Human Resources Consultant

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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
• Establish and implement policies and procedures
• Train, direct and motivate staff
• Manage training and development strategies
• Research employee benefits and health and safety practices and recommend changes
• Advise senior management
• Respond to employee questions and complaints
• Liaise with management, union officials and HR consultants
• Negotiate collective agreements on behalf of employers or workers
• Organize and administer staff consultation and grievance procedures
• Manage knowledge
• Conduct performance reviews
• Propose improvements to methods, systems and procedures

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Electronic scheduler
• MS Excel
• MS Word
• Internet

Area of specialization

• Union representation
• Employment equity
• Labour relations
• Human resources
• Compensation and benefits
• Training and professional development
• Wage analysis
• Business process management

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large caseload

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Reliability
• Values and ethics
• Ability to multitask
• Accountability

Benefits

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)