Description
Human Resources (HR) Advisor
Human Resources Department - Education Centre
Company Overview
As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 29,000 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed.
RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District.
Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.
The Opportunity
RVS invites applications for a continuing, full-time (35 hrs/wk) Human Resources (HR) Advisor position starting August 1, 2025, in the Human Resources Department. This position is located at the Education Centre in Airdrie, AB.
The Human Resources (HR) Advisor acts as the first point of contact for current Rocky View Schools (RVS) employees. Reporting to the Director of HR, the HR Advisor provides accurate and relevant information and advice to senior management and school administrators regarding RVS’ policies, procedures, and personnel matters. The HR Advisor maintains employee life cycle events in HRMS, conducts workplace investigations, updates policies and procedures, provides input on staffing decisions, and supports the disability and leave process for employees.
Responsibilities Include
- Advises on all areas of employee relations, including the interpretation, administration and
communication of RVS employment policies and programs, ensuring compliance with applicable
employment legislation - Informs, collaborates with, and provides guidance to all levels of RVS leadership regarding
workplace planning and staffing mobility while ensuring compliance with RVS administrative
regulations, Collective Agreement (CA), Terms of Employment (T of E), employment legislations,
and HR best practices - Coaches and advises RVS leadership, school administrators, and employees on the interpretation
of personnel policies and procedures; compensation and benefit programs; and CA and T of E - Facilitates timely resolution of support staff employee relation issues and workplace conflict
- Conducts workplace investigations and provides recommendations to the Associate Superintendent
of HR or designate - Reviews and initiates action to resolve employee concerns and escalates as appropriate
- Supports the progressive discipline processes for support staff up to and including termination as
appropriate, in consultation with RVS leadership - In collaboration with Supervisors and Disability Coordinators, supports the facilitation of
employee disability leaves, workers compensation board claims, short term and long term
disability claims, return to work planning, modified duties, and replacement staffing - Participates in special projects and provides project oversight from design through
implementation as required by the HR team and as assigned by the Director of HR and/or the
Associate Superintendent of HR - Identifies, analyzes and prepares proposals for systematic implementation of business process
changes and efficiencies within Human Resources Management System (HRMS) - Partners with HR team and supervisory staff to create and maintain HR programs and training
initiatives that promote the desired organizational culture for RVS and HR best practices - Creates, updates, and maintains job descriptions, and facilitates the job evaluation and job
appeal processes according to established guidelines - Utilizes HRMS to access, input, and compile data to support organizational decisions and
reporting requirements as required - Researches, compiles, and analyzes reports related to HR best practices
- Coordinates employee performance appraisals including coaching Supervisors on appraisal best
practices and supporting the Remediation Plan process as required
Education/Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in HR/Business Administration, or a related field
- Five or more years progressive experience in HR
- Previous HR experience within a school division or unionized environment is considered an asset
- Training and experience with workplace investigations is considered and asset
- Chartered Professional in Human Resource (CPHR) designation is considered an asset
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Knowledge and Skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge of employment legislation and current HR best practices
- Ability to coach and counsel employees and supervisors effectively utilizing outstanding
verbal/written communication, interpersonal, and public relations skills - Strong problem-solving, analytical, and conflict resolution skills
- Advanced organizational and prioritization skills
- Demonstrated ability to deal with a variety of complex and sensitive issues professionally and in
a timely manner - Ability to successfully work in a team environment as well as independently with minimal
supervision - High levels of service-oriented performance, integrity and professionalism
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications
Rocky View Schools Benefits
- 3 weeks' Vacation
- 11 Earned Days
- Hybrid (one day a week, working remotely) with Supervisor approval
- Flex Benefits Plan (Extended health, Dental, Wellness/Health Care Spending Account, Tax Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan)
- Defined Pension Plan
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Free parking
Pre-employment Requirements
- In order to be selected as a candidate for an interview, candidates must submit proof of qualifications/education as required by the position
- The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment
Open to: Internal and External applicants
Salary: $39.59- $48.10 per hour
How to Apply
We request all applications be placed through . Applications must include your cover letter, resume and contact information of three professional references.
Quote Job Code: # 3963115
Closing Date: On or before July 16, 2024, no later than 12:00 pm MST.
Rocky View Schools
Human Resources
We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is no delay in contacting you.
