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Human Resources Specialist

Employer
Western University
Location
London, Ontario
Salary
$ 59,360 to $69,850 annually
Closing date
Oct 24, 2019

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth.  We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

This role supports the VP-Academic Programs portfolio (including the Centre for Teaching and Learning and Western Continuing Studies) and the Office of the Registrar portfolio.

We strive to provide the best student experience to students from the initial point of contact though their stay at Western, Convocation and beyond.

The Human Resources Specialist will carry out a variety of human resource related activities with a specific focus on staff recruitment for the VP Academic Programs portfolio (including the Centre for Teaching and Learning and Western Continuing Studies) and the Office of the Registrar.  The incumbent will provide recruitment related expertise and guidance, and will respond to inquiries and resolve issues independently.  The Human Resources Specialist will maintain and implement administrative processes and practices and provide related rationale, advice, education and support to colleagues and leaders within the portfolios.  The incumbent will interpret Western's collective and employee agreements, policies and procedures, as well as relevant legislation and act as a resource to ensure that human resource functions are implemented accordingly.

Qualifications
Education:  

-   Undergraduate Degree in Human Resources/Industrial Relations
-   Certified Human Resources Professional
-   Completion of or working toward CHRL is preferred

Experience:
-   3 years’ experience in a Human Resources role with a focus on recruitment
-   Experience in a unionized environment is preferred
-   Experience with Human Resources in a Higher Education setting is preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
-   Familiarity with Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act regulations
-   In-depth knowledge of Human Resources statute, principles and practices in area of focus and of the Employment Standards Act, and other relevant legislation
-   Knowledge of Western collective agreements and policies impacting staff preferred
-   Verbal communication skills to translate information into easily understood terms, summarize information, and provide a rationale for action
-   Ability to summarize information and disseminate to others effectively in a timely manner
-   Ability to ensure confidentiality and privacy is maintained through the appropriate retention and destruction of information
-   Ability to produce high-quality results and workable solutions that meet client needs
-   Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
-   Ability and willingness to stay abreast of technological developments
-   Discretion, tact and maturity to deal with highly confidential subjects or issues
-   Ability to apply regulations or professional standards to own work
-   Adapts readily and effectively to changing priorities and demands
-   Ability to work independently and maintain direction and focus through proactive planning and organized approaches to work
-   Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
-   Ability to create a positive impression while interacting with others and responding to inquiries, by telephone, in person or electronically
-   Ability to understand, interpret, and effectively communicate University guidelines, policies and practices to key stakeholders
-   Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve external and internal partner issues
-   Ability to identify opportunities for improvement, while being open to trying new ideas and working methods
-   Proven ability to take initiative and champion a project from conception through implementation and evaluation
-   Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals

Interested applicants are asked to visit:  https://recruit.uwo.ca to apply online to job reference #17836, by midnight on October 24th, 2019.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. 

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.

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