Business Partner, People
4 weeks ago
About Olds College of Agriculture and Technology
Founded in 1913, Olds College has been offering quality hands-on education for over a century. Through our regular programming, continued education, and online and blended programming, we provide accessible educational opportunities within Alberta and beyond. We work closely with industry to advance and adapt our programming to ensure our graduates have the skills to succeed.
At Olds College we value our people and are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. Olds College provides quality education in an environment that is designed to promote academic excellence and student success. There are many reasons to join Olds College and build a meaningful career in a community that is innovative, diverse and welcoming. Everything we do at Olds College is done to advance all aspects of the agriculture and agri-food community. All of our programs and actions align to our social purpose, “Transforming agriculture for a better world”. Our mission is to ensure Alberta's agriculture community has the talent, knowledge, and thought leadership to lead globally.
The Opportunity: Full-time, permanent, Business Partner, People and Culture
Purpose of Position:
The People and Culture Business Partner is a core role within the People and Culture department at Olds College, providing frontline consultative services to ensure progressive people practices and the development of a sustainable workforce capability in support of the College’s strategic direction . The Business Partner works collaboratively to provide expert advisory support on all aspects of human resource management with a strong focus on building relationships with Schools/Departments, understanding their specific needs and assisting with execution of strategy and objectives. The Business Partner is responsible for providing proactive consultation, recommendations, and services to designated client groups.
The incumbent maintains and applies up-to-date knowledge of the Human Resources industry and best practices relevant to the area of responsibility. The Business Partner will lead efforts to resolve complex employee and labour relations issues in consultation with internal and external partners. The incumbent supports leadership in advancing the academic mission of the College while integrating the people strategy into day to day operations. Reporting to the Manager, People and Culture the Business Partner, People and Culture will work at a strategic level as a highly valued business partner and trusted advisor to the College community. The incumbent will possess a strong foundational skillset in and generalist knowledge of Human Resources.
The incumbent provides strategic advising and consultative services to leaders with respect to all aspects of human resource management including, but not limited to talent acquisition and management, employee and labour relations, organizational effectiveness, change management, performance management, employee experience management, and compensation and benefits.
The main purpose of the role is to provide credible and expert HR advice, apply sound judgment, negotiate boundaries, and manage projects, complex issues and conflicts regarding HR issues impacting academic, operational and support staff. The Business Partner, People and Culture will work with other College stakeholders to design and deliver quality programs and services to support Schools and Departments. This position also provides proactive leadership and guidance to management in maintaining a positive relationship with the Union and Faculty Association. The Business Partner must be able to work at all levels within the HR discipline, strategic, operational and tactical.
Leading special projects on behalf of People and Culture or clients will be important for success. The Business Partner promotes employee engagement initiatives across the College and at the client department level demonstrates strong communication, relationship management and problem-solving skills.
Additional areas of practice such as: diversity and inclusion, well-being and quality of worklife, People and Culture policy and Collective Agreement interpretation and employee disability management and accommodation are also required for the role.
Please see attached job profile for a detailed description of the role.
Key Job Functions:
Strategic Leadership
Develop strategic HR goals/plans supporting client’s attainment of business strategies and operational goals including research and learning objectives (i.e. formal comprehensive, strategic plans). Reduce Institutional and School/Department risks associated with potential grievances or disputes by identifying, investigating, proposing and implementing appropriate solutions.Relationship Management
Support senior leadership in providing and interpreting HR information required for vital decision making and budget preparation (i.e. People and Culture standards, ad-hoc reports, succession planning). Lead other functional areas of HR to reflect client needs and understand/implement People and Culture policies, programs and procedures.Customer Service
Lead complex matters such as grievances, terminations, return to work planning and accommodation.Manage and resolve escalated, high profile and complex HR issues.Communicate People and Culture policies, programs and procedures to ensure School/Department understanding and commitment.Manage the delivery of People and Culture services and processes to meet the needs of Schools/Departments and all applicable Service Level agreements.Talent Acquisition
In collaboration with leadership, lead and develop strategic workforce plans that will help Schools/Departments deliver on strategies and expected outcomes. This involves mapping out the Institution’s needs with respect to current and future workforce, skills and knowledge that is or will be needed to meet current and future business needs, taking into consideration size, shape, costs and agility of the organization. Lead full-cycle recruitment and selection activities.Management
Lead, mentor, and coach the Administrator and Operations and Systems Specialist, People and Culture in the development of knowledge, experience and skills in support of HR services, processes, policies and programs (i.e job shadowing, coaching, mentoring, formal learning, on the job experience, etc).Innovation
Measure, monitor and improve upon the provision of HR services, processes, policies and programs to enhance productivity, efficiency, customer service and overall college and School/Department performance (i.e formal surveys, verbal feedback, value-added services).Change Agent
Lead and manage change in support of School/Department and/or Institutional business strategies.Compliance
Provide HR advice, services and support which comply with appropriate legislation, governing policies and procedures and collective agreements.Ensure compliance with the College values, code of conduct and FOIP.Environmental health and safety:
Ensure compliance with all work conducted is in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety policy, procedures and legislation.Education/Experience/Skills/Knowledge Required:
A diploma or degree in a related field is required. Bachelor Degree in Human Resources is preferred.5 to 7 years of diverse HR Generalist background required with extensive experience or specialization in one or more of the following areas; Diversity & Inclusion, Organizational Effectiveness, Change Management preferred. Experience working in a post-secondary and unionized environment are preferred.An equivalent combination of relevant education, skills and experience will be considered.
Skills and additional requirements:
Effective written and verbal communication skills along with exceptional interpersonal skills. Confident and articulate in delivering presentations. Skilled in active listening, and adept in engaging and persuading audiences.
Strong project management and organizational skillsDemonstrate sound judgment and decision making abilitiesAbility to facilitate and present information and trainingAbility to conduct research, analyze and interpret information and data. Able to give and to receive constructive feedback and to deliver difficult informationEffective consulting, negotiation and influencing skillsDemonstrate flexibility in communication style, format and content when presented with unanticipated informationDemonstrate ability to effectively build and utilize a network of people and resources internal and external to Olds College to support professional growth and development and increase capacity to accomplish work objectives.Ability to develop recommendations for and achieve results through others over whom there is no formal authorityAbility to teach, train, develop or improve the skills of others by effectively coaching and guiding them.Ability to deal with sensitive situations/issues that require high standards of integrity (and test commitment to truth, purpose, trust and confidentiality)Must be proficient in using basic computer programs and applications on a regular basis (including: word processing, graphics, spreadsheet applications, and HRIS systems related to HR and finance)Technical expertise and knowledge of best practice in a broad range of HR areas including, but not limited to:Employee and Labour Relations, Talent Management and Organizational Development, Compensation and Total Rewards, Staff Wellness and Disability Management.Knowledge of applicable Human Resource legislation, policies and practices. i.e. Public Service Employee Relations Act, Alberta Employment Standards Code, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Human Rights Legislation, Occupational Health and Safety Act.Conditions of Employment:
Current Criminal Reference check that is free of any offenses.Must actively promote respect in the workplace and health & safety policies.Olds College offers a competitive benefit plan:
Defined Benefit Pension Plan (LAPP)
Extended Health, Dental, and Prescription Drugs benefits
Health/Personal Spending Account
Generous Vacation Leave
Paid Holiday Closure
‘Olds College in the Community’ volunteer leave
Professional development and opportunities for growth
Please apply by September 3, 2024.
We thank all individuals for their interest in this position. We appreciate the time involved for candidates in the application process. At this time, please note only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Olds College is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and persons of any sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
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