Providing Human Resources generalist services through communication and consistent application of company policy and procedures, developing practices and programs that align with business strategy and objectives, and providing leadership and consultation on all matters related to effective HR management. Key Responsibilities:First point of contact for employee relations issues including the disciplinary process. Advises management in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues. Provide guidance and support to managers and employees regarding agency policies, procedures, and employment legislation requirements. Provide support to recruitment initiatives.Monitors employee programs initiated by Human Resources and works with operations to ensure activities are implemented timely, consistently, and with minimal disruption to the operation. Compiles data from HRMS and prepares various reports for management regarding turnover, retention, absenteeism, staffing levels, etc. Case management of employee illness/injuries resulting in occupational and non-occupational absences from work. Facilitation of return to work process, advising management on appropriate job placement. Complete on-boarding and orientation requirements with new employees. Maintains accuracy of employee details in HRMS by updating information as required to document personnel actions and to provide information for payroll and other uses.

Assisting the agency to bring a more strategic and proactive approach to HR service support. Helping the HR department to update policies, processes and best practices across the Immigration & Settlement and Community Outreach & Disability services of the agency.Key Responsibilities:Provide guidance and support to managers and employees regarding agency policies, procedures, and employment legislation requirements. Work with client groups and HR team to develop training materials and resources for various HR related functions (performance management, disability management, recruitment, etc.). Roll out training initiatives as required.Provide guidance to managers regarding agency downsizing and re-organization initiatives.Provide guidance and assistance to managers regarding progressive discipline and employee relations issues. Complete Serious Occurrence Reviews (workplace investigations) as required.Assist managers in the reclassification/evaluation of job roles as needed.Complete onboarding and orientation requirements with new employees.

As a strategic business partner for the Remote Mining Operations of SMS, I provide guidance and support to managers and employees regarding day to day HR related functions. Key Responsibilities:Develop strategic partnerships with managers to obtain buy in for successful management of organizational changes as required. Educate and advise client groups on organizational policies, employment legislation and Occupational Health, Safety, and Environment (OHSE) regulations, as well as, changes to existing legislation and requirements. Create and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and Work Instructions (WI’s) to assist with clarification and education of organizational policies and practices. Provide guidance to managers and employees for effective resolution of employee relations issues. Utilize policies and resources to conduct workplace conduct investigations as needed to mitigate risk to organization and work environment. Provide full cycle recruitment for client groups. Identify current and prospective staffing requirements, post advertisements (internal/external), collect and screen qualified applicants. Conduct job interviews with department managers to attain the right candidate, process candidates through all steps in SMS recruiting process, conduct orientations, complete onboarding schedules and book required training programs for new employees. Complete compensation analysis and job evaluation using market trends and Hay methodology. Administer benefit programs and workplace referral programs as required. Team lead for various HR related projects including implementation of HRIS system recruiting module and online application tracking system.

Provide guidance and leadership regarding all company policies and procedures, Employment Standards, Human Rights Legislation, and overall HR department objectives to support DFI’s strategic mission. Key Responsibilities:Ensure organization is kept up to date with current and changing employment legislation and regulations.Recruitment for DFI branches across AB and BC. This involved job advertisements, tracking of available positions, new hire orientations, and scheduling of training programs. Developed and maintained productive and collaborative relationships with managers and employees. Provide guidance regarding employee relations and concerns. Administer and apply for Labour Market Opinions in order to employ foreign temporary workers.Create job descriptions and interview questions to improve employee retention. Conduct market compensation surveys and provide recommendations regarding compensation planning.Conduct all HR administration and maintain employee databases. Create employee files following Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) legislation.

Ensure all organizational recruitment needs are met by completing all interview process requirements within the Human Resource Department. Developed a job placement program with the Alberta Job Corps in order to increase the number of qualified candidates into the organization. Key Responsibilities:Revised all job descriptions to provide an accurate description of knowledge, skills, and abilities required for each position. Interviewed employees and developed questionnaires to capture the relevant information needed. Reviewed and modified existing interview questions, which led to improved hiring procedures. Created job advertisements for all available positions needed. Lead new employee company orientation. Key liaison for job placement initiative program with local candidates throughout the Northern Alberta region. Travelled to different locations and provided workplace seminars and facility tours.

Provided HR leadership and helped to coordinate the grand opening of the casino in Edmonton, this included the hiring of over 400 new employees. Set up benefit and compensation plans, develop employee policy manual, and created a link between the Human Resource Department, and the objectives of the organization. Key Responsibilities:Developed and implemented HR material into the organization. This included job descriptions, interview/reference questions, job applications, and performance appraisal programs. Identified current and prospective staffing requirements, posted advertisements (internal/external), collected and screened qualified applicants. Conducted job interviews with department managers to attain the right candidate. Conducted new hire orientation for new employees. Administration and implementation of employee benefits and compensation plans. Process Human Resources documentation using a Ceridian and ADP Payroll system. Familiar with Great West Lift benefit programs.Maintain and administer Workers Compensation Board procedures, short term disability claims, long term disability claims and modified work for all employees.Advise managers and employees on all Human Resource policies, WCB procedures, compensation programs, and benefit programs.