Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) - Jobs in Halifax Regional Municipality, NS

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Job PostingHalifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for one full-time, temporary position of up to 12 months of Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP). This is a term position however it may become permanent through the business planning process. Once permanency is determined, the incumbent may have their status changed from temporary to permanent without going through a second competition, provided performance expectations are being met.Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application. Preference will be given to candidates who self-identify in one (or more) of these groups.The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is assigned to work with a business unit as a a strategic valued partner for leaders and employees in the delivery of HR services at the business unit level. The HRBP works to ensure a consistent standard of proactive HR service delivery tailored to reflect the particular business requirements of each client’s operations. The HRBP operates as part of the Employee Relations team, which is responsible for delivering sound, effective human resources services to their clients in conjunction with HR’s Organizational Development & Health and Total Rewards divisions.HRBP will exercise independent judgement and initiative in determining and recommending courses of action when dealing with the full range of HR services including performance management, staffing, managing absenteeism, duty to accommodate, training, change management, diversity and inclusion and succession planning.QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a minimum of three years broad and progressively more senior experience within the human resource field in a large, decentralized, unionized environment.
• Undergraduate degree; certificate or diploma with a focus in HR Management or related area of study from a recognized and accredited educational institution.
• A combination of education and experience deemed to be equivalent may be considered.
• CPHR designation is an asset.
• Proven ability to understand present and future operational requirements and identify the associated human resource requirements.
• Demonstrated experience with of execution of HR Leadership with well-developed project management capabilities.

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.Please note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.HRM respects the health and safety of all employees and candidates. We are adhering to all Public Health Guidelines. The guidelines can be found here: Coronavirus (COVID-19): protect yourself and others - Government of Nova Scotia, Canada. Candidates are asked to wear masks for in-person recruitment activities and refrain from participating in in-person recruitment activities if they have tested positive for Covid-19 or are experiencing symptoms. Any concerns may be confidentially discussed with the Recruiter or you may email jobs@halifax.ca.HOURS OF WORK: Standard hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday; flexibility may be required due to client demands.SALARY: The salary will be commensurate with education and experience, however, the starting salary of the range is $81,000WORK LOCATION: Purdys Wharf Tower II, flexibility to travel throughout HRM is required.CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm August 02, 2022.Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) and who require accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Recruiter when invited to the assessment process.Quick Apply

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