Assembly of First Nations Looking for Human Resources Generalist at Ottawa, ON Full Time

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Assembly of First Nations

Human Resources (HR) Generalist – Human Resources

Refer to Competition Number 2023-HR-03

Internal and External Competition

Description: The Assembly of First Nations is seeking an experienced, skilled, and motivated individual who, reporting to the Director, HR, will be responsible for carrying out various human resource functions. The HR Department is a partnership with the Assembly of First Nation’s (AFN’s) operations/management team to manage the employee life cycle (e.g., recruitment and staffing, onboarding and orientation, training & development, retention, offboarding employees, etc.). The HR Generalist will provide support to the Human Resources sector and Director, HR. They will be responsible for supporting and advising managers and employees on various human resources functions such as Employee Relations, Performance Management, Recruitment, Disability Leave Management, Health and Safety, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), and Payroll. The HR Generalist provides support and advice to managers and employees by interpreting the HR Policy Manual and verifying its application, and best practices, that align with the administration of Human Resources policies, procedures, and programs.

Who Can Apply: Qualified persons of Indigenous ancestry will be given preference in accordance with s16 (1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Applicants must possess:

• Post Secondary in HR, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• 3-5 years of progressively senior role experience working in HR; preferably, in the Not-for-Profit sector.
• Certified Human Resources Designation is an asset.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working directly with First Nations organizations or communities.
• Understanding of general HR policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Canada Labour Code, Human Rights Act, Occupational Health and Safety, and Employment Equity.
• Knowledge of AFN’s mandate and the stakeholders it serves.
• Knowledge of a (HRIS) and records management. (e.g., Bamboo HR, HR Downloads, and Laserfiche); proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems; Outstanding knowledge of MS Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including people skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in administration of benefits and other HR programs.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information in a professional & discrete manner.
• English is the working language; however, the ability to work in both official languages (English/French) is an asset.
• Ability to work a team player with a result driven approach.

Salary Range and Perks:

AFN offers competitive salaries, strong benefits, and a pension plan.

What can we offer you?

• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Paid time off for December holiday break.
• 100% Employer Paid Group Insurance, including extended health coverage, dental, a health spending account, short-/long-Term disability, and life insurance.
• Pension Plan, with 8% employee contribution matched by employer.
• Annual amount towards participation in physical fitness programs.
• Annual professional development amount.
• Three (3) weeks of paid vacation per year, progressively increasing after years of service.
• Three (3) weeks of paid sick leave per year.
• Nine (9) days of special leave per year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Maternity and parental leave top-up.

Location: Ottawa, Ontario (Hybrid)

Duration: Permanent, Full-time position

Closing Date: March 31, 2023

No applications will be accepted beyond the closing deadline. Interviews will be held in via zoom or Microsoft Teams.

While we appreciate all applications, only those candidates short-listed for an interview will be contacted.

AFN may cancel, postpone, or revise employment opportunities at any time.