Human Resources Advisor Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 49485)

Description

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is seeking two (2) dynamic and experienced Human Resources Advisors to support the HR and labour relations functions. This dynamic, fast paced role involves supporting business areas with their HR and labour relations needs as well as providing expertise in developing and supporting strategic programs across various facets of human resources. Reporting to the Senior Labour Relations Advisor, the Human Resources Advisor provides consultative expertise and service to foster and promote a positive employee experience within the EPS. Utilizing an interest-based, problem-solving approach the Advisor will work with a team of HR Advisors and other HR professionals; supervisors and leaders from within the EPS; sworn and civilian members and our five (5) unions/associations to identify and resolve workplace issues, concerns and disputes. Responsibilities of the role will include:

• Provide advice and guidance to supervisors on the interpretation and application of relevant policies, collective agreements, legislation and other terms and conditions of employment.
• Provide advice, guidance and recommendations to supervisors and managers on a variety of HR matters including attendance management, performance management, conflict resolution and team building.
• Represent the EPS during the internal dispute resolution (grievance) process and work with inhouse legal counsel on matters that have been advanced for hearing (ex. arbitration, human rights)
• Conduct workplace investigations and workplace assessments, as well as recommend and facilitate appropriate resolutions.
• Facilitate training for supervisors on best practices in areas of performance management, discipline, grievance handling, and other employee and labour relations matters.
• Conduct classification reviews and make recommendations for EPS positions while working closely with the City of Edmonton Classification team.
• Facilitate training as needed including planning and delivering sessions for managers and employees.
• Partner with Disability Management to develop recommendations and solutions for complex return to work and duty to accommodate situations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal client groups, including employees, managers, and senior leaders, along with our HR colleague and the various unions and associations.
• Participate on HR projects and project teams to develop new and existing initiatives, programs and resources focused on improving organizational and employee effectiveness.
• Other related duties as required.