Human Resources Advisor - Jobs in Winnipeg, MB

Job Description

The Metis Child and Family Services Authority is an incorporated entity with the responsibility to administer and manage child and family services delivery for Metis and Inuit people in Manitoba. The Authority exists to strengthen and support the health and well-being of Metis families and communities by ensuring the creation and development of Metis specific solutions that are responsive and sensitive to our collective history, experiences, culture and values.Human Resources Advisor1 Full Time Permanent PositionOut of ScopeCompetition# MCFSA-HRA-2021.006Hours of Work: 7.5 hours per day (8:30am - 4:30pm Monday to Friday)Classification and Salary: P3 $59,576 - $71,889Vacation: Four weeks in addition to three wellness days per yearLocation: Remote Work Currently Available; Dauphin or WinnipegPOSITION SUMMARYReporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Human Resources Advisor is responsible for providing a broad array of administrative support such as developing and implementing policies, programs, and procedures regarding human resource planning, recruitment, collective bargaining, training and development, and occupation classification. The Human Resources Advisor will take part in conducting workplace investigations and provide support in handling workplace complaints and grievances. In addition, the Human Resources Advisor is responsible for developing and coordinating employment programs, salary compensation and job evaluations, promotions, and education and training programs. Other duties consist of administering Collective Agreements, ensuring compliance with legislated requirements, and communicating and clarifying policies and procedures.QUALIFICATIONSEducationPost-secondary education in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Labour Relations, and/or Employment LawCertificate or diploma in Human Resource Management preferredCPHR designation preferredExperience2-3 years’ experience working within a human resources department, preferably within a unionized environmentExperience in Child and Family Services sector preferredExperience working with Metis/Inuit/Indigenous people preferredKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrate understanding and appreciation of Metis and Inuit culture.Excellent knowledge of employment legislation and labour relations/collective agreements with the ability to interpret legislation and collective agreements.Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and human resources information systems.Demonstrated effective communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.Strong organizational skills.Strong personal values, integrity and hands-on work habits.Ability to interact with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically and professionally at all times.Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with staff and external stakeholders.Ability to maintain highly sensitive and confidential information within and outside the Agency.Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment as well as independently.Ability to handle a large volume of work, manage multiple projects and multi-task.Access to a vehicle and possession of a valid Manitoba driver’s license as travel within the city and to Métis communities may/will be requiredDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEnsure Agency-wide compliance with legislative requirements, collective agreements and Agency policies and procedures.Conduct research related to employment and labour relations matters.Assist and or conduct workplace investigations and discipline meetings as required.Assist and or develop job descriptions and performance management systems.Assist in the collection, input and maintenance of information in a human resources information systemIdentify and recommend improvements to existing service delivery systems.Other duties as assigned by the Chief Human Resources Officer or the Human Resources Managers within the context of the MCFSA Mission, Vision, Guiding Principles and as a strong proponent of customer service and child welfare.Recruitment and SelectionManage staffing activities as identified by Executive Directors, Executive Management, Managers or Supervisors, create job advertisements, coordinate and advertise job vacancies.Attend recruitment fairs, as requested.Receive resumes and, as required, screen and shortlist applicants.Assist with interview question review and update.Coordinate interview schedules and create interview packages for panel members.Participate as member of interview panel for support and professional staff; provide input into the hiring decision.Make approved verbal and written offers to successful candidates, as required.Administer recruitment and selection systems including, letters of offer, Criminal Record, Child Abuse Registry, Prior Contact Checks and other necessary documents.Complete reference checks.Compile orientation packages and conduct employee orientations.Develop and maintain recruitment databases.Compile statistics with respect to recruitment.Contact unsuccessful interviewed candidates.Prepare correspondence, memoranda, reports for Director’s signature.Compensation and BenefitsConducts benefit orientations and other benefit training as neededProcess enrollments, changes and terminations of participants in all benefit/RRSP plans and programs.Assist with payroll and completion of benefits administration.Tracks all Authority and Agency leaves and reports monthly on this informationProcesses department payroll information and responds to Finance on payroll questionsTraining and DevelopmentEnters training records into database and maintains it.Tracks the implementation of the employee performance development plansProcesses department payroll information and responds to Finance on payroll questionsSchedules participants into training sessionsProvides suggestions on courses required for various groups and sources the training.Other duties as assignedWe thank all who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.MCFSA offers a supportive and progressive work environment, competitive salaries, excellent benefits package and training opportunities.Preference will be given to qualified Metis/Inuit/Indigenous applicants.All are encouraged to self-declare in cover letterPosting open until filled.