Human resources specialist

Work setting

Coordinate the activities of the HR department in order to ensure they meet the organization's goals
Motivate staff
Plan, develop, implement and evaluate human resources policies and programs
Review HR projects to assure compliance with laws and regulations
Advise managers and employees on the interpretation of human resources policies, benefit programs and collective agreements
Establish and implement policies and procedures
Mediate labour disputes and grievances
Plan, develop and implement recruitment strategies
Research and prepare occupational classifications, job descriptions and salary scales
Administer benefit employment equity and other human resources programs
Research employee benefits and health and safety practices and recommend changes
Advise senior management
Respond to employee questions and complaints
Recruit and hire staff
Propose improvements to methods, systems and procedures
Evaluate work environments, programs and procedures to control, eliminate, and prevent disease or injury