HR Generalist

**HR Generalist**
FT, Calgary, AB

EFC Group serves as a trusted provider of shared management services to a consortium of companies, empowering them to streamline operations, minimize expenses, and concentrate on their primary objectives. Our expertise lies in delivering comprehensive shared services across a spectrum of vital functions, encompassing executive leadership, finance, human resources, safety, and IT. By centralizing these critical operations, we enable our clients to optimize resources, enhance efficiency, and achieve sustainable growth.

EFC Group takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of employment equity. We value diversity in our workforce and have made a commitment to ensure equitable representation of women, indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities at all occupational levels within our workforce. We believe that the diversity of our employees strengthens the company and furthers both individual and company successes. EFC Group is committed to inclusivity, equity, and accessibility in the selection of our teams and throughout employment. If you require accommodation during the recruiting process, please let us know.

Our Calgary Head Office is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support our diverse operating companies. This is a full-time, in office position.

**Responsibilities**:

- Support for Supervisors and Managers: Act as first point of contact and face of HR regarding HR functions for assigned client group(s):

- Provide full cycle recruitment and onboarding services for frontline positions.
- Provide guidance and administration of employment changes and departures.
- Consult with supervisors/managers on the interpretation and administration of Human Resources programs, policies, and processes.
- Consult with supervisors/managers on employee relations including coaching and development, performance management, and discipline.
- Initiate and participate in investigations as required in consultation with HR Manager and HR Advisor.
- Support for Employees: Act as HR’s first point of contact for employees regarding concerns or questions, review and/or investigate as required, and work with supervisors and managers to resolve matters.
- Conduct employee surveys and exit interviews.
- Disability Management:

- Partner with employee, management, safety, and HR regarding WCB administration, disability management programs and employee leaves including time off, medical documentation, employee accommodations and return to work programs.
- Complete WCB reporting within required reporting deadlines.
- Submit and manage disability claims with EFC’s Group Benefit provider.
- Interface with payroll and benefits administration, ensuring all required processes and paperwork are completed.
- Track all leave of absences and modified work accommodations through to return to work or return to full duties.
- Programs/Policy/Procedures/Training:

- Participate in the review, development, and implementation of programs, policies, procedures and training that result in a stronger organizational position, alignment with corporate values, compliance with relevant provincial and federal legislation/regulations, and achievement of business/operational objectives.
- Actively participate in administration of pay and employment equity programs.
- Actively participate in career development programs.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR systems and practices throughout the organization.
- Maintain a tidy and orderly work area exhibiting pride in work performance and contributing to a healthy and safe work environment.
- Ensure exceptional, courteous and respectful customer service.
- Comply with and participate in the Company’s Health & Safety and Quality programs and initiatives.
- Perform any other duties as required.

**Experience and Qualifications**:

- Certificate or Degree in Human Resources (or current enrolment in program).
- Minimum of two years of human resources experience in a coordinator or generalist capacity; requires ability and willingness to do ‘hands-on’ generalist and administrative duties.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain an YYC airport RAIC (security clearance)
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
- Strong relationship building skills and ability to function effectively in teams.
- Flexibility and proven experience in balancing competing priorities and juggling a variety of responsibilities.
- Experience and knowledge of Canada Labour Code regulations and Federal Labour standards and regulations is preferred.
- Strong problem solving and decision-making skills, including the ability to exercise independent judgment.
- Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills, with high attention to detail.
- Self-motivated and self-directed with a demonstrated ability to work with mini