Human Resource Advisor

2 days ago

High River, Town of High River, Canada Foothills County Full-time $65,000 - $90,000/year

Closing Date & Time

October 23, 2026 - 4:00pm

Status

Accepting applications

Organization

Foothills County

Location: High River, Alberta (On-site)
Foothills County is looking to add an experienced Human Resources Advisor with intermediate-level generalist experience.

As a subject matter expert with a generalist background, the Human Resources Advisor will act as a trusted advisor to employees, supervisors, and management within the organization on a wide range of HR services and issues. The successful candidate will have great interpersonal skills, a proactive and collaborative attitude, and a strong work ethic.

We are looking for a highly ethical team player who takes initiative and thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities will include full-cycle recruitment, employee onboarding and orientation, supporting change and performance management initiatives, responding to employee and labor relations issues, and handling the department's day-to-day activities.

Qualifications, Education and Experience:

  • Must possess a bachelor's degree or diploma in human resource management.
  • Requirements include three years of experience as a generalist or advisor in human resources, or five years of progressive HR-specific experience with increasing scope and responsibility.
  • A Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) certification or progress towards completion is preferred.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of the Alberta Employment Standards Code, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Human Rights Act, and WCB.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office applications and software, such as HRIS, ATS, and Avanti, is strongly desired.

Skills Required:

  • Ability to adapt to changing work environments, manage competing demands, and deal with uncertainty, delays, and unforeseen events.
  • Demonstrates a solid work ethic and sound professional judgement, including taking initiative and having a high degree of respect for discretion and confidentiality.
  • Must possess the capacity to maintain discretion and confidentiality in all business dealings undertaken.
  • Ability to exercise discretion, working directly with management and employees to ensure operational HR support services are provided in an effective manner.
  • Sound problem-solving and influencing skills, coupled with an ability to understand broad human resource issues and resolve conflict situations in a diplomatic manner.
  • Exhibit excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as meticulous attention to detail.
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment.

This competition will close on Friday, October 23, 2026.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will contact only those under consideration.