New Job Consultant, Human Resources In Ontario

JOB SUMMARY

The HR Business Services Branch operates as an internal consulting practice, working closely with business leaders and managers to support business strategy and sustained performance. As the primary contact to the client group, each unit provides proactive, strategic and operational advice to managers and staff in the following areas: business people strategy and analytics, business workforce planning and implementation, organizational design and job evaluation, talent acquisition, performance management, workplace safety, organizational health, disability management, accommodations and WSIB.

You are responsible for providing expertise and guidance to an assigned department or departments across a variety of human resource areas, including talent management, human resource management and employment systems, and employee relations. You support the advancement and execution of the client department’s human resources strategic objectives and people priorities by providing individual case management advice and guidance to manager

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of 4 year university degree in human resources, business administration or a related field

Minimum of 3 years of related experience in a variety of HR functional areas with an emphasis on client and business solutions, preferably in a unionized environment

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• General knowledge of a range of HR programs and services, including talent management, performance management, attendance management, accommodation, labour relations, occupational health and safety, job evaluation, compensation, organization design, salary administration, training and development, human resource management and employment systems
• Applicable employment legislation, collective agreements, human resources standards and best practices, policies and procedures, as well as market and industry trends
• Computerized information systems used in human resources applications
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the City’s core values of integrity, transparency, impartiality, respect and accountability at work
• Demonstrates tact, diplomacy and discretion, and maintains strict confidentiality
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize, set schedules, meet deadlines, handle multiple projects/activities and competing demands, and deliver results in a changing work environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact cooperatively, effectively and efficiently with staff
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment to achieve corporate, departmental and branch goals
• Business acumen and competence to develop credibility with all levels of management
• Ability to understand operational demands and conceptualize plans, gather and analyze data, compile information, and present in an impactful way to help clients make effective business decisions
• Ability to work collaboratively and build rapport with others
• Performs effectively in a multi-disciplinary work environment by demonstrating professionalism, initiative and enthusiasm for each assignment
• Creative problem solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement and enhancing the client experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication and listening skills
• Proficiency at an intermediate/advanced level using a variety of computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP & Analytical Software), to produce documents, spreadsheets, reports and presentations