Wednesday 27 August 2014

Human Resource Consultant - MacDonald Youth Services

Human Resources Consultant
Winnipeg, MB

Applicants must demonstrate in their resume or cover letter how they meet the requirements of the position.
 

Macdonald Youth Services requires a full-time Human Resources Advisor. The HR Consultant supports and advises the Agency on operational human resources related issues, including development and communication of policies, training administration, pension and benefits, human resources reporting, remuneration and performance development processes to ensure a skilled staffing structure.


Duties and Responsibilities: Works with program areas, managers and Human Resources to develop new positions and position descriptions to meet program and organizational needs; Provides employee and labour relations advice to Agency management regarding employee and labour relations issues; Assists management with the annual performance development plans for employees; Provides information and communication to all employees regarding agency benefit plans and conducts benefit orientation for new employees; Maintains HR databases, HRIS systems and spreadsheets and prepares various monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports for management’s review, including information on benefits; Works with the Senior HR Manager to obtain and maintain up to date information on wages and benefits available at comparable organizations; Case management of Workers Compensation Claims, Supportive Employment and Leaves of Absence; Assists with workplace investigations and providing advice on appropriate outcomes; Authors various HR correspondence and documentation; Ensures the completeness of employee and investigation files including supplemental documentation; Assists Senior HR Manager in the development of HR policies and procedures for the Agency including policies and procedures to enhance recruiting and the maintaining of existing employees; Participates in the implementation of the Agency and HR operating plans, goals and objectives; Promotes and ensures that human resources are managed in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision, philosophy, and policies of the Agency and HR policies and procedures and promote equality and consistency across the Agency; In conjunction with the Senior HR Manager, determines the types of training that are required, identifies the best methods to deliver the training and develops training material as necessary; Ensures employees complete mandatory training in a timely fashion; Provides training to employees as required; Actively participates in human resources initiatives and projects as time and resources permit; Represents HR on various committees and teams as required; May perform other HR functions as required.

COMPETENCIES:
Client Service (Level 2) – Strives to create positive, memorable client experiences.
Teamwork and Cooperation (Level 3) – Proactively works to build teams and enhance team cohesiveness and goal achievement.
Interpersonal Communication (Level 3) – Anticipates others’ communications needs and consistently adjusts own verbal and non-verbal language.
Written Communication (Level 3) – Anticipates the communication needs of the recipients(s); adjusts correspondences to enhance communication.
Self-Development and Initiative (Level 2) – Goes beyond the basic requirements; actively takes advantage of opportunities to solve job related problems.
Planning Organizing & Follow up (Level 2) – Complements established routines and systems with own processes to ensure work is completed in a timely manner.
Managing Stress (Level 2) – Maintains effective performance in challenging circumstances;
Valuing Diversity (Level 3) – Encourages a climate that supports diversity.
Integrity and Building Trust (Level 2) – Models organizational norms in the conduct of business activities.
Analysis (Level 2) – Identifies logical conclusions based on assessment of information available.
Formal Presentation (Level 3) – Delivers an interactive presentation of advanced information customized to the interests and needs of the audience.
Decision Making (Level 2) – Uses discretion to make decisions in situations that fall outside established guidelines or where options exist.

Essential Requirements:
  • Completion of college or university diploma/degree in business with a major in Human Resources;
  • Minimum of four years direct experience in HR including a minimum of three years in a HR generalist role;
  • Demonstrated technical knowledge of and experience with current HR practices and principles, employment equity, employment law and diversity recruiting strategies including electronic recruitment;
  • Experience working in unionized and non-unionized environments;
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with people at all levels and to make presentations and/or provide training;
  • Demonstrated ability to author various detailed correspondence including investigation reports, training materials, letters and other forms of correspondence;
  • Excellent initiative, decision making and problem solving skills as well as a strong customer service orientation;
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team;
  • Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines;
  • Advanced computer skills with various software packages including Microsoft Office;
  • Possess a current (within 3 months) or willingness to obtain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search);
  • Possess a current (within 3 months) or willingness to obtain a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check.


Preferred Requirements:
  • Understanding of Non-profit Agency operations and government relations;
  • Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) designation;
  • Experience as a facilitator or project lead;
  • Supervisory experience.

Salary: $55,000 – $68,340 d.o.q. per annum. MYS offers a competitive benefit package and pension plan.

Hours: 35 hours per week 8:30am – 4:30pm Monday through Friday

Applicants must demonstrate in their resume or cover letter how they meet the requirements of the position.:
  • Human Resources
    Macdonald Youth Services
    175 Mayfair Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3L 0A1
    Fax: 204-284-4431

    Email:
Closing Date:
  • September 8, 2014 @ 12:00 noon

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