Job Description

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate will be working in our West, Central or East office with a mixture of on and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement is subject to change, based on operational needs.
Job category: Human resources
Job posting ID: 4626
Employment status: Temporary full-time
Position\'s anticipated end date (if temporary): 2024-06-30
Classification: PTS/MGT/IT B
Salary/Rate of pay: $52,300 - $61,500
Application deadline: 2023-06-15
Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page.
Somewhere in Canada there\xe2\x80\x99s a life you can save.
Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving the lives of Canadians. Thousands of Canadians depend on us every day for reliable access to blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.
Join Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference every day.
About the role
In this role you will be responsible for providing guidance and support to employees on HR policies, HR programs, benefits, pension and pay related provisions of multiple collective agreements and the terms & conditions of employment. You will maintain information with regards to employee changes within the Human Resources Information System (HRIS), ensuring the integrity of the data and adherence to best practices. You will also partner with People, Culture and Performance to ensure that new or changing programs, provisions or initiatives are supported and incorporated into internal practices, managed within the HRIS system as appropriate, and provide guidance to employees and managers on their application/eligibility.
Key responsibilities include:

• Applying diversified and complex procedural rules/processes in support of employee changes including new hires, internal moves, leaves of absence, return to work, strike action, layoff and recall, termination and retirement.
• Managing pay related changes in accordance with collective agreement provisions and non-unionized compensation guidelines.
• Administering pension and benefit programs.
• Preparing ad hoc and prescribed reports.

Desired Education and Skills:

• A minimum of one (1) year related experience supporting an HRIS system, preferably SAP.
• Post-secondary level education in Human Resources, Business or a related field.
• Previous experience providing employee support for pay related inquiries and benefits/pension administration.
• Previous experience working within a unionized environment is an asset. The role requires an intimate knowledge of multiple collective agreement provisions relating to pay and employee entitlements.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, being able to exercise sound judgment, tact and discretion when dealing with others.
• Inquisitive mind with an eye for detail.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize work.
• Excellent client service skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in MS Word and Excel.

What we offer you:

• Competitive base salary range
• Percentage in lieu for vacation
• Annual Performance Award up to 5%
• Defined benefits pension plan
• Employee discounts, wellness programs and professional advancement opportunities.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada\xe2\x80\x99s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.
Canadian Blood Services requires that all employees be fully vaccinated (COVID 19 vaccine doses as approved by Health Canada), subject to any medical or other human rights considerations. Persons who have been vaccinated outside of Canada must contact their local Public Health Unit in order to obtain a vaccine equivalency certificate.
If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply! This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment (such as testing) will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.