Director of Human Resources

2 months ago


Calgary, Alberta, Canada J. Kinski Full time

Job Title: Director of Human Resources

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Human Resources to lead our People Services team. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day functioning of our Human Resources department, including staffing, new store openings, HR Operations, Performance Management, Investigations, Training, Onboarding, Employee Relations, and more.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan, organize, and execute day-to-day activities of the HR department with a team of HR Generalists, HR/Payroll Administrator, and Retail Recruitment Lead.
  • Oversee staffing, new store openings, and HR Operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Determine staffing requirements and oversee the retail internal promotion process for retail cannabis and accessories distribution business.
  • Develop performance goals, metrics, and targets that are consistent with company goals.
  • Administer progressive disciplinary action in accordance with established procedures and coach team members of HR team on execution of HR tasks.
  • Plan human resources requirements in conjunction with other departmental managers.
  • Conduct employee performance evaluations and provide employees with performance feedback.
  • Determine areas of improvement for HR employees, providing additional training to HR team as needed.
  • Implement solid process improvements for scalability and diligence in various HR functions and processes.
  • Conduct workplace investigations and resolve any conflicts that arise among staff in the department, including managing relationships with most unions and union representatives.
  • Ensure employees adhere to all health and safety regulations, including company policies.
  • Develop strategic performance metrics and targets that are consistent with company goals.
  • Ensure that all employees comply with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
  • Oversee employee complaints and incidents, including conflict resolution, accidents, health and safety concerns, work refusals, and investigations.
  • Develop employee training, ensuring that all applicable compliance requirements are met for retail cannabis business in Canada across all provinces.
  • Provide leadership and coaching to managers and employees on key workplace matters such as performance management, difficult conversations, employee relations, and employee development.
  • Monitor assigned payroll activities and program components for the purpose of ensuring effective department functioning, coordinating activities, and compliance with established financial, legal, and administrative requirements.
  • Participate and oversee the payroll audit on quarterly and annual basis and ensure HR and payroll processes are SOX compliant.

Requirements:

  • Retail industry HR Management experience an asset.
  • Degree in human resources management, or related field required.
  • Minimum 10 - 15 years of progressive HR management work experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to meet strategic objectives for HR and the organization.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage HR teams and functions in a public company, preferably a regulated public company.
  • Able to make sound business decisions and evidence-based recommendations to senior management.
  • Superior leadership skills, staff management, and teambuilding skills.
  • Computer literacy, including advanced skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
  • Solid foundation in employment law and legislation.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of cannabis sector an asset.

What We Offer:

  • A competitive compensation plan will accompany the successful candidate, including comprehensive benefits plan effective immediately.
  • We are building, growing, and driven to grow.
  • Positioned to be a globally recognized brand in our industry.


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