24-023: Human Resources Business Partner

With over 40 years in Emergency Medical Services, Associated Ambulance is the 2nd largest EMS service provider in the province. We provide ALS & BLS services to 23 locations across rural Alberta. We have exciting opportunities for Permanent & Temporary Full-time employment as well as offer casual employment status. If you are looking to jump-start or extend your career in EMS, please join our Associated Ambulance Team.

We Are Here For Life!

Associated Ambulance is currently searching for a Human Resources Business Partner to join our Team! Reporting to the Manager, Employee Relations and Total Compensation, the ideal candidate will have a passion for people management and lead the full cycle of a human resource portfolio, Working with a very complex healthcare organization managing two collective agreements and and administrative staff you must be a motivated self-starter with high energy and integrity to support the day-to-day operations of our valued frontline paramedic staff.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Assist in identifying, evaluating, and recommending solutions to issues and concerns; assist in implementing solutions and process improvements; act as a resource for both managers and employees.
• Perform daily HR related duties associated with employee benefits, classification and compensation
• Consult with management in providing HR advice and recommendations.
• Assist with all day-to-day activities related to employee relations matters, including progressive discipline, performance management and development, workplace accommodations, investigating and resolving employee concerns, and administration of leave.
• Maintain a solid knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day employee relation issues by mitigating risks and ensuring regulatory compliance with City policies, procedures, and employment standard requirements.
• Maintain a high degree of ethics, discretion, and confidentiality in all HR related matters.
• Provide employee performance and career management advice to supervisors in managing employee issues, including training and development.
• Identifying trends and metrics appropriate in the development of solutions, programs, and policies for the workplace.
• Provide guidance and input to supervisors on departmental restructure initiatives, workforce planning and succession planning for the organization.
• Develop and deliver training sessions on various HR Topics, including Talent Acquisition, Performance Planning and Orientations.
• Assist as needed in the recruitment process, including the creation of job descriptions, job postings, selection of candidates, designing of interview questions, conducting references check and verification of offer letters.
• Provide and develop HR policy and collective agreement guidance and interpretation to operational leadership
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Management, Healthcare Management or equivalent
  
• A minimum of two (2) to five (5) years of related experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• A proven track record in delivering top quality customer service by going above and beyond for internal and external clients.
• Demonstrable knowledge of employment legislation, as well as trends and challenges related to HR.
• Ability to communicate and problem solve.
• Ability to analyze, synthesize and formulate strategic advice and/or recommendations.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of emotional intelligence and relationship building skills with a variety of partners.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
• Strong organization skills with the ability to plan and prioritize.
• Effective Interpersonal Skills, teamwork, and initiative.

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• Department: Corporate Services
• Employee Class: Permanent Full Time
• Date Available: 1/May/2024
• Hours per Shift: 8 hours/day (2080 hours per annum)
• Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday
• Schedule: variable/hybrid

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Additional Perks!

• Fully comprehensive Health & Dental benefit package
• Bountiful taxable spending account
  
• Sick/Personal Days
• RRSP-DPSP matching program

Application deadline will be Friday April 12th, 2024 and all applications must be received by this time. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Resumes may be retained for other potential employment opportunities. Associated Ambulance is committed to diversity and equal opportunity and considers all qualified applicants for employment.