Employee Wellness Advisor

Job Title

Employee Wellness Advisor

Job Type

Replacement Term

Union

MRSA

Position Classification

SAD10 Administrative Services X

Salary Grade

$75, $95,113.20

FT or PT

Full-time

Hybrid Work

This position is eligible

Position End Date (if applicable)

4/5/2027

Location

MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)

About This Position
About the Department of Safety, Risk and Employee Wellness

The department of Safety, Risk and Employee Wellness upholds the University's commitment to provide a safe work environment for the Mount Royal community: students, employees, visitors and contractors.

Our mission is to minimize risk levels, reduce hazards and improve well-being for our community.

About The Role
Reporting to the Manager, Employee Wellness, the Employee Wellness Advisor is accountable for providing a holistic approach to employee wellness including the implementation of health promotion programming across the University. This position provides support to employees and

managers.

This is a full-time, replacement term position working 35 hours per week and is eligible for the hybrid work program, working up to two days per week remotely. This position has an expected end date of April 5, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Research, design and implement health promotion programs that integrate health promotion within University departments and operations
• Engage with benefit providers to obtain trends/data that inform health promotion initiatives and partner with these providers to participate in the offerings they provide to enhance employee wellbeing
• Collaborate with campus community stakeholders alongside the Manager, Employee Wellness to develop innovative and collaborative program offerings
• Evaluate and look for opportunities to improve programs and services by reviewing trends and analyzing metrics to support improved health outcomes
• Provide credible advice, consultation, education, and support to managers and employees in the areas of wellness
• Prepare and maintain wellness resources and communication materials
• Partner closely with the Marketing and Communications department to develop key messaging and health promotion campaigns
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years experience working in the field of workplace health promotion
• Post-secondary Bachelor Degree or equivalent
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written; capable of communicating information effectively and building positive relationships with colleagues, clients and other stakeholders
• Ability to deliver high quality, accurate work
• Strong negotiation skills in difficult situations, including the ability to influence others towards positive outcomes and ensure progress on initiatives
• Experience in facilitating presentations and delivering training is an asset
• Experience in a unionized environment or public sector environment is an asset

Salary:
$75, $95,113.20 per annum

Closing Date:
November 11, 2025

A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, ).
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page.

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify and we will work together on your accommodation request.

About MRU
Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan.

What We Offer
Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. At MRU, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. MRU offers a competitive total compensation package including learning/training paid by employer, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. Positions over six months may also be eligible for health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, and disability benefits.

Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public.