The Town of Okotoks is offering a dynamic position within a work environment where communication, accountability and collaboration are core values required to support internal and external customers by providing an exceptional level of customer service. The Town of Okotoks fosters a culture of shared accountability through our collaboratively developed “Habits of Execution”, which empower employees to focus on organizational outcomes and support a high performance culture. We have a strong focus on health and safety, and strive for a culture of wellness, inclusion and organizational excellence.
The Opportunity:
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Human Resources Manager to join the Human Resources team within the People, Policy & Technology Sub-Division and Community Safety & Organizational Excellence Division. Reporting to the People, Policy & Technology Manager, the Human Resources Manager will be responsible for work such as:
- Planning and executing all aspects of the Human Resources business centre, including employee and labour relations, training and development, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits administration, occupational health and safety, employee wellness, and disability management
- Developing and executing corporate HR planning, policies, administrative guidelines, and business centre processes in alignment with best practices to ensure consistent interpretation, application and legislative compliance
- Spearheading HR related change management or engagement initiatives while cultivating a workplace that embraces equity, diversity, and inclusion
- Leading a team of HR professionals that provide corporate Human Resources advisory and administrative services
- Developing and driving plans to support the ongoing goal to become a Top Employer
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Candidates who progress to the final stage of the recruitment process will be required to provide proof of education and designation. In addition, the applicant must obtain and maintain a favourable Personal Information Check (PIC) from local law enforcement agency
What You Bring
A combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to qualify. A typical way to qualify is equivalency to completion of a relevant University (Bachelor) program plus:
- 8 or more years related work experience representing continuous learning and career progression, including at least 4 years of direct supervision and leading a team
- Experience in the areas of employee and labour relations, training and development, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits administration, occupational health and safety, employee wellness, and disability management
- Experience in a unionized environment is considered an asset
- Flexibility to attend occasional off-hours meetings
- Strong verbal and communication skills
- High discretion and confidentiality
- CPHR or other recognized designation considered an asset
What We Offer:
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive benefit and pension plans
- Career development
- Flexible work schedule
- So much more!