Human Resources Business Partner

Job summary

Partner with College leaders to align people strategies with organizational priorities, advising on workforce planning, talent management, recruitment, employee development, and workplace matters. Apply HR policies and legislation consistently, support organizational change, use workforce data to inform decisions, and build collaborative relationships across the College.

Job details

As a global leader in student-managed learning opportunities, we are committed to developing leaders at Lakeland College. It’s something we excel at because of our exceptional team. Their passion and commitment to academic excellence, innovation and achievement is what sets Lakeland apart, as an educator and an employer. Join our team and be part of helping our students take the lead not only into the future, but today. Lakeland College is seeking a collaborative and strategic Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) to join our Human Resources team. As a trusted advisor to leaders across assigned client groups, the HRBP provides strategic and operational HR support that helps advance College priorities and organizational success. This position works closely with leaders to align people strategies with operational needs while ensuring the consistent application of legislation, collective agreements, College policies, and HR best practices. The HRBP provides guidance and expertise in workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, talent management, recruitment, employee development, and change management. Working in partnership with HR operations and College leaders, this role helps deliver integrated, practical people solutions across the organization. Responsibilities Partner with leaders to align people strategies with College priorities and provide trusted HR advice and coaching Support workforce planning, organizational design, succession planning, talent management, and organizational effectiveness Advise leaders on the interpretation and application of policies, collective agreements, legislation, and HR practices Support recruitment, onboarding, retention, employee development, and engagement initiatives Coach leaders and teams through workplace issues, organizational change, and change management initiatives Use workforce data and analytics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and support informed decision-making Build collaborative relationships with employees, leaders, union representatives, and HR colleagues Promote inclusive leadership, HR best practices, and continuous improvement Qualifications A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field. A combination of experience and education may be considered. 5-7 years of progressive experience in human resources Experience supporting leaders in post-secondary and/or unionized organization CPHR designation is considered an asset Experience with workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, talent management, and change management Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply policies, collective agreements, employment legislation, and HR practices Strong coaching, consultation, communication, and relationship-building skills Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion when working with sensitive and confidential matters Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with employees and leaders at multiple levels of an organization This is an Administrative Full-time Continuing position, with a salary range of $78,480 to $102,780/annum. This position is based out of the Vermilion campus, with the need to travel between the Lloydminster and Vermilion campuses. This position will remain open until filled. All resumes are to be submitted electronically on our website www.Lakelandcollege.ca All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered. Those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Partner with College leaders to align people strategies with organizational priorities, advising on workforce planning, talent management, recruitment, employee development, and workplace matters. Apply HR policies and legislation consistently, support organizational change, use workforce data to inform decisions, and build collaborative relationships across the College.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field is requested, though an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered; a CPHR designation is an asset. Candidates should have 5–7 years of progressive HR experience, ideally supporting leaders in a post-secondary or unionized organization, along with strong coaching, consultation, communication, judgment, and relationship-building skills.

Listed skills

• Recruitment · Preferred
• Change Management · Preferred
• Coaching · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Workforce Planning
• Organizational Design
• Succession Planning
• Talent Management
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Recruitment
• Employee Development
• Change Management
• Policy Interpretation
• Collective Agreement Interpretation
• Employment Legislation
• Coaching
• Consultation
• Communication
• Workforce Data Analysis
• Relationship Building

Job areas

• Human Resources
• Management & Leadership
• Education
• Administrative