Human Resources Generalist

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
• Assign, co-ordinate and review projects and programs
• Mediate labour disputes and grievances
• Plan, develop and implement recruitment strategies
• Research and prepare occupational classifications, job descriptions and salary scales
• Co-ordinate employee performance and appraisal programs
• Manage training and development strategies
• Advise senior management
• Hire, train and supervise staff
• Liaise with management, union officials and HR consultants
• Organize and administer staff consultation and grievance procedures
• Recruit and hire staff
• Coaching
• Propose improvements to methods, systems and procedures
• Occupational health and safety

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP)

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word
• Electronic mail
• PeopleSoft

Area of work experience

• Policy and administration

Specialization or experience

• Employee engagement

Area of specialization

• Union representation
• Classification
• Conciliation and mediation
• Labour relations
• Human resources
• Training and professional development

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement