Human Resource Consultant

**BACKGROUND**:
SCO provides competitive compensation and excellent pension and benefits, as well as a positive work environment.

**OVERVIEW**:
Reporting to the Director Human Resources, the Human Resource Consultant provides guidance and advice on human resource functions as well as strategic and timely support in day-to-day human resource activities, this includes management support, performance management, attendance management, progressive discipline, recruitment, and selection.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Act as an internal consultant by analyzing and recommending solutions to a variety of human resources and employee relations issues.
- Provide coaching and guidance to managers/supervisors in resolving people issues and people management practices.
- Handles workplace accommodation matters and return to work programs.
- Provide counseling to employees regarding employment and benefits issues related to, for example, Disability and Rehabilitation, leave of absence, etc.
- Provide information and advice on promotions, transfers, employee career advancement or enrichment, etc.
- Track benefits, probationary periods, doctor’s notes, work restrictions, sick time and make necessary changes/amendments when required.
- Provide managers/supervisors with staff probationary dates, anniversary dates and any salary increase information.
- Maintain and update manual and computerized filing and registration systems, Human Resource Management System (HRMS), and compile and prepare reports and documents relating to human resources activities.
- Conduct exit interviews.
- Provide back-up support to the HR Team

**EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Commerce or equivalent combination of experience and education
- Minimum of 5 - 7 years’ experience performing a broad range of Human Resource functions including, employee relations, labor relations, and staffing
- Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation will be considered an asset.
- Current knowledge of standards and legislation as they relate to human resource management.
- Experience resolving complex employee relations issues, working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, diversity, performance management.
- Fluency in payroll and benefits plans and administration.
- Experience in the administration of workplace safety and health programs and compliance.
- Strong understanding of HRMS, an ability to run reports and navigate systems.
- An ability to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to proactively organize and manage a high volume of time sensitive tasks and work.
- Exemplary interpersonal, communication and influencing skills.
- Excellent mentoring and relationship building skills.
- Functions effectively as a team member, demonstrating emotional stability and objectivity when dealing with challenging/changing work environments.
- Ability to speak Dakota or Anishinaabe language an asset.

**OTHER REQUIREMENTS**:

- Must provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

**CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Friday, September 20th, 2024, at 4:30 PM CST**

Please submit a cover letter and resume to:
Human Resources

Southern Chiefs’ Organization

202-600 Empress Street

Winnipeg, MB R3G 0L5

**Please self-identify in your cover letter.**

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

Pay: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Human resources: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-09-20