Human Resources Consultant - Niagara, Canada - Niagara Region

Niagara Region

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Niagara, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Division:

Human Resources

About Us:

As an employer of choice, Niagara Region offers competitive salaries and benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, a corporate wellness centre, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), mentorship and training programs, employee recognition programs, and more.

In addition, the Region recognizes the value of having flexible work arrangements including hybrid work arrangements to support better work-life balance for our employees.

Where operational needs align, and while ensuring business requirements and customer service expectations are achieved, employees may have an opportunity to work within a hybrid model, combining working from home and working in the office.

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara.

Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries.

Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada's most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities.

Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada's most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario's most breathtaking countryside.

An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S.

neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.

For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region's amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region.

However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction.

The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Director Human Resources, the Human Resources Consultant is responsible for providing client focused HR strategy, operational guidance and programs that are aligned with the corporate people strategy, as well as corporate and departmental strategies.

Education:

Postsecondary degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or equivalent.
Additional certifications or diplomas in Human Resource Management is preferred.

Knowledge:

8 years' experience in Human Resources within multiple functional HR areas.
Above includes 3 years management level experience.
10 years' experience in Human Resources within multiple functional HR areas, including Municipal sector is preferred.
Above includes 5 years management level experience is preferred.
Professional certification in Human Resources, such as the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP), or equivalent.
Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) is preferred.

Responsibilities:

_ Supports the development and execution of people strategies, working closely with Departmental business partners to understand their business drivers and provide integrated people solutions supporting their business objectives and people requirements (45% of time)

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Advises and develops strategies on succession planning, career planning, staff development and learning, and attraction/redeployment to ensure the client has the necessary talent in place for current and future needs.
Consults with Managers in the development of performance coaching and development programs, advising on a range of human resources issues and solutions, conducting team facilitation sessions and advising on returntowork programs to ensure the client has successfully performing teams and staff.

_ Provides leadership, advice and guidance on business planning & organizational issues in support of strategic and operational objectives and people management strategies (30% of time)

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Leads client based strategic HR projects (or the HR portion of a larger operational project) that are complex and/or multifaceted in nature.
Facilitates succession planning initiatives for client groups, in partnership with OD.
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