Director, HR and Employee Relations
Apply NowCompany: Mount Royal University
Location: Calgary, AB T1Y 7M8
Description:
Job Title
Director, HR and Employee Relations
Job Type
Permanent
Union
Management
Position Classification
MLV2 Management
Salary Grade
FT or PT
Full-time
Hybrid Work
This position is eligible
Position End Date (if applicable)
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 Associate Vice President, Human Resources (AVP, HR), the Director, Human Resources, Employee and Labour Relations, is an integral member of the Human Resources team. The Director, Human Resources, Employee and Labour Relations will manage complex employee and labour relations matters, ensure HR programs, policies and initiatives support and enable University and faculty/departmental strategic priorities, promote performance management, and work with the AVP, HR on assessing and managing employee complaints through the investigation process.
The Director will also manage a team of HR professionals with guidance on grievances, terminations, HR policies, EDI and Indigenous initiatives, and day-to-day HR support, as required. They will provide sound advice to ensure consistent application of fairness and equity in the organization. The Director will represent the HR Office and provide recommendations to the AVP, HR on matters pertaining to HR programming, labour relations, workplace policy, and special initiatives.
Responsibilities
Support the University strategic directives and lead and support HR initiatives
Labour relations strategy and oversight
HR business partnerships
Qualifications
Education
Experience:
Skills and additional requirements:
Salary: $124,282.00 - $171,508.00
Closing Date: Open until suitable candidate is found
This position will remain open until filled, with an initial review of applications beginning early to mid May 2025. Early applications are encouraged.
A 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, 999999, 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 erecruiter@mtroyal.ca 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. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 14 bachelor degrees and 38 majors. Learn more at mru.ca/AcademicPlan.
Mount Royal University is situated on an ancient and storied land that is steeped in ceremony and history that, until recently, was occupied exclusively by people indigenous to this place. With gratitude and reciprocity, Mount Royal acknowledges the relationships to the land and all beings, and the songs, stories and teachings of the Siksika Nation, the Piikani Nation, the Kainai Nation, the ethka Stoney Nakoda Nation (consisting of the Chiniki, Bearspaw and Goodstoney Nations), the people of the Tsuut'ina Nation, and the Mtis. Learn more about MRU's Land Acknowledgement.
Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.
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.
Director, HR and Employee Relations
Job Type
Permanent
Union
Management
Position Classification
MLV2 Management
Salary Grade
FT or PT
Full-time
Hybrid Work
This position is eligible
Position End Date (if applicable)
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 Associate Vice President, Human Resources (AVP, HR), the Director, Human Resources, Employee and Labour Relations, is an integral member of the Human Resources team. The Director, Human Resources, Employee and Labour Relations will manage complex employee and labour relations matters, ensure HR programs, policies and initiatives support and enable University and faculty/departmental strategic priorities, promote performance management, and work with the AVP, HR on assessing and managing employee complaints through the investigation process.
The Director will also manage a team of HR professionals with guidance on grievances, terminations, HR policies, EDI and Indigenous initiatives, and day-to-day HR support, as required. They will provide sound advice to ensure consistent application of fairness and equity in the organization. The Director will represent the HR Office and provide recommendations to the AVP, HR on matters pertaining to HR programming, labour relations, workplace policy, and special initiatives.
Responsibilities
Support the University strategic directives and lead and support HR initiatives
- Support the execution of HR services and programs with tools and information that meet the needs of our clients, create efficiency, deliver integrated people solutions, and foster collaboration.
- Provide HR partnering support while working with the HR team to leaders across the University and ensure key HR practices are aligned with employment standards and provide integrated solutions to the organization that mitigates risk and improve processes and procedures.
- Key contributor in the continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures, programs, initiatives, and processes in line with legislation and industry best practices.
- Strong leadership, coaching, facilitation, conflict resolution and relationship management skills.
- Oversee and provide direction and guidance on programs, policies and services with regard to terms and conditions of employment for management and exempt employees.
- Work collaboratively with the AVP, HR and the rest of the HR leadership team on matters of HR governance, strategic and operational planning, and professional/consultative budget management.
Labour relations strategy and oversight
- Provide leadership, direction and support at an operational and strategic level, on the design, development, delivery of employee and labour relations services.
- Support labour relations strategy through the development and implementation of a framework with streamlined, repeatable and best-practice approaches toward planning, negotiating, implementing and administering collective bargaining agreements.
