Job Description

Posting Title
BAND 2 - Human Resources Advisor

Position Classification
Band 2

Union
N/A

Location
Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA (Primary)


Salary Range
$69,600 - $98,400 per annum

Close Date
2/20/2023

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date


Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Liquor Distribution Branch

Ministry Branch / Division
BC Liquor Distribution Branch

Job Summary
Human Resources Advisor
Band 2 On November 1, 2021, the BC Public Service announced the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required. It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service. More information can be found here. At the Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) our vision of \xe2\x80\x98Service. Relationships. Results.\xe2\x80\x99 is all about providing a valued service, building strong relationships with our stakeholders, and achieving greater results for the province. The LDB is one of two branches of government responsible for the cannabis and liquor industry of B.C. We operate the wholesale distribution of beverage alcohol and non-medical cannabis within the province, as well as the household retail brands of BC Liquor Stores and BC Cannabis Stores. We employ nearly 5,000 people in over 200 communities and have hundreds of career opportunities spanning our entire wholesale, retail and corporate operations \xe2\x80\x93 from supply chain logistics to high-tech solutions, and everything in between. The LDB has been named one of BC\xe2\x80\x99s Top Employers 12 times over for offering exceptional places to work, flexible work hours and earned days off, extended health and dental benefits, maternity and parental leave top-up payments, a pension program, in-house professional and leadership development, and subsidies for professional accreditation. In Human Resources (HR), we support a large, distributed organization with a range of services from our Talent & Compensation, Organizational Development & Change, Employee Relations and Investigations, and Occupational Health and Safety teams. You\xe2\x80\x99ll get the opportunity to flex your skills in supporting retail, warehouse, and corporate office environments with a unionized employee base. In HR, we know that ensuring employees feel valued and respected and providing opportunities for learning and development is how our business is able to drive efficiencies and profitability. As part of the Talent team, the HR Advisor provides subject-matter expertise and consulting in the areas of recruitment and selection. A big part of your role is to partner with LDB Executives, Directors and management in the organization to proactively develop and recommend strategies to support the needs of the business as it relates to recruitment priorities while ensuring compliance with Human Resource policies, frameworks and legislative requirements. Each HR Advisor plays a key role in continuous improvements that align to the organizational goals and strategies, supporting a diverse portfolio of clients in the business and providing direction and support to their team comprised of an HR Coordinator and HR Assistant. Ability to travel overnight within the Province of British Columbia. Ability to travel to different worksites as required, i.e., distribution centres within the Lower Mainland. A criminal record check is required. For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job description, also located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting. An eligibility list for permanent or temporary future opportunities may be established. Position Requirements: Education and Experience: Degree or diploma in human resource management, business administration or a related field and recent, related* experience.

• Recent, related experience must have occurred in the last 5 years and must include the following:

• A minimum of two years of experience delivering recruitment and selection services to a diverse client group, including a minimum of 6 months of experience designing and conducting panel interviews, preferably in a leadership or advisory capacity.
• A minimum of one year experience in leading a team and providing clear direction and support to administrative support staff, preferably as a direct supervisor.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered, i.e., formal coursework in human resources or business administration combined with a minimum of four years of experience delivering recruitment and selection services to a diverse client group, including a minimum of 6 months of experience designing and conducting panel interviews, preferably in a leadership or advisory capacity. Preference may be given to candidates with any of the following:

• Experience working in a unionized workplace and/or dealing with collective agreement(s).
• Experience in a recruitment role in an organization with a formalized recruitment process subject to external audit.
• Experience conducting and managing a high volume of competitions, i.e., 20 competitions or more at a time.

How to Apply & Application Requirements: In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined in the Position Requirements section above. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies as outlined in the attached . A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process. Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying. For specific position-related enquiries, please contact Vicky Hanlon, HR Advisor, Human Resource Services at 604 252 8537. Only applications submitted using the BC Public Service Recruitment System on this website will be accepted. For more information about how to create or update your profile, please refer to the attached Application Instructions or refer to the Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca before the stated closing time, and they will respond as soon as possible to assist you. The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, M\xc3\xa9tis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:00pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. Late applications will not be accepted.

Job Category
Leadership and Management