Port Saint John - 3 Jobs
Saint John, NB
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Job Details:
The Opportunity:
Port Saint John is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual as a Human Resources Coordinator for a 15-month contract term. As a Human Resources Coordinator at Port Saint John, you will bring your passion for people and connection everyday by being involved in various HR activities! Everyday brings a new opportunity to be involved in recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, and compliance with labor laws. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, you will play a crucial role in elevating workplace culture, supporting an amazing team, ensuring smooth HR operations, and shaping the future of HR at Port Saint John!
Your Focus:
- Manage the onboarding and offboarding of all employees.
- Facilitate full cycle recruiting, including candidate screening, interviewing, and job offering.
- Manage the student experience program.
- Facilitate benefits coordination, including liaising with benefits carriers and employees.
- Work closely with payroll administrator regarding changes to employee information including, salary, benefits, arrivals, and departures.
- Advise employees on the interpretation and administration of human resources policies, regulations, and procedures to promote a better understanding of human resources practices and ensure adherence to accepted policies and principles.
- Support with policy review & development.
- Support the management of the training budget, including connecting employees to training and development opportunities and funding opportunities.
- Organize internal training events and coaching opportunities.
- Organize staff meetings and staff events.
- Support with strategic planning initiatives and special projects.
- Participate in relevant workplace committees and support employee wellness programs.
- Develop and manage job descriptions and performance evaluations for all employees.
- Assist in the Collective Bargaining process and support a healthy industrial relations program.
- General administration functions, including office management responsibilities, as well as support for the budget management activities.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, inculding the application of the Canada Labour Code.
Qualifications:
- Two years of experience in a human resources or related role in a progressive and dynamic workplace; experience working in a unionized environment is preferred.
- Post-secondary education in Human Resources Management. CPHR not required but considered an asset.
- Eligible to obtain Marine Transportation Security Clearance through Transport Canada.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the fundamentals of HR Management and related legislation.
- Strong relationship building abilities, the ability to develop and implement goals and priorities.
- Strong attention to detail, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal direction and capable of prioritizing work as required.
- Ability to work in a confidential manner with sensitive information.
You Are:
- A team player.
- Invested in your local community.
- Dependable & professional.
- Open to learning and trying new things.
- Continuous improvement focused.
You share the following values, where you:
- Keep safety and wellness at the forefront and make decisions based on a safety-first approach.
- Demonstrate initiative, innovation, and perseverance in the face of obstacles.
- Treat people with respect and build trust by honouring your promises and being open and honest in your interactions.
- Believe in continuous learning and development for both you and your fellow team members.
- Include others in your work through community and stakeholder engagement and building relationships.
Why Join Our Team?
At Port Saint John, we're committed to investing in the health, well-being, and growth of our staff through a comprehensive benefits package.
- Superior Medial & Dental: At 100% employer-paid, our medical and dental benefits are the gold standard in health and wellness for you and your family.
- Defined Contribution Pension: Planning for the future is easier thanks to 6% employer matching.
- Wellness Programs: Targeting both physical and mental health to support your overall well-being.
- Hybrid Workplace: Offering freedom and flexibility via our hybrid work environment.
- Professional Development: Investing in your professional growth through training opportunities aimed at enhancing your skills and advancing your career.
- Positive Culture: Fostering a strong sense of collaboration via several engagement events and activities for staff.