HR Coordinator, Bilingual; English​/French

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future. English and French versions below / Versions anglaise et française ci-dessous

This position is a primary support to employees and managers for all areas of HR and is responsible for HR delivery to the business region. Such responsibilities include assisting in the recruiting process, administrative functions, employee relations, and employee communications in both English and French.

• Supports the HR Manager, operation(s) and business units including the following
• Developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating workplace action plans and policies;
• Employee and Labour Relations and employee relations matters, including investigations, terminations etc;
• Progressive discipline and counselling of employees via our Performance Improvement Action Plan process;
• Disability management process (i.e.
  
  - Occupational & Non-occupational leave of absences) as well as Stay-at-Work and Return-to-Work processes for work-related and non-occupational cases;
• Workforce planning, labour optimization, recruitment, promotions, transfers, demotions, layoffs and terminations;
• Conducting research on an as needed basis, which may include internal and external surveys;
• Introduction and participation in Human Resources related programs, such as Employee Training and Development, Rewards & Recognition, Performance Management, Annual Compensation Review, etc;
• Coordinates new hire orientation program and ensures onboarding is completed and documented;
• Assists in organizing employee engagement events, internal employee communications, and HR Sharepoint content;
• Supports organizational development initiatives including orientation programs and performance reviews;
• Ensure all invoices are coded correctly and submitted Finance for payment;
• Responds to routine questions from employees;
• Responds to and complete requests for information from outside sources (including reference checks, personnel file requests, wage information, etc.);
• Maintains and updates employee files;
• Ensures that all Human Resource forms, policies, manuals, etc. in use in the region are up-to-date;
• Supports and confirms translation of employee communications;
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures;
• Other duties as assigned.

• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Bilingual in French and English is highly preferred;
• Strong customer service focus, interpersonal and organizational abilities;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Demonstrated judgment, creativity, integrity, critical thinking and ability to problem-solve;
• Understanding of Employment related legislation in Eastern Canada;
• Advanced Microsoft computer skills and ability to learn new systems and applications;
• Ability to effectively handle escalations and time-critical issues.

• Completion of a diploma or university degree or equivalent is preferred;
• CPHR or equivalent or progressing towards CPHR;
• 1-2 years’ experience in an HR Assistant or Coordinator role;
• Previous customer service or office administration experience is an asset.

• Ability to sit at a desk and do general office work, which includes periodic sedentary responsibilities;
• Ability to use and view a computer screen for up to 8 hours per day;
• Ability to communicate in-person, via telephone and e-mail without assistance.

• An estimated hourly pay ranging from $32.05 - $33.98 CAD at the time of posting. Individual compensation is determined by factors such as…