Human Resources Advisor

Lakeland College’s vibrant people culture focuses on providing exceptional service to our Students, Community and Employees. Located one and a half hours from Edmonton, in the town of Vermilion, Alberta, employees enjoy the small-town feel with the amenities of a city that overlooks the Vermilion provincial park.

Over the past years, the HR department has focused on continuing to build strong relationships through focusing on customer service and looking at continually improving the services we offer. With this in mind, we are looking to add a new teammate to help continue our journey to helping our employees excel in providing a world-class education.

The position that Lakeland is currently looking for is the **Human Resources Advisor.**

As a global leader in student-managed learning opportunities, we are committed to developing leaders at Lakeland College. It’s something we excel at because of our exceptional team. Their passion and commitment to academic excellence, innovation and achievement is what sets Lakeland apart, as an educator and an employer. Join our team and be part of helping our students take the lead not only into the future, but today.

**Human Resources Advisor - 1675**

Join the team at Lakeland College, a world-renowned leader in student-led learning, and be a part of developing the next generation of leaders. Located in Vermilion, Alberta, a small town with a big heart, this affordable community perfectly balances rural and urban living, surrounded by the stunning Vermilion Provincial Park, excellent schools and just a short 1.5-hour drive from Edmonton.

Join Our Team as an HR Advisor and Help Shape the Future of Education

Are you passionate about helping employees thrive and driving organizational success? We’re looking for a dynamic HR Advisor to support our mission of delivering a world-class hands-on education by empowering our team members to excel.

Our HR department has spent the past few years transforming, focusing on strong relationships, superior customer service, and a culture of continuous improvement. As our HR Advisor, you’ll play a pivotal role in partnering with academic schools and departments to offer expert advice on a wide range of employee-related matters. From labor relations to talent development, your work will directly impact the growth of our people and organization.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Be the go-to HR partner for academic schools and departments, advising on daily HR functions and ensuring smooth operations.
- Lead efforts in:

- Labour Relations: Navigate union dynamics and foster positive working environments.
- Recruitment & Onboarding: Help us attract and onboard the best talent.
- Performance Management: Drive success through effective coaching and performance management strategies.
- Employee Development: Support continuous learning and growth for our staff.
- Compensation & Benefits: Guide fair compensation decisions.
- Process Improvement & Workplace Planning: Innovate and improve processes that set us up for long-term success.
- Strategic Support: Play a key role in supporting broader HR strategy initiatives.

**Job Requirements**
- A degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (CPHR designation is a bonus)
- 2-3 years of HR generalist experience (public sector experience or work in unionized environments are a plus)
- A customer-service mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate change with confidence and creativity.

**Keys to Your Success**
- You’ll be part of a mission-driven organization, shaping the future of education.
- The opportunity to grow your HR career by working on diverse and meaningful projects.
- A collaborative, innovative team that values your ideas and expertise.

**Additional Information**

Ready to make an impact? Join us on our journey to excellence and help us create a thriving workplace that supports our employees and students alike

This is a Full-time Continuing Administrative appointment on the Vermilion campus commencing as soon as possible. Lakeland College offers an attractive pension, remuneration, and benefit package.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $60,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Vermilion, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Human resources: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person