People Success Partner (Temporary)

About Bow Valley College

Bow Valley College is Calgary’s college with local impact and global reach, serving more than 15,000 students. We launch our students by preparing them for in-demand jobs through high-quality, future-oriented education. We advance our graduates into careers in healthcare, technology, business, entertainment arts, social services, and more, contributing to our economy and community. We evolve our students through work-integrated learning, upskilling, and reskilling.

Proud to be named one of Canada’s Top 50 research colleges, our applied research focuses on health and educational technology, and social innovation. Home to the Digital Entertainment Nexus, Calgary’s first esports arena, and the Bears varsity team, Bow Valley College is celebrating 60 years of student success. Learn more about the opportunities we create
at bowvalleycollege.ca. 

Position Summary

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, values-driven environment? As a People Success Partner (HR Business Partner), you'll be a trusted advisor to leaders across the College, helping them achieve their strategic goals through proactive, practical HR support.

You will build strong partnerships with Deans, Directors, and leaders at all levels, offering strategic advice and consultation in areas such as labour relations, disability management and accommodations, performance management, and employee engagement and development. Your work will directly support the College’s vision of fostering a high-performing, inclusive, and engaged workplace community. Reporting into the Manager, Labour and Employee Relations, you will be part of a high-functioning team, engaging in meaningful work that directly contributes to employee success and organizational excellence.

What You'll Be Doing:

Labour & Employee Relations: Provide expert advice on interpreting and applying collective agreements, employment standards, human rights legislation, and college policies. Support grievance handling, investigations, mediations, and other employee relations matters with a thoughtful, interest-based approach.

Strategic HR Advisory: Guide leaders through complex HR matters, including performance management, accommodations, workplace conflict resolution, and progressive discipline, balancing compliance with fairness and organizational values.

Disability Management: Partner with leaders and a junior business partner to manage disability claims, accommodations, and return-to-work plans, ensuring support for both employees and operational needