressure and meet set deadlines
- Professional appearance and manners that are aligned with AutoCanada’s core values and operational standards
Work Conditions:
- Travel may be required within Canada and the United States to support Corporate or dealership HR initiatives on an as needed basis (Less than 20% of the time)
- Dexterity to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a calculator, copy machine, printer, projector or other pieces of office equipment which may require repetitive hand, finger, leg, foot, and/or knee motion
- Occasionally ascends and descends stairs when visiting offsite locations built prior to current new-construction disability, accessibility requirements
- Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle when driving to offsite training, meetings, or AutoCanada dealerships
- Overtime may be required when dealing with HR issues or projects that require a sense of urgency
- Lifting or moving up items that weigh 10lbs or more may be required.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay and a motivated group of AutoCanada employees to work alongside
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Prescription insurance that can discount purchases up to 80%
- Paid holiday and flex time for full time AutoCanada employees
- Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service programs
- Health & wellness programs for assistance with gym memberships, counseling, physicals, and more
- Professional development and the opportunity to grow your career
- The chance to be part of an exciting, growing company that operates in Canada and the United States
Apply Now:
For more information on our Company, please visit our website at: www.autocan.ca
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter on the Careers portion of our website.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
At AutoCanada, we are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively support everyone in expressing themselves and reaching their full potential. Our commitment extends to reaching out to individuals from various backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate based on gender identity, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or mental/physical disabilities. AutoCanada is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.
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