Human Resources Business Partner - People Services

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Western Zone People Services Director and working closely with the Senior Human Resources Business Partner and western zone Employee and Labour Relations manager the HRBP provides strategic human resources leadership and consultation to an assigned group of senior leaders and managers within their respective zone.

They are a problem solver, change agent and business partner who is accountable to research and deliver innovative human resources solutions that are aligned with the client’s business objectives and consistent with relevant policies, collective agreement language, legislation and the vision, mission, values and culture of NSH. Collaborating with various partners on the People Services team is integral to the support of the human resources service delivery model.

The HRBP builds strong relationships within the assigned client groups, works collaboratively and leverages relationship with subject matter experts across the zone and NSH and is committed to understanding the business and needs of clients.

They make recommendations for action plans to address issues that effectively use and integrate the services provided by People Services in order to support and enhance client team functioning.

The HRBP is able to provide appropriate coaching, support and guidance to managers to assist them in the effective, efficient and sustainable delivery of their programs and services. This includes but is not limited to: managing employee performance; supporting team functioning; discipline; grievances; workforce planning; layoffs and terminations; investigations; policy development, interpretation and implementation; leadership development and special projects that support a business area or client. Consultation with external legal services (Health Association Nova Scotia – HANS) may be required on particular issues or initiatives.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Graduate of post-secondary degree/program in Human Resources or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) preferred
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience providing human resource services within a complex unionized environment with multiple unions and/or collective agreements.
• Knowledge of all aspects of human resources, preferably within the health sector
• Demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of labour trends and legislation
• Experience in mediation and conflict resolution
• Experience interpreting collective agreements and policies
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and decision-skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to effectively build relationships
• High level of competence in both written and verbal communication
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Excellent consultative, influencing and coaching skills
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume and cover letter is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Long assignment full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
• Approximately 6 months
• Travel to other sites may be required
• This position offers a hybrid/work from home model

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Scale Type: Non-Union
Band: NU05
Hourly Rate: $45.75 - $56.04
Annual Salary: $89,205 - $109,276

Successful candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and travel insurance; long-term disability and life insurance coverage; and a defined benefit pension plan. Additional wellness, development and employee support programs may also be available.