Human Resources Generalist

Homes by Avi Group of Companies is seeking a highly motivated, engaging and service orientated individual to join our team as a Human Resources Generalist. Homes by Avi has been building family homes since 1978, with home building divisions in Calgary and Edmonton. This role would be based in our Calgary Office.

Human Resources Generalist

You will work within the HR department and under the leadership of the Director of Human Resources to support the employees and managers across all of our divisions.

Who you are:
You have an extensive and well-rounded knowledge of all things HR and the ability to pivot from task to task while balancing ever-changing priorities. You are an individual who is self-motivated, focused, and works well independently while collaborating with your team. A positive outlook, good sense of humor and warm demeanor will assist with engaging your colleagues and encouraging morale.

You are a natural and articulate communicator and able to get your point across, while also using negotiation skills to find compromise in difficult situations. A strong sense of ethics and desire to always do the right thing will guide your success. You are a true generalist who thrives in a variety of disciplines; recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, training and development, benefits administration and payroll coverage.

You are interested in learning more about health and safety and working towards a National Health and Safety Administrator certification to support our health and safety efforts.

What You Will Do:

• Create training and development programs including microlearning segments.
• Support the management teams with full cycle recruitment, from posting positions, shortlisting candidates, interviewing, reference checking and onboarding & orientating new hires.
• Process employee benefits programs including RRSP plans and WCB & disability case management.
• Administer Company programs, such as loyalty awards, monthly celebrations, performance assessments, time off policies, employee recognition programs, etc.
• Provide back-up for payroll where necessary.
• Deliver monthly and annual reports, as well as any ad hoc requests.
• Provide coaching and support for the management teams in the areas of employment standards and employment law.
• Conduct incident investigations and conflict resolution.
• Develop and update Company policies and procedures, including roll-outs and reviews.
• Assist the Safety team with administrative support, filing and tracking.
• Provide HR advisory services for all employees, including prompt and efficient responses to inquiries.
• Create and distribute internal communications regarding status changes, benefits, or company policies.
• Conduct termination meetings and exit interviews with departing team members.
• Review, track, and document compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and competency assessments.

Your Qualifications – The Must Have’s:

• 5+ years of professional experience as a HR Generalist.
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources.
• Certified Professional Human Resources (CPHR).
• Intermediate level of understanding of payroll and payroll/HR software programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of confidentiality and discretion.
• Ability to independently manage multiple deadlines and diverse projects.
• Ability to manage high priority/urgent requests, adapt to changing priorities.
• Self-motivator with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Additional Skills – The Nice to Have’s:

• Experience with UKG (Ultimate Software) software program.
• Experience in the home-building or construction industry.
• National Health & Safety Administrator certification.

Education:
Bachelor's degree or better in Human Resource Administration or related field.