Human Resources Consultant II Full-time Job

Job Summary: As a member of the Vancouver Public Library’s Human Resources Department, the Human Resources Consultant is the primary point of contact for operational partners within their assigned portfolio and consults on a wide variety of issues including employee and labour relations, performance management, recruitment and selection, disability management, classification and compensation, HR metrics/reporting, and organizational development. The Consultant leads or assists in the development and execution of HR projects providing project coordination and HR expertise related to the project.

 

Job Requirements:

Education/Qualifications:

• A university degree in Human Resources or related field.  Professional Human Resources designation (CPHR) preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive related human resources experience in a large organization, preferably within the public sector and union environment.
• Considerable experience working within the labour relations field.
• Full cycle recruitment experience, experience with high volume recruitment is preferred.
• Experience supporting training and development programming.
• Experience in a municipal or library environment and familiarity with local government regulatory requirements would be an asset.

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent knowledge of Human Resources practices, including labour relations.
• Thorough knowledge of recruitment best practices.
• Current knowledge of library service, administration and management would be an asset.
• Strong commitment to serving clients; open, pragmatic and responsive to clients and community.
• Demonstrated ability to manage the delivery of human resources services and to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities at the same time.
• Ability to be innovative and flexible in a rapidly changing library environment, and to lead organizational change, development of staff and teamwork
• Demonstrated level of professionalism and confidentiality with strong ethics.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem-solving ability supplemented by strong analytical and organizational skills
• Good working knowledge of database programs and proficient with programs including Microsoft Office and advanced complex human resources systems.

 

Affiliation: Exempt
Employment Type: Regular Full-Time
Salary: $84,849 to $105,602 annually
Work Schedule: 

Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm

Note: Work schedules may change with reasonable notice

 

Closing date: Thursday, November 21st at 11:59pm

 

While the Library thanks you in advance, only those candidates being considered will be contacted.

 

Vancouver Public Library is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve.  We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds including Indigenous Peoples, LGBTQ2S+, all genders, ethnicities, and persons with disabilities.  Should you be shortlisted and require an accommodation during the selection process, please provide details to the hiring committee.

Vancouver, a bustling west coast seaport in British Columbia, is among Canadas densest, most ethnically diverse cities. A popular filming location, its surrounded by mountains, and also has thriving art, theatre and music scenes. Vancouver Art Gallery is known for its works by regional artists, while the Museum of Anthropology houses preeminent First Nations collections.