HR Specialist

Overview We have an exciting Human Resource Specialist opportunity within our dynamic HR team. This role is key to elevating our HR and People Development programs by analyzing, evaluating, and interpreting workforce and job data to generate insights that support strategic business results. Reporting to the Vice President, HR & People Development, you will play a lead role in the design, development, evaluation, and administration of compensation and job evaluation programs. Responsibilities • Perform compensation benchmarking and market analysis, including base salaries and incentives, to evaluate external competitiveness and internal equity. • Participate in salary surveys, interpret market data, and provide clear, data‑driven insights and recommendations to HR leaders and the business. • Conduct job evaluations by reviewing and analyzing job duties, scope, responsibility, and complexity to determine appropriate classification, grade, and internal equity for new and existing roles. • Maintain and support consistent application of job evaluation and compensation practices across functions. • Support the ongoing development and maintenance of compensation frameworks, guidelines, and structures that drive performance while maintaining equity and market relevance. • Maintain HR data tools integrity by ensuring accurate and consistent input of data; perform regular audits and address data concerns. • Analyze data and statistics for trends and patterns with attention to hiring practices, turnover, diversity, engagement, etc. • Coordinate and assist with human resource projects, programs, and special assignments. • Act as a Workday power user for the HR team, supporting compensation and job data accuracy, reporting, audits, and continuous improvement, partnering with HR, Finance, and Technology as needed. Qualifications • 2-4 years of relevant human resource analyst/specialist experience. • Demonstrated ability to act as an HRMS super‑user with hands‑on experience in reporting, audits, workflow management, and applicant tracking systems (preferably Workday). • University degree in Commerce or Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources. • Experience utilizing compensation theory, principles, and practices to perform independent analysis of programs using market data. • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. • Strong analytical, data mining, quantitative, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills. • Excellent verbal, written communication, presentation, facilitation, interpersonal, and consultative skills. • Strong time‑management and organizational skills. • Ability to use sound judgment, discretion, and demonstrate ethical conduct. • Strong business acumen and organizational agility. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, acting strategically and tactically in a fast‑paced environment. • High levels of initiative, enthusiasm, and reliability. • Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) and/or Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation considered an asset. • Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Location & Work Arrangement Either Calgary or Winnipeg. Hybrid remote work available. Travel may be required based upon home terminal location.

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