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Job Title HR Business Partner Job Type Replacement Term Union Exempt Position Classification EEL6 Exempt Level 6 Salary Grade FT or PT Full-time Hybrid Work This position is eligible Position End Date (if applicable) 8/4/2027 Location MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary) About This Position :: About The Department Of Human Resources Mount Royal University’s dedicated team of Human Resources professionals is here to provide a range of services for prospective and current employees including: professional development, talent acquisition, consultancy services, and information on policies, payroll, benefits, and more. About The Role Reporting to the Director, HR, Employee and Labour Relations, the Human Resources Business Partner provides strategic HR support to a diverse group of University faculties and units. The HR Business Partner oversees end-to-end delivery of all HR programs, policies, systems and services for all employee groups in addition to providing generalist support in all functional areas of HR. Areas of focus include Employee and Labour Relations, Talent Management, Compensation and Recruitment. The HR Business Partner also acts as a project manager on various assigned projects, leads change initiatives with assigned client groups, assists in developing and facilitating workshops, and provides conflict resolution support. The HR Business Partner will also work with internal partners to provide HR support on sick and disability management files. The nature of the work is high-volume and complex with multiple simultaneous deadlines. The position has a wide and diverse set of responsibilities requiring the incumbent to have a proactive and solution-orientated approach. The HR Business Partner must have advanced HR subject matter expertise, be an effective communicator, negotiator and influencer, seek out opportunities for collaboration, and remain solution-focused. The main purpose of the role is to provide credible and expert HR advice, support and coach leaders through various complex scenarios, develop and/or advise on new HR programs and processes, and manage and participate on projects. The HR Business Partner will also work with other University partners to design and deliver quality programs and services to support faculties and departments and provide the HR vision and expertise required to achieve their strategic business goals. This position also provides proactive leadership and guidance to management in maintaining a positive relationship with the Mount Royal Staff Association and Mount Royal Faculty Association. This is a full-time, replacement term position, working 35 hours per week, expected to conclude on August 4, 2027. Primary Purpose Provides advanced HR subject matter expertise. Maintains and applies up-to-date knowledge of Human Resources industry and best practice relevant to area of responsibility. Leads efforts to resolve complex employee and labour relations issues in consultation with internal and external partners. Provides guidance on Provincial and Federal legislation as well as collective agreement interpretation. Acts as lead investigator and/or provides support to leadership in investigating workplace complaints. Provide leadership support in grievance hearings and assists in negotiating settlements. Provides strategic generalist HR support and influences leaders with respect to Employee and Labour Relations, Talent Management (including Talent Acquisition, training and development and succession planning), change management, performance management, compensation and workforce restoration. Partners with senior leaders in identifying trends and opportunities to optimize the people component in their area and develops supporting strategies to deliver outcomes. Leads special projects on behalf of Human Resources or clients. Promotes employee engagement initiatives across the University and at the client department level. Demonstrates strong communication, relationship management and problem-solving skills. Possesses solid knowledge of post-secondary institutions and unionized environments. Understands and conveys organizational vision to staff and stakeholders. Responsibilities Responsibility 1 (35%): Strategic Leadership Develop strategic HR goals/plans supporting Clients attainment of business strategies and operational goals including research and learning objectives (i.e formal comprehensive, strategic plans) Provide clear leadership by demonstrating a full understanding of Faculty/Departmental business plans, trends and needs. Participate as an integral member of the Faculty/Departmental leadership team to ensure that HR perspectives are considered in all proposed business plans, decisions and organizational changes. Connect university operating strategies, plans and procedures to Faculty/Departmental priorities Communicate and obtain Faculty/Departmental support for HR policies, programs and procedures Inform and influence central HR policies and programs regarding Faculty/Departmental needs Reduce Institutional and Faculty/Departmental risks associated with potential grievances by identifying, investigating, proposing and implementing appropriate solutions. Support senior leaders in providing and interpreting HR data required for decision making. Responsibility 2 (20%): Relationship Management Understand senior leader/manager opinions and anticipate their needs and concerns (i.e gap analysis, send goals). Support senior leadership in providing and interpreting HR information required for vital decision making and budget preparation (i.e HR Standards, ad-hoc reports, succession planning). Work closely with other functional areas of HR to reflect client needs and understand/implement HR policies, programs and procedures. Foster a proactive and positive relationship with other campus stakeholders including union representatives Act as