Human Resources Generalist

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Job Type:

Employee

Duration in Months (for fixed-term jobs):

36

Job Family:

Human Resources Operations

# of Open Positions:

1

Faculty/Service - Department:

Administration, Faculty of Science

Campus:

Main Campus

Union Affiliation:

N/A

Date Posted:

March 14, 2024

Closing Date:

March 31, 2024

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above

Hours per week:

35

Salary Grade:

Non-Union Grade NC7 - 35 hrs

Salary Range:

$76,514.00 - $93,144.00

About the Faculty of Science:

Welcome to the Faculty of Science, a great place to learn, to explore, to question, to discover — opening your mind and pushing boundaries. It’s an exciting time to be part of a rewarding career in life sciences, natural sciences and mathematics. You will have access to world-class facilities, including our Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Complex, our extensive Biosciences Complex and our cutting-edge Advanced Research Complex, that are the envy of many universities. We have strong links with a multitude of government and private research centres, providing countless opportunities and experiences. 

We have become a true centre of excellence, earning recognition across Canada and abroad for our prowess in teaching and in our laboratories, where our researchers are addressing some of the most important and relevant scientific questions of our time. Our past is a testimonial to our passion, so will be our future. Will you be part of it?

Position Purpose
Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the incumbent provides advisory services to corporate or strategic HR Managers within a designated faculty or service on matters involving recruitment and selection, classification, performance and development management, labour relations, training and development, benefits, health and safety and other HR functions. This position provides input to integrate HR related policies and processes with the faculty/service’s strategic direction and initiatives. The HR Generalist analyzes problems and issues to identify and recommend appropriate intervention and implement solutions. As a trusted consultant, the HR Generalist works with the management team to address their human resources needs through an analysis of short, medium and long term requirements, the implementation of best practices, recommendations, developing plans to address issues and monitoring results. Acts as the primary point of contact between central Human Resources and the faculty/service.

In this role, your responsibilities will include:

• Integration of HR Processes: Responsible for the integration of human resources management processes and systems in the designated faculty/service planning or management framework. Develop and maintain an in depth understanding of both legislated and University of Ottawa human resources policies, procedures and practices and their impact on faculty/service’s operations. Participates in the development of local HR processes and practices and ensures their contribution to the achievement of faculty objectives.
• Labour Relations: Provide advice and support to HR management on all areas of employee relations, including matters involving discipline, performance, attendance, and other conflict situations. May conduct investigations to recommend appropriate actions including disciplinary/administrative measures and probation extensions. In support to the management team, may participate in grievance resolution processes at stage one (1). In collaboration with the management team and central Labour Relations, address and resolve issues related to accommodation, disability management, harassment and other health and safety issues. May participate in collective bargaining and in negotiation committees.
• Orientation and On-boarding: Promote understanding and acceptance of University HR policies, programs, processes and practices by providing information during new employee orientation sessions and by providing information to staff on the need and reasons for specific policies/procedures and how they can contribute to the achievement of faculty/service objectives.
• Training and Development: Support managers in their evaluation of employees’ needs in relation to training and professional development and monitor training activities. Collaborate with managers to develop training plans to address shortfalls, review the adequacy of selected delivery mechanisms and