HR Generalist

at  Downtown Winnipeg BIZ

The Downtown Winnipeg BIZ promotes, cares and advocates for a vibrant and inclusive downtown where
business thrives and people are drawn to work, live, shop, and explore. We host events, promote
downtown, keep the neighbourhood clean and attractive and are a voice for the downtown community.
Our downtown is on Treaty No. 1 territory and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.
As our HR Generalist, reporting to the Director of Human Resources, you will be responsible for providing
full HR support to department leaders, up to the Manager level, including managing key day-to-day HR
functions, such as recruitment, onboarding, performance management, conflict resolution, benefits
administration, payroll support, employee communications etc.
Our ideal candidate is a problem solver and analytical thinker, who excels at developing trust-based
relationships with managers and employees and has a demonstrated strength in project management.
You are an innovative and collaborative HR professional who is passionate about Downtown Winnipeg.

OUR REQUIREMENTS:

• Related post-secondary education and min 2 years’ experience in an HR Generalist role; preferably

with or working toward a CPHR designation

• Strong knowledge and understanding of HR best practices and legislative compliance with respect to

employment, health and safety, and all HR functions and responsibilities

• Demonstrated ability to be adaptable, work effectively and independently with a focus on meeting

business objectives and deadlines

• Excellent written, oral, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, probe, analyze and problem solve issues
• Proven ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints, maintaining confidentiality

and modeling respectful behaviour

• Works well in a team-oriented environment
• Strong organizational skills, including effective prioritization and follow-up
• Solid computer skills with experience using MS Office and electronic payroll system, (preferably

Payworks) is essential
QUALIFIED CANDIDATES should submit their cover letter and resume with salary expectations to
careers@downtownwinnipegbiz.com. Please include position title in the subject line. Please be advised
only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This posting will remain open until suitable

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide managers with end-to-end recruitment & selection support, including drafting and presenting

employment contracts

• Coordinate new hire onboarding, including working with new employees in completing all new hire

documentation and guiding managers in proper onboarding practices ensuring a seamless transition

in joining the organization

• In collaboration with managers, develop annual training and development plans, to enhance employee

engagement and retention and ensure staff are up to date on all mandatory departmental training

• Coordinate all mandatory HR training including sourcing facilitator and training spaces
• Ensure managers have proper leadership training, and where needed, provide guidance and

support, in an advisory capacity, regarding employee issues, performance management, conflict

resolution and positive change management

• Support internal investigations on employee related matters
• Provide guidance to employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and compliance matters

to ensure employees are treated fairly

• Promote a positive workplace culture through various engagement initiatives
• Draft all general HR notifications and communications and support in the updating of the HR manual

and updating/development of HR policies

• Provide payroll support and administer employee benefits programs; assist with inquiries related to

compensation and benefits

• Maintain/update physical and electronic employee files
• Track HR analytics and prepare quarterly and ad hoc reports as requested
• Manage sick leave, WCB claims and correspondence, and participate in developing return-to-work

plans

• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR initiatives including research, analysis and

presenting recommendations

• Provide support to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Health and Safety Committees

employment, health and safety, and all HR functions and responsibilities

• Demonstrated ability to be adaptable, work effectively and independently with a focus on meetin