Human Resources Officer - Human Resources Department

Competition Number:
94E24
Position Type:
Staff Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Human Resources Department
Position:
Human Resources Officer
Contract:
Full-time Permanent Position
Hours of Work:
37.5 hours per week
Salary:

$81,829-$84,689 per annum 

The HR Office’s role in creating a positive work environment at the university involves aligning HR practices with UPEI’s values, promoting open communication, and supporting the wellbeing and professional growth of employees. By focusing on these areas, the HR Office will contribute to a culture of engagement, satisfaction, and success within the university community.

 

What we offer:

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Comprehensive Health and Dental
  • Post Retirement Benefits 
  • Tuition Waivers
  • Health and Wellness Clinic on Campus available to staff
  • Professional Development Opportunities

 

If you are employee focused, have a strong understanding of human resources principles and practices, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and enjoy working with a diverse range of employees, from faculty and staff to students and administrators, we are interested in meeting you! 

 

This position will have a matrix reporting relationship with the Manager of HR and the Chief Operating Officer, Faculty of Medicine.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

The HR Officer is responsible for all aspects of human resources including recruiting and hiring staff, providing guidance on employee relations issues, and ensuring compliance with all relevant policies, collective agreements, labor laws and regulations. This position will be the primary contact for the Faculty of Medicine and will provide leadership to the campus in workforce planning and HR policy.

 

  • Work as the liaison between the Faculty of Medicine and Human Resources this includes such things as;
    • Supporting organizational development including job descriptions and classification
    • Coordinating the hiring process, including posting job openings, reviewing applications, conducting interviews, and making job offers
    • Support employee onboarding and orientation programs to ensure new staff members are integrated into the university community.
  • Provide direct support with workplace planning to campus leadership.
  • Developing and implementing policies and procedures related to HR management, in collaboration with leadership and other stakeholders.
  • Promoting diversity and inclusion through various actions and initiatives.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

 

Overall, a combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills and personal qualities will be considered.

  • Bachelor's Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field
  • Proven experience in organizational development, HR policy, labour relations and talent acquisition.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and build relationships.

Creative problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to engagement initiatives

 

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

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UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.