ambassador for Human Resources and the university both internally and externally. Responsibility 3 (15%): Customer Service Assess, investigate, plan and troubleshoot strategic and operational solutions for labour and Faculty relation issues, including grievance administration. Collaborate with HR Specialists on complex matters such as grievances, terminations, tenure appointments, return to work planning and accommodation Handle and resolve escalated, high profile and complex HR issues. Communicate HR policies, programs and procedures to ensure the Faculty/Departmental understanding and commitment. Manage the delivery of HR services and processes to meet the needs of Faculty/Departmental and all applicable Service Level agreements. Provide timely, accurate, and high level, business relevant HR advice and coaching to Faculty/Departmental senior leaders and managers. Maintain customer satisfaction and identify performance gaps and emerging trends. Responsibility 4 (5%): Management Provide informal leadership, mentoring, and coaching to the HR Advisor in the provision of HR services, processes, policies and programs (i.e job shadowing, coaching, mentoring, formal learning, on the job experience, etc). Provide opportunities for respective HR team members to enhance professional growth and development. Create a healthy, sustainable work environment for staff. Responsibility 5 (5%): Innovation Measure, monitor and improve the provision of HR services, processes, policies and programs to enhance productivity, efficiency, customer service or overall university and Faculty/Departmental performance (i.e formal surveys, verbal feedback, value add). Identify and drive the communication and sharing of learning across functions to facilitate continuous improvement Responsibility 6 (15%): Change Agent Lead and manage change in support of Faculty(s)/Department(s) and/or Institutional business strategies Ensure that the general administration and HR implications of change efforts are understood and supported within the Faculty/Department, and vice versa. Responsibility 7 (5%): Compliance Provide HR advice, services and support which comply with appropriate legislation, other governing documents and collective agreements, as well as confidentiality and university values. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications University degree in a related field plus a minimum of 5 years related experience in a complex human resources generalist capacity. Experience in a post-secondary environment preferred. Experience working in a unionized environment. Strong HR Generalist background required with extensive experience in Employee and Labour Relations, Talent Management Knowledge of all applicable Human Resource legislation, policies and practices. I.e. Labour Relations Code, Employment Standards Code, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Human Rights Legislation. Experience in the interpretation and application of collective agreements. Knowledge of best practice in HR areas such as Employee and Labour Relations, Talent Management and Organizational Development, Compensation and Total Rewards, and Disability Management. Strong analytical and interpretive skills to recognize and comprehend complex issues, policies, regulatory and legislative requirements. Proven relationship management, consulting and business partnering experience. Strong communication, presentation, negotiation and influencing skills. Experience in supervising, coaching and mentoring. Effective research skills with strong creative, innovative and analytical abilities. Facilitation and presentation. Sound judgment and decision making. Strong project management and organization skills. Salary: $105,215 - $119,134.00 Closing Date: Open until suitable candidate is found We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify [email protected] and we will work together on your accommodation request. About MRU Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan. What We Offer Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. At MRU, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace. Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. MRU offers a competitive total compensation package including learning/training paid by employer, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. Positions over six months may also be eligible for health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, and disability benefits. Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public.

What you’ll do

The HR Business Partner provides strategic HR support and expert advice to University faculties, focusing on employee and labour relations, talent management, and compensation. The role involves leading change initiatives, managing complex HR projects, and coaching leaders to achieve strategic business goals.

Requirements

Requires a university degree in a related field and at least 5 years of experience as an HR generalist, preferably in a unionized post-secondary environment. Candidates must possess deep knowledge of HR legislation and extensive experience in labour relations and collective agreement interpretation.

Benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer • Paid vacation • Winter holiday closure • Personal days • Free membership in recreation centre • Health and dental benefits • Pension • Health and personal spending accounts • Disability benefits

Listed skills

• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Employee Relations
• Labour Relations
• Talent Management
• Compensation
• Recruitment
• Change Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Project Management
• Collective Agreement Interpretation
• Performance Management
• Relationship Management
• Negotiation
• Influencing
• Disability Management
• Strategic Planning
• Coaching

Job areas

• Human Resources
• Management & Leadership
• Education
• Government & Public Sector
• Consulting