Human Resources Specialist

Job description:

At Preszler Law Firm, we believe our people, our culture and the way we do business is important. That's why when we hire; we look for a combination of fit and skills.

We have an exciting opportunity at our Calgary office to join the role of a Human Resources Specialist working with Management. Your role will include but are not limited to the following:

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day operations and human resources support to ensure the smooth running of the human resources department and office operations.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, offers, and conduct reference checks.
• Support with staff scheduling, time-off tracking, department coverage and maintain accurate employee records.
• Support performance management processes, including coaching, documentation, action plans, and follow-up.
• Manage budgetary procedures for purchasing of office supplies and IT equipment.
• Administer full cycle payroll via Dayforce for 50+ employees.
• Manage employee relations matters, maintain accurate documentation, and escalate legal or high-risk issues to senior leadership or external counsel as appropriate.
• Oversee inventory of IT equipment, software programs and coordinate with IT to troubleshoot staff technical issues.
• Provide coverage for the HR and Office Administrator during leave periods.
• Coordinate department training, benefit administration, employee engagement initiatives and internal HR communications.
• Help maintain a positive and professional office environment in line with the firm’s values and policies.
• Perform other general administration duties as needed.

Experience:

• Minimum three years of progressive HR experience in a specialist or similar role.
• Minimum one year of payroll processing experience. Experience with Ceridian Dayforce an asset.
• Working knowledge of Alberta’s employment standards, human rights obligations and HR best practices.
• Experience in a legal or professional services environment is an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication, relationship-building, good judgement and management skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing work demands, volumes and schedules and ability to exercise initiative independently.
• Ensure confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive employee information.

We offer a friendly work environment, a competitive salary and a benefits package. This is a full time and permanent position.

Must be able to start within 2-3 weeks.

We thank all applicants however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Wellness program
• Work from home

Experience:

• Payroll: 1 year (required)
• Human resources: 3 years (preferred)