Human Resources Business Partner

Employee Group:
**Administration/Management**
- Workplace Type:
**Hybrid**
- Hours of Work (BCGEU):
- # of openings:
**2**
- Hours Per Week (BCGEU):
- Pay Level:
**8 - Administrative Salary Grid - $72,008 to $105,612**
- Days of Work (BCGEU):
- Employment Type:
**Permanent Full Time**
- Internal Closing Date:
**Open Until Filled**
- Travel Frequency:
**Occasional travel between campuses is required.**
- External Closing Date:
**Open Until Filled**
- Competition ID:
**3281**

**Kwantlen Polytechnic University**

KPU offers all learners opportunities to achieve success in a diverse range of programs that blend theory and practice, critical understanding, and social and ethical awareness necessary for good citizenship and rewarding careers. KPU strives to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU’s people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning.

**JOB OVERVIEW: HUMAN RESOURCES BUSINESS PARTNER**

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE**
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or related field. CPHR designation considered an asset.
- Minimum of three years of progressively responsible HR generalist experience in a large, complex multi-union organization, including experience in recruitment, benefits, human resources advice, administration and interpretation of collective agreements, and human resources information systems (HRIS). Must be comfortable reading and interpreting collective agreement language.
- Preference for HR experience gained in the public sector and/or post-secondary.
- Experience supporting and fostering equitable, diverse and inclusive environments.
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

**COMPETENCIES**
- Developed skills in coaching managers, facilitation, and relationship management.
- Direct experience and proven track-record in the delivery of processes, tools, and programs.
- Excellent computer skills with proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, database and HRIS software.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, verbal and written.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with employees and the public on a diverse range of matters. Proven conflict resolution skills which incorporate a strategic and collaborative approach to employee relations issues in alignment with KPU’s goals and objectives.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Proven ability to identify and recommend creative solutions.
- Demonstrated ability to work with considerable independence, initiative and discretion.
- Excellent time management and organization skills, with the proven ability to prioritize based on organizational requirements, and to meet the demands of a high-volume portfolio.
- Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, tact and discretion when dealing with sensitive and confidential information.
- Ability to advise, recommend and present requirements and solutions to complex problems and manage ambiguity.
- Ability to promote and contribute to team goals, and achieve objectives ensuring optimal use of resources; and demonstrated professionalism, integrity, ethical behaviour and commitment to the values of KPU.
- Self-starter who thrives in a fun, dynamic and action-oriented environment
- Intercampus travel is required. Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required.

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**Salary Information**

The compensation range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary (as listed above) for a position. Approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and approximately halfway of the salary range for a job. Annual salary increases are available through participation in the Administrative Performance Management program

**Why Join KPU?**
- Recognized as one of B.C.'s Top Employers
- KPU is committed to actively fostering an equitable and inclusive working environment
- Competitive compensation
- Hybrid environment, flexible work around core hours
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan - College Pension Plan
- Extended Medical, Dental, Healthcare Spending Account, Sick Leave, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Optional Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Emergency Travel Assistance, Employee and Family Assistance Program, Teledoc
- Professional Development Days: up to 10 days paid per year
- Maternity and parental leave top-up
- Generous vacation package
- Campus work environment, outdoor sitting areas and nearby walking trails
- Campus athletic and fitness centers with a variety of instructor-led classes
- Tuition waiver program - eligible to waive tuition costs of courses at KPU equivalent to 3 credits per semester
- Inhouse training