Selkirk College is committed to building an environment that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, provides culturally safe spaces and empowers underrepresented voices. We are proud of the Indigenization Plan and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan that guide our work, and we actively seek to hire candidates whose values and experiences align with the principles and goals of these plans.

We recognize the need for interventions to overcome systemic barriers to enable inclusion, participation and belonging for individuals with diverse lived experiences. Candidates who don’t have the exact experience or credentials listed in a job posting should still consider applying for roles where they think they’d make a great fit. We are looking for more than what a resumé can show.

Human Resources Advisor

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Identifies and implements Human Resources practices that meet Colleges strategic goals with innovative approaches and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Promotes and works with members of the College and community on Human Resources programs, strategies, and measures to ensure a safe and engaged work environment in alignment with applicable policy and legislation.
• Participates in the design, development and implementation of College-wide compliance policies and procedures and supporting resources to ensure a diverse, inclusive and equitable work and study environment for employees and students.
• Advises and participates in the progressive discipline process as required.
• Participates in and contributes to college-wide planning and initiatives; develops and maintains reporting required under applicable policies.
• Administers policies and collective agreements including representing the College in the grievance process and preparation for bargaining.
• Advises to College community regarding content and interpretation of collective agreements, policies, legislation, and protocols within the College.
• Promotes effective job evaluation, professional development opportunities, and awareness of recognition/rewards initiatives for all employee groups; works with stakeholders to ensure ongoing promotion and training.
• Mediates discussions between employer and employee representatives in attempt to reconcile differences.
• Investigates and evaluates workplace complaints or arguments to determine viability.
• Contributes to the overall planning and administration of the Human Resources Operational Plan.
• Provides advice to faculty, staff and administrators regarding labour and employee relations.
• Assists Executive Director and Manager in matters effecting the College including matters pertaining to Employment Standards Branch and Human Rights.
• Effectively deals with disputes arising as a result of interpretation of collective agreements and excluded staff policies.
• Provides support for Labour/Management Committees as required.
• Undertakes a leadership role in maintaining effective union and management relationships across the College, working with union representatives to resolve problems collaboratively and effectively.
• Provides information and data to support to the Executive Director and Manager Human Resources; attends provincial and local committees, task forces, advisory committees as assigned.
• Disseminates information with others in the College in regard to potential or emerging issues, concerns and opportunities.
• Advises the Executive Director and Manager Human Resources about labor/human resource-related developments and trends that may have an impact on the College, the President, or the Board, both immediately and in the future.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• 3-5 years’ experience in Human resources preferably in a unionized environment.
• Experience in the public sector considered an asset.
• Experience in coaching and advising; strong influencing skills.
• Ability to interpret collective agreement language and apply best practices in the Human Resources field.
• Experience in facilitating and collaborating in group settings.
• Experience in change management initiatives.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor degree or diploma in Human Resources or Business Management, or other relevant combination of education and experience will be considered; coaching certification and/or experience considered an asset.
• Ability to travel to multiple campus locations as required.

This is a temporary, full-time (100%) maternity-leave replacement position commencing approximately October 28, 2024, and ending February 27, 2026, or upon the return of the incumbent. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Administrative Staff and Benefit Program. Based on qualifications and experience, the compensation is in accordance with the Exempt Compensation Framework which is aligned with Selkirk’s compensation philosophy. As such, the position will be placed on Grid Level 8 between the minimum and control/mid-point ($74,168.00 – $98,891.00).