Summary

The HR Generalist is responsible for managing a wide range of HR administrative functions, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations while supporting the full employee lifecycle. Leading end-to-end recruitment, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding new hires. This is a non-union position working 35 hours per week.

Description

Everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, supported and loved.

FearIsNotLove (the new brand evolution and operator of Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter) works to inspire and build a dignity driven movement, cultivating communities that are free from domestic violence and abuse. We serve all people to live free from fear, neglect, violence, and abuse through a comprehensive range of innovative programs and services; from prevention and education, to counselling and emergency supports.

The agency plays an important role in the daily lives of individuals and families living with fear in their close relationships. In whatever way domestic violence impacts a person; whether they are a victim, someone who uses abuse and wants to change, or someone who knows another person being abused—FearIsNotLove is here to help.

Our goal is to help people to have violence-free lives, to live without fear, and get to the ultimate outcome – love. It’s what we all want and need. We are looking for people who want to be part of changing the conversation about domestic violence and abuse.

FearIsNotLove creates safe spaces. We listen, we support, we encourage and we are judgement-free. We are relentless in our commitment to our clients, our communities and each other. We believe change is possible. At our core is an uncompromising commitment to our team of talented people who believe in our mission. We believe that when people feel empowered and safe, they are able to move forward with the best decisions for them and their family.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

  • Lead full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selection.
  • Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent.
  • Collaborate with hiring managers to assess staffing needs and define hiring criteria.
  • Manage employer branding initiatives and enhance the candidate experience.
  • Attend job fairs and recruitment events to build talent pipelines.
  • Coordinate and facilitate onboarding and orientation to ensure a smooth transition for new hires.
  • Prepare offer letters, internal transfer documents, contract end notices, and extension letters for temporary employees.
  • Input and maintain accurate employee data in the HIRIS system.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, HR databases, and personnel files.
  • Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, and terminations.
  • Serve as a point of contact for employee benefits inquiries.
  • Monitor the HR inbox, respond to employee inquiries regarding policies and procedures, and escalate as needed.
  • Assist with HR reporting and analytics to support data-driven decision-making.
  • Support employee engagement initiatives and retention strategies.
  • Facilitate training programs related to HR policies and compliance.
  • Collaborate with external organizations and coordinate practicum student placements.
  • Assist in reviewing and updating HR process templates and workflows.
  • Contribute to ongoing improvements in HR operations, ensuring efficiency and best practices.
  • Ensure Compliance with Accreditation Standards; Maintain current police and IRC checks, professional registration (if applicable), and required accreditation-related training.
  • Other duties as assigned to support FearIsNotLove’s programs.

WHAT YOU BRING TO OUR MISSION

  • Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 2-5 years of HR experience, including talent acquisition and HR generalist responsibilities.
  • Strong knowledge of employment standards and HR best practices.
  • Experience with UKG applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS platform.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Proficiency in MS word, Excel and PowerPoint and willingness to learn new tasks.
  • Utilize critical thinking strategies in unpredictable circumstances and to respond effectively.
  • Ability to set priorities and manage workloads with minimal supervision, self-motivated with strong self-management ability.
  • Experience working in a not-for-profit environment would be an asset.
  • Experience working in a unionized environment would be an asset.

IMPORTANT DETAILS YOU NEED TO KNOW

  • Ongoing training and development is a required condition of this position.
  • A criminal records search and an intervention record check are conditions of employment.
  • If eligible for registration with a professional body, registration must be current.
  • In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

Apply to become part of the movement.  FearIsNotLove. Be part of changing the conversation with us. 

CLOSE DATE: This position will remain open until March 26, 2025 or until filled.

FearIsNotLove is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We encourage qualified candidates from all genders, religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply.

We thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We regret that we are unable to accept telephone inquiries.