Human Resources Associate

**Department** HRHSE Partnerships

**Hours per week** **Posted date** September 13, 2024

**Closing date** September 20, 2024

**Position Type** Full Time

**Description**:
**This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.**

This position has an end date of May 1, 2026. In accordance with the Handbook of Employment for Management and Professional Staff (Excluded), this full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package that can be viewed on our Benefits Overview page and annual salary range which will be commensurate with qualifications.

**Location - **North Campus and Enterprise Square. This role is eligible for the Work from Home Program and will be a hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person.

**Working at the University of Alberta**
- The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community._

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

**About Human Resources, Health, Safety and Environment**:

- “Hire great people and give them freedom to be awesome.” — Andrew Mason_

Thriving organizations are built on people. The Human Resources, Health Safety and

Environment (HRHSE) portfolio is composed of exceptional people creating a people focused culture to support the institution's vision.

We are committed to questioning the status quo, driving excellence, and leading with purpose. We lead with purpose in creating a workplace culture that supports the institution in strengthening its core teaching, research, community engagement, and student enrichment experience.

HRHSE is a values based portfolio; we incorporate our values of trust, accountability, relationship building and safety in everything we do. Our employees are committed to living our values and are grounded in the conviction that leadership should be demonstrated, encouraged and supported at all levels of the institution.

In HRHSE, we are made up of six teams that are responsible for providing the highest quality services to our campus community; Total Rewards, Talent Management, Organizational Development, Health, Safety and Environment, Employee and Labour Relations, and HR Service Partnerships.

Join our practical, results-driven, energized, and engaged team and see firsthand how we live our values, drive change and lead with purpose

**Department Summary**

At the U of A, safety is central to how we work, study, and conduct research. Our Health

Safety and Environment team plays a key role in promoting and maintaining safety as a core value. Building a robust and sustainable safety culture where everyone owns their safety performance and that of others, HSE leverages its expertise to enhance the health, safety and environmental well-being of the university community.

**Position Summary**

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Human Resources Associate to join our dynamic HR Service Partnership team. Under the leadership of a Senior Human Resources Partner (SHRP), the HR Associate (HRA) will work alongside HR Partners and Shared Services to provide HR generalist services. This role will provide consultative services on uncomplex employee/labour relations matters, support HR operations in collaboration with Shared Services, and works with the HR CoEs to implement HR programs and initiatives.

**Duties**

**1. Human Resources Operations**:

- Support departments/faculties in HR Operations in collaboration with the Shared Services.
- Analyze trends and recommend process improvements to the Senior HR Partner.
- Communicate proactively with Finance and HR Partners to address emerging issues in a timely manner.
- Escalate employment, benefits and payroll-related issues to Shared Services for various employee types and support staff, graduate assistants, academic teaching staff, casual appointments, and temporary appointments.
- Participate in assigned projects, committees, and cohorts.

**2. Talent Acquisition**:

- Provide advice and support for end-to-end recruitment process working with the appropriate stakeholders.
- Assist in the recruitment and selection of tenure-track faculty positions.
- Support duty to accommodate and recall processes in collaboration with Shared Services.
- Facilitate onboarding of new employees, providing necessary tools and resources.
- Coordinate non-Canadian hires and support relocation pr