Human Resources Associate

University of Alberta

. Develop and maintain relationships with leaders, administrators and key contacts in assigned faculties and departments .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeEdmonton • CanadaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR generalist functions, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and job evaluation, while effectively collaborating with stakeholders and applying collective agreements in a unionized environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

HR Generalist ExperienceCollective Agreement InterpretationRecruitment And Selection SupportPerformance ManagementHR Information Systems Experience

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Hard Skills

Job EvaluationPerformance AppraisalsEmployee RelationsOnboarding ProcessesHR Documentation Preparation

Soft Skills

Client Service SkillsRelationship-Building SkillsJudgment And Problem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention To Detail

Tools & Technologies

PeopleSoft HCMGoogle Workspace

Certifications & Qualifications

CHRP Designation

Industry Keywords

Unionized EnvironmentPublic-Sector ExperienceHR PracticesProcess ImprovementWorkplace Accommodations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain relationships with leaders, administrators and key contacts in assigned faculties and departments
Provide day-to-day HR generalist advice and support for academic and non-academic employee groups and appointment types
Assess and triage HR inquiries, resolving routine matters and escalating complex issues to HR Partners, Shared Services or Centres of Expertise
Advise on appointments, extensions, FTE changes, transfers and other employment changes
Collaborate with HR Partners, Shared Services, Finance and other stakeholders to resolve operational issues
Identify process improvement opportunities and make recommendations
Prepare and review HR correspondence and documentation
Support institutional HR programs, initiatives, projects and committees
Coordinate training and resources for faculties and departments
Support recruitment, selection, recall, staffing and onboarding processes
Coordinate processes for non-Canadian hires and relocation
Analyze and evaluate NASA, MAPS, APO, TLAPO and TRAS support-staff positions using job evaluation methodologies
Conduct job audits and advise on job design, Job Fact Sheets and position descriptions
Interpret and apply collective agreements, handbooks, policies, procedures and HR practices
Support performance appraisals, probationary reviews, performance, attendance and employee-relations matters
Assist with workplace concerns, discipline, terminations, disputes, grievances, complaints, arbitrations and offboarding
Support employee leaves, accommodations and return-to-work planning, including modified duties and permanent accommodations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree, preferably with a specialization in Human Resources or a related discipline
Minimum of 2-3 years of progressively responsible HR experience, including experience providing generalist HR advice and support
Experience working in a unionized environment and applying collective agreements, policies and employment practices
Experience supporting HR functions including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, job evaluation, accommodations and HR operations
Strong client service and relationship-building skills
Demonstrated judgment and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail in HR documentation
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of an integrated HR team
Professionalism, discretion, adaptability and commitment to service excellence
Experience in a large, complex organization or public-sector environment is an asset
Experience with HR information systems, including PeopleSoft HCM, and Google Workspace is an asset
CHRP designation is an asset
Resume and cover letter required for application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton
1-year term position
Salary commensurate with qualifications
Inclusive and accessible hiring process with accommodations available for interviews
Opportunity to participate in institutional HR programs, initiatives, projects and committees
Training and professional development opportunities through facilitating or coordinating training and resources
Position excluded from the bargaining unit
Non-Union Employee (NUE) position