Human Resources Generalist

The Position

Under the general supervision of the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Generalist must perform a range of Human Resources related duties that include:

1. Assisting with ensuring the overall administration, coordination, and evaluation of the shíshálh Nation Human Resources plans and programs.
2. Handling employee-related services and ensuring regulatory compliance and employee relations.
3. Providing support to department managers.

The Candidate

Key responsibilities include:

1. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with managers, staff, and external service providers related to human resources programs.
2. Investigating accidents thoroughly and effectively in collaboration with department managers to ensure accident claims are appropriately processed with the applicable recommendations and reports.
3. Coordinating and organizing the scheduling and delivery of all mandatory health and safety training, ensuring training is current and maintaining up-to-date records.
4. Assisting with the designing of job descriptions, job postings, and placing of job advertisements.
5. Providing coaching, advice, and assistance on HR matters to all employees and managers as required.
6. Investigating employee relations issues (employee complaints and harassment allegations) in accordance with all legal requirements.
7. Working with the relevant manager to screen and interview candidates.
8. Updating, maintaining, and presenting safety orientation and training for all new employees to ensure a complete and effective understanding of potential risks and expected behaviours within the workplace.
9. Chairing the Occupational Health and Safety Committee (OHSC) and developing, maintaining, and communicating all related documentation, including the agenda and minutes, with the assistance of the Co-Chairs.
10. Following-up with managers to ensure proper orientation and training are provided.
11. Drafting various forms, letters, and reports as necessary.
12. Performing all other tasks within the scope of the position and as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

Applicants should possess:

1. A post-secondary degree or diploma with an HR focus, supplemented by at least 4 years of similar experience, preferably in an Indigenous organization, or an acceptable combination of equivalent education, training, or experience in related fields.
2. A CHRP designation would be an asset.
3. Relevant legislation and regulations including knowledge of Employment Standards, Human Rights, Accessibility, and Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
4. Considerable knowledge of Human Resources activities, including health & safety, recruitment, orientation, investigation processes, and employee relations; excellent computer skills.
5. A professional and ethical presentation; effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
6. An acceptable Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and a valid Driver’s License.