Bilingual HR Specialist – Onsite Ottawa
The role reports to the Senior Director of Human Resources and involves supporting business location managers, supervisors, and employees in various HR functions.
Summary of Responsibilities
-
Provide HR advice and recommendations to preserve positive employee-employer relationships, reduce risk, and enhance employee retention and morale.
-
Stay informed on HR trends, employment law changes, and the labor market environment.
-
Support managers in employee development and performance management, including appraisals, improvement plans, and disciplinary actions up to termination.
-
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to assist recruitment processes as needed.
-
Support health and safety programs, including compliance, training, and workplace ergonomics.
-
Resolve employee issues to foster a healthy work environment.
-
Conduct workplace investigations related to harassment, violence, injury, and illness.
-
Assist with workplace accommodations, including individualized plans and return-to-work programs.
-
Manage workplace injury or illness claims and coordinate with provincial bodies for return-to-work activities.
-
Support employee leave programs such as disability, maternity, and personal leaves.
-
Participate in special projects and initiatives.
-
Maintain and update employee records.
-
Perform other HR-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
-
Post-secondary education in Human Resources.
-
2-3 years of HR experience.
-
Bilingual in English and French.
-
Ability to travel within the province.
-
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
-
Strong knowledge of provincial employment legislation.
-
Experience with HRIS systems.
-
CHRP designation or in progress preferred.
Skills and Attributes
-
Accountability for self and others.
-
Ability to lead and embrace change.
-
Positive, professional attitude with strong interpersonal skills.
-
High professional and ethical standards.
-
Organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
-
Effective oral and written communication, including presentations.
-
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
The employer is committed to diversity and accommodations throughout the recruitment process in accordance with accessibility and human rights legislation. Only selected candidates will be contacted.
This role aligns with typical HR coordinator responsibilities, including employee relations, performance management, recruitment support, health and safety, and administrative HR tasks, ensuring smooth HR operations and compliance within the organization
