Human Resources Business Partner

Job Information

Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner

Job Requisition ID: 79856

Ministry: Elections Alberta

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Regular/Temporary: Regular (Permanent)

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: February 22, 2026 at 11:59 pm

Classification: Human Relations 2

Salary: $3,028.16 to $4,152.58 bi-weekly

About Us

Elections Alberta is an independent, non-partisan office of the Legislature. Elections Alberta is responsible for administering provincial elections, by-elections and referendums. Our mission is to serve Albertans as an independent election management body committed to the administration of modern, transparent, and accessible democratic processes that ensure the integrity and enhance the value of Alberta’s electoral system. 

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director, Corporate Services, the Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is responsible for providing human resources support to Elections Alberta/Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (OCEO). This includes the hiring, commencement, and onboarding of all full time and wage employees in the Edmonton office, while also supporting the acquisition of up-to 20,000 election workers, as needed, during a provincial general electoral event. 

The HRBP is expected to provide a wide range of integrated human services to a varied group of employees, while working independently or with management to support the fulfillment of the OCEO’s goals.  The HRBP position is further responsible for supporting the attraction and retention of qualified and suitable employees, analyzing and classifying positions, providing support in the areas of employee relations and performance management, and for supporting management in the maintenance of HCM data in 1GX.

Responsibilities include:

1. Recruitment and selection activities are handled in a timely manner and support the attracting and retaining of qualified and suitable operational and electoral event workforces.
2. Assess and evaluate position descriptions in a fair and equitable manner, ensuring employees are compensated appropriately for their work responsibilities.
3. Provide consultation and planning assistance to people leaders regarding issues management and employee relations to help address workplace issues and employee leaves and ensure alignment with business plans and organizational values.
4. Employee performance management agreements and learning plans are developed to support the successful achievement of business and operational plans and assist staff in achieving their potential.
5. The HRBP supports people leaders by initiating actions for their direct reports as Workplace Administrator (WPA).

Qualifications

A cover letter is required. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. In your cover letter, please briefly summarize your relevant experience and expertise, pertinent strengths and skills, and your reasons for interest in the position. 

Education and Work Experience:

• Related university degree with a minimum of 2 years related experience which demonstrates competencies in human resource functions. Equivalencies may be considered.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the Public Service Act, Master and Subsidiary Agreements, human resource directives, Employment Standards Code, employee relations, staffing and recruitment practices and 1GX HCM functionality.
• Knowledge of the Government of Alberta Occupational Health and Safety program and related acts, regulations and code.
• Thorough knowledge of human resource functions including recruitment, retention, job evaluation, employee relations, and work force planning. 
• Holding or working towards a Chartered Professional Human Resources (CPHR) designation is an asset.

Skills and Abilities:

• Client and results/solution focused.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to establish strong and effective working relationships with management, staff, and external groups.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and at an appropriate level with tact and diplomacy.
• Strong organizational, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Organizational awareness, sensitivity, and change management skills.
• Ability to interpret technical information and communicate it clearly to others in the organization.
• Excellent skills in delivering and coordinating training and information sessions. 
• Ability to take direction, be agile and flexible, and manage competing priorities in a high tempo environment.
• Stress management skills for self and recommend strategies to employees facing stress or requiring coaching.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Plan: 1st Choice Benefits Package and Health Spending Account
• Pension: Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
• Successful candidates may be eligible for our flexible work programs

Notes

This position is exempt from the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE). Final Candidates will be required to undergo a Police Information Check.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) (alberta.ca) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information. It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ education and experience best meets the needs of the position. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies.