Human Resources Professional

Rural Municipalities of Alberta

  • Wetaskiwin, AB
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 days ago
Posted on: Aug 15, 2025Posted by: County of WetaskiwinSummaryAre you passionate about people, driven by purpose, and inspired by the opportunity to help shape a thriving workplace culture? The County of Wetaskiwin is seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking, and highly organized Human Resources Professional to join our team and play a pivotal role in supporting our most valuable asset – our people. This permanent, full-time position offers an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys wearing many hats and making a meaningful impact on employee experience and organizational success. Based out of the County of Wetaskiwin Administration Building, the role follows regular office hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with occasional additional hours as required.In this exciting and impactful role, you will be at the heart of strategic HR initiatives that foster employee engagement, drive organizational excellence, and promote a respectful, inclusive, and high-performing work environment. From talent acquisition and workforce planning to employee relations and policy development, you'll be a trusted advisor and change agent, helping to build a resilient and future-ready public service.As part of a collaborative and community-focused organization, you'll have the opportunity to innovate, lead, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of County employees and residents alike.Join us in building a workplace where people thrive, ideas flourish, and community service is at the core of everything we do.Key ResponsibilitiesPosition Overview:This position is responsible for leading and managing all core Human Resources functions across the organization. This includes, but is not limited to:
  • Champion progressive HR practices that align with the County's values & strategic goals
  • Lead initiatives including recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes
  • Conducting and analyzing exit surveys
  • Performance management and employee discipline
  • Training and staff development programs
  • Promoting a safety-oriented culture and ensuring Health & Safety compliance
  • Leading employee engagement initiatives
  • Reviewing, developing, and administering HR policies and procedures
  • Coordinating benefits administration in collaboration with the Finance Department
  • Maintaining secure, confidential, and compliant employee records
  • Ensuring ongoing compliance with all relevant employment legislation
  • Collaborate with leadership to shape a culture of transparency, accountability and continuous improvement
Advisory Responsibilities:
  • Provide strategic guidance to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) on workforce planning, employee engagement, organizational development, and other key HR matters
  • Advise managers and supervisors on recruitment, onboarding, performance management, discipline, employee morale, and health and safety
  • Design and implement initiatives that foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture
  • Develop and administer employee engagement surveys and cultural assessments; analyze results and present actionable recommendations to SLT
  • Participate in collective bargaining processes and ensure effective administration and compliance with the Collective Agreement post-ratification
  • Manage employee grievances and arbitration processes with a focus on proactive and collaborative resolution
  • Support managers in conducting difficult conversations, including disciplinary meetings and terminations
  • Conduct investigations related to workplace complaints and incidents, ensuring timely and fair resolution
  • Oversee HR department staffing matters, including hiring, performance management, and termination, within the parameters of a partially unionized environment
Requirements
  • Post-secondary diploma or degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, or a related field; a degree is considered an asset.
  • Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation preferred.
  • 3-5 years of progressive experience in human resources, ideally within a municipal or broader public sector environment.
  • Strong knowledge of relevant Alberta legislation including Employment Standards Code, Human Rights Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, and Access to Information Act and Protection of Privacy Act.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a high degree of discretion and professionalism.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships at all levels of the organization.
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Experience with records management systems is an asset.
  • Demonstrated ability in research, leadership, policy development, conflict resolution, and team collaboration.

Rural Municipalities of Alberta