- Provide strategic recommendations to leadership on labour best practices to facilitate strategic vision.
- Build and foster relationships with bargaining units and the overall University community related to soliciting input, feedback, and buy-in on a variety of employee and labour relations-related matters.
- Participate in and support the Employee and Labour Relations team and Faculty Relations in bargaining new collective agreements, negotiating letters of understanding, grievance and arbitration settlements and other complex legal agreements.
- Support and provide guidance related to employee conduct matters and associated investigations process, policies and services.
- Research and prepare briefing materials for approval by the Board of Governors including bargaining mandates.
- Acquire and translate pertinent changes to employment-related legislation, and the impact on the University and the labour/employee relations environment.
- Consult with legal counsel regarding labour strategies, legislation or other applicable labour relations issues; develop and support maintenance of legal advice repository.
- Responsible for staying abreast of related legislation and jurisprudence to act as an expert resource to Employee & Labour Relations, Human Resources and the University as a whole and ensure prompt and accurate service delivery.
HR business partnerships
- Advance the HR consulting model, in partnership with other functional areas of HR, by proactively identifying business needs and priorities in order to inform the development of effective programs, strategies and solutions.
- Demonstrate strong business partnering skills, act as a thought partner in advising and influencing leadership at all levels of the organization.
- Provide professional and confidential advice to management and senior leadership on sensitive matters and act as an escalation point for complex issues.
- Serve as an expert on all things people, offering coaching and guidance to the HR Business Partner team and senior leadership.
- Partner with other HR teams and leadership to assist in the creation, development and execution of effective people strategies, programs, and initiatives.
- Provide leadership in the development of new HR policies, procedures, programs and initiatives.
Qualifications
Education
- University Bachelor Degree in a related discipline
- MBA, Masters in Human Resources or other relevant graduate-level degree is an asset
- Chartered Professional in Human Resources designation is an asset
Experience:
- At least 5 years of experience leading, coaching, developing and managing a diverse team of HR professionals
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in labour relations either in a dedicated role or in a generalist capacity with significant labour relations exposure
- 8-10 years experience as an HR Business Partner
- Experience in working in post-secondary is an asset
- Experience in assessing and managing employee claims and investigations
- Experience in bargaining new collective agreements, negotiating letters of understanding, grievance and arbitration settlements, and other complex legal agreements
- Knowledge of Alberta Employment Standards and Human Rights Legislation
Skills and additional requirements:
- Strong leadership, coaching, facilitation, conflict resolution, change management and relationship management skills
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to establish trust, sell ideas, influence others and build relationships with people at all levels of an organization
- Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills
- Problem solver with the ability to diagnose and analyze root causes to issues and recommend sustainable solutions
- Proven track record as a project lead with strong time management and project management skills
- A team player who engages and cross collaborates across the team
- Continuous improvement mindset and approach to work, identifying opportunities for improvement and engaging appropriate stakeholders in the solution
- Flexible, adaptable, learns quickly demonstrates courage and self-awareness; proficient in MS Office and experience with various HR Systems (ie. Banner) would be an asset
- A team player with demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships at all levels of the organization
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and to operate in an often ambiguous, fast-paced and evolving environment
- Proficient knowledge of and ability to support and lead labour negotiations
- Demonstrated ability to support a values-based culture that supports all employees
- Demonstrated leadership and success in building and celebrating a diverse and inclusive workplace
Salary: $124,282.00 - $171,508.00
Closing Date: Open until suitable candidate is found
This position will remain open until filled, with an initial review of applications beginning early to mid May 2025. Early applications are encouraged.
A 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, 999999, 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 erecruiter@mtroyal.ca 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. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 14 bachelor degrees and 38 majors. Learn more at mru.ca/AcademicPlan.
Mount Royal University is situated on an ancient and storied land that is steeped in ceremony and history that, until recently, was occupied exclusively by people indigenous to this place. With gratitude and reciprocity, Mount Royal acknowledges the relationships to the land and all beings, and the songs, stories and teachings of the Siksika Nation, the Piikani Nation, the Kainai Nation, the ethka Stoney Nakoda Nation (consisting of the Chiniki, Bearspaw and Goodstoney Nations), the people of the Tsuut'ina Nation, and the Mtis. Learn more about MRU's Land Acknowledgement.
Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.
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.