Human Resources Professional - Toronto

Take your career to the next level with a progressive Municipal Council.
Exciting opportunity for individuals with a Human Resources background.
Enjoy a competitive salary and a host of excellent benefits.
About the Town of Drayton Valley
Governed by a Mayor and six elected Councillors, The Town of Drayton Valley is a municipality in Central Alberta that is dedicated to fostering the long-term growth and sustainability of their vibrant community. With a focus on promoting public well-being, the Council is responsible for setting the overall direction for the Town through the creation and review of policies and programs, including but not limited to, public safety, utilities, business activities, land development, transportation, wildlife, and family and community services.

To effectively support the needs of the community, the Town has established a dedicated team of professionals with knowledge and expertise in a wide range of areas. Operating in a friendly, supportive, and progressive workplace, the Town empowers each employee to expand their skills and experience through the provision of training and development opportunities while also supporting a healthy work-life balance for all.

About the Opportunity
Currently, the Town of Drayton Valley is seeking an experienced Human Resources Professional to join our dedicated team in Central Alberta on a full-time basis.

As our new Human Resources Professional, you'll work collaboratively with our Human Resources Manager, Assistant CAO, and CAO as you provide leadership and support in the areas of recruitment, staffing, training & development, creation and application of policies and procedures, employee handbook modernization, and overall employee support.

More specifically your responsibilities will include:

Developing and maintaining the employee handbook.
Scheduling annual reviews as they are required.
Preparing, developing, implementing, and maintaining policies, procedures, and guidelines on various matters of employment including recruitment, promotion, compensation, and training.
Creating and maintaining various databases pertaining to human resources management.
Participating in employee recruitment including advertising, selection, interviewing, and reference checking before subsequently extending job offers.
Acting as an advisor and support to management and employees in matters of employee relations including performance evaluations, training and development, progressive discipline, conflict resolution, and the interpretation of policies, employment standards, and human rights.
Developing and ensuring job descriptions for all employees are accurate and up-to-date.
Working with department managers to identify and act on training gaps or opportunities for staff.
Working with the payroll department to monitor attendance, absences, and short and long term leave of staff.
Investigating and understanding the causes of staff absences that affect productivity and insurance premiums in order to recommend solutions designed to resolve cases of chronic attendance difficulties.
Actively participating in meetings and discussions for matters related to proposed organizational structural changes, Human Resources processes, policies, procedures, and leadership.
Providing support to department heads regarding the development and implementation of department-specific procedures.
Maintaining personnel files as required under legislated privacy requirements.
Conducting exit interviews and analyzing the resulting data in order to report trends.
Implementing employee recognition programs.
In order to qualify for this role, you'll need a post-secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration with a focus on Human Resources, or a similar field along with a minimum of 3 years of experience in various areas of Human Resources. Experience in a unionized work environment is a must as is a Class 5 Alberta drivers' license. Possessing either a CHRP or an RPR designation is considered a significant asset.

As our ideal candidate, you'll join us with excellent communication skills in both written and verbal form along with knowledge of best practice approaches when it comes to Human Resources. Your strong interpersonal skills and high level of professionalism will enable you to build up a rapport with our employees as you work to provide guidance and coach employees and management through complex, difficult, and emotionally charged issues in a constructive and confidential manner.

Above all, you'll be a hands-on individual with strong organizational and timekeeping skills who is equally comfortable working as an individual or as part of a team.

About the Benefits
In exchange for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary that is negotiable based on your qualifications, skills and experience.

As an organization that truly values the contributions of our employees, we actively support training and professional development, as well as opportunities for career advancement.

All of our employees have access to a great range of benefits, including:

Medical, Dental, and Vision.
Long and Short-Term Disability.
RRSP contributions of 2%.
Pension Plan matching of 6%.
Health care spending account of up to $250.
Flex day program.
An employee wellness program - you'll get free access for you and your family to our town gym and pool facilities.
That's not all. By joining the Town of Drayton Valley, you will be welcomed into a friendly, supportive, and family-oriented community with excellent facilities and school system.

Don't miss this great opportunity to take on a key strategic position with a progressive and respected municipal Council. Apply Now!

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