Accommodations Business Partner

Mount Royal University View all jobs

Calgary, AB
$102,749-129,933 per year
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Job TitleAccommodations Business PartnerJob TypePermanentUnionExemptPosition ClassificationEEL6 Exempt Level 6Salary GradeFT or PTFull-timeHybrid WorkThis position is ineligiblePosition End Date (if applicable)LocationMRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)About this PositionAbout the Department of Employee WellnessThe Employee Wellness team at Mount Royal University supports the well-being, safety, and inclusion of all employees. Through programs focused on accommodation, ability management, psychological health and safety, and workplace wellness, the department fosters a culture where employees are supported to perform their best work while maintaining balance and safety. Employee Wellness collaborates with Human Resources, Environmental Health & Safety, associations, leaders, and employees to ensure a compassionate, consistent, and legally compliant approach to medical leaves, return to work planning, and workplace accommodations. The team also provides guidance and education to promote a healthy, respectful, and inclusive work environment.About the RoleReporting to the Manager of Employee Wellness, the Accommodations Business Partner will work at a strategic level as a highly valued business partner to the University's operational areas. The Accommodations Business Partner will demonstrate a proactive and solution-oriented approach and excel in the competency areas of: advanced accommodations subject matter expertise; accurate, targeted and concise communication and proactive collaboration.This position will work with other University partners to design and deliver quality training and services to support faculties and departments. This position will also provide proactive leadership and guidance to management in maintaining a positive relationship with the Mount Royal Faculty and Staff Associations.This position plays an important role in ensuring the University's accommodation efforts meet the obligations under the Alberta Human Rights Act.This position is a full-time role working 35 hours per week.Responsibilities

Manage a diverse portfolio of workplace accommodation cases related to protected grounds, including disability, family status and religious beliefs.
Develop, implement and monitor individualized accommodation and return to work plans in collaboration with employees, leaders, HR stakeholders and healthcare providers.
Measure, monitor, and improve the provision of accommodations processes to enhance productivity, efficiency, customer service or overall university and faculty/departmental performance.
Provide accommodation and complex disability management advice and support that complies with appropriate legislation, other governing documents and collective agreements, and university priorities and values.
Guide leaders through complex and sensitive decisions, including situations where accommodations may be unreasonable, documentation is insufficient, or performance issues intersect with disability.
Reduce institutional and faculty/departmental risks associated with formal legal processes such as Human Rights Commission related complaints and potential grievances by identifying, investigating, proposing and implementing appropriate solutions.
Work closely with functional areas of HR, senior leaders, internal legal counsel, and employees to reflect institutional needs and understand/implement collective agreement and legislative processes and obligations.
Design and deliver training for leaders on accommodation principles and related human rights obligations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field
Minimum of 6 to 10 years of strong HR, labour relations or legal experience with proven expertise in managing complex accommodation and disability cases. Experience working in a unionized and/or post-secondary environment is strongly preferred.
Deep understanding of human rights, duty to accommodate obligations and privacy legislation.
Strong communication skills to clearly convey messages and explore diverse points of view.
Ability to use critical thinking skills to evaluate and interpret complex information and determine appropriate accommodation solutions.
Demonstrated skill in the ability to build trust and collaborate effectively with employees, leaders, HR and associations.
Ability to demonstrate deep empathy while maintaining objectivity.

Salary: $102,749 - $129,933 per annumClosing Date: March 27, 2026A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 9999, CV.pdf).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 and we will work together on your accommodation request.About MRUFounded 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 and .What We OfferTalented 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.

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