Mount Royal University Looking for Assistant Professor, Human Resources at Calgary, AB Full Time

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor degrees and 38 majors.

Mount Royal University is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is “Mohkinstsis,” which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.

Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.

About the Faculty of Business and Communication Studies

Mount Royal University’s Faculty of Business and Communication Studies is formed by two schools. The Bissett School of Business offers a four-year Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree as well as diploma and certificate programs, with majors in Accounting, General Management, Human Resources, and Marketing; concentrations in Financial Analysis, Financial Services, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, International Business, Social Innovation, and Supply Chain Management; a diploma in Aviation; and 14 minors. It is home to approximately 45 full-time faculty and 65 contract faculty. The School of Communication Studies offers an undergraduate Bachelor of Communication, with majors in Broadcast Media Studies, Information Design, Journalism, and Public Relations as well as certificates in International Communications and Online Journalism. It is home to approximately 25 full-time faculty and 37 contract faculty.

About the Human Resources Program

The Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources helps students build a solid academic foundation to pursue career possibilities in human resources (HR). The program focuses on driving organizational performance through recruitment and selection, compensation and benefits, employee performance and engagement, learning and development, labour relations, transition management, organizational metrics, and HR strategy. Our graduates are well prepared to pursue a career in Human Resources and the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) designation.

About the Role

This is an internal posting. This tenure-track faculty will be hired into a teaching/service (TS) work pattern. The successful candidate will become an integral member of our full-time Human Resources team. This means that the faculty member will be responsible for teaching four courses each semester and will be an active participant in various service roles.

Areas of teaching may include: Introduction to Human Resources, Labour Relations, Employee Relations, Compensation & Benefits, Transition Management, Strategic Human Resource Management and with the possibility of developing and delivering special topics in HR course(s) in the future. Applicants are encouraged to highlight their qualifications and interest in each applicable subject area.

Responsibilities

● Instruction: course delivery including preparation of course outlines, other course materials, course activities, lesson preparation and assessments, and course learning management systems; and

● Administration: administer final exams, input final grades upon course completion, and participate in course-related meetings, as required; and

● Service: May include: coaching student competition teams, mentoring student clubs, assisting with the development of curriculum, and serving on departmental or university committees; and

● Community: At Mount Royal University our industry connections are an important and integral part of our programs. The successful candidate will be required to actively liaise with industry partners or professional associations on behalf of the Bissett School of Business.

Qualifications

● A Master’s degree is required. A completed PhD in human resources, or closely related field, by the time of appointment is an asset.

● Teaching experience in human resources at the post-secondary level and the ability to teach introductory through to senior level human resources courses;

● Demonstrated professional human resources experience and expertise;

● Strong interpersonal, presentation and communication skills;

● Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation is an asset;

● Experience with Indigenization or Indigenous Peoples is an asset.

What We Offer

Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions.

At Mount Royal University, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace. Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. Mount Royal University offers a competitive total compensation package including health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days, and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre.

Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, climbing, aquatics, sports and certifications for students, employees, and the public.

Due to changing Covid-19 precautions, this role may possibly require the incumbent to temporarily work from home. Access to a secure personal computer and stable internet connection is required.

MRU supports full immunization as the best way to protect yourself and our campus community and strongly recommends vaccination against COVID-19.

Closing Date: April 5, 2022

If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request.

A complete dossier should be submitted including:
● Cover letter describing your interest in the position, including service contributions, any research interests, and your thoughts on contributing to a collaborative and inclusive culture;

● Curriculum Vitae;

● Teaching Philosophy Statement;

● Names and contact information for three (3) references;

● Evidence of teaching effectiveness including student evaluations.

Your complete dossier should be submitted as a single Adobe PDF (.pdf) document quoting competition #997184. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Competition Number], Application Dossier.pdf (e.g., Smith, 997184, Application Dossier.pdf).