Human Resources Generalist Jobs

Dartmouth, NSFull-time$50696.00-$63370.00/year

Maternity Leave Replacement - one year

Halifax Harbour Bridges (HHB) maintains and operates the Angus L. MacDonald and A. Murray MacKay Bridges that span Halifax Harbour.With annual traffic volume in excess of 32 million crossings HHB’s mission is to provide safe, efficient and reliable cross-harbour transportation infrastructure in a cost effective manner.HHB employees take pride in the bridges, and are motivated, results-driven individuals who enjoy challenges and are committed to continuous learning.

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, and providing support to the Safety Manager, the Human Resource Generalist is accountable to support the development and administration of a range of human resources and safety programs and processes.This includes but is not limited to: providing day-to-day human resource advice and counsel to managers/supervisors to resolve HR issues; supporting key HR projects that positively contribute to HHB; effectively implementing HR and Safety policies, procedures and programs.

This position is responsible for the coordination and administration of a range of HR and Safety programs and processes including but not limited to:

• Assisting the HR Manager in implementing HR projects and initiatives;
• Performing other duties as assigned.
• Full-cycle recruitment and onboarding;
• Employee and labour relations;
• Performance management and coaching;
• Exit interviews and off-boarding;
• Policy and procedure interpretation and implementation;
• Adherence to the terms and conditions of two collective agreements;

Qualifications

• Project management skills
• Post Secondary education or the equivalent
• Experience working with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) such as Payworks, Peoplesoft, etc
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, building and maintaining a network of working relationships with both internal and external clients and stakeholders
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Applications)
• Highly organized multi-tasker, self-motivated, detail focused, and able to work without direct supervision or extensive direction.
• Strong understanding of legislation related to Human Resources Management;with an understanding of Occupational Health and Safety regulations and legislation
• 5-10 years’ experience in Human Resources; ideally in Staffing/Recruitment and Labour Relations with some Occupational Health and Safety accountabilities
• Experienced in data compilation, tracking, collation, analysis and report development
• Strong professional and ethical standards, integrity, objectivity and confidence
• Experience in the development and implementation of administrative and operational policies/procedures, training content, planning documentation

Working Conditions

This position requires the incumbent to work in both an office environment with minimal physical effort demands; and at times in an operationalenvironment. Due to the nature of this position, mental stress varies as this position is required to respond to urgent situations, troubleshoot issues, and deal with employee issues and matters that can be highly complex and time sensitive. Sensory attention is required for a large and significant amount of reading, processing detailed documents, tracking and developing database and statistical data, developing reports and observing and listening.

How to Apply:

If interested, please submit your resume, cover letter and completed pre-screening questions below to [email protected]

Prescreen Questions

Are you legally able to work in Canada?

• Yes
• No

At a certain stage of the selection process you will be required to provide professional references, will that be a problem?

• No
• Yes

Have you been employed at this company before?

• Yes
• No

Do you have 5-10 years experience in Staffing/Recruitment duties within a Human Resources Office?

• Yes
• No

Do you have 4 to 6 years experience in Labour/Staff Relations working in a Human Resources Office.

• No
• Yes

Open Until A Suitable Candidate is Found

HHB appreciates all applications; however only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Employment Equity Statement:

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the communities we serve.At Halifax Harbour Bridges (HHB), we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and All Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women or Persons in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged toself-identifyon your electronic application.

The collection of self-identification data is a central piece of HHB commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI). This data provides information on the diversity of the population applying for employment with us. This information increases HHB's capacity to monitor our progression on increasing EDI in our recruitment. Employment Equity Statement:

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the communities we serve.At Halifax Harbour Bridges (HHB), we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and All Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women or Persons in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged toself-identifyon your electronic application.

The collection of self-identification data is a central piece of HHB commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI). This data provides information on the diversity of the population applying for employment with us. This information increases HHB's capacity to monitor our progression on increasing EDI in our recruitment.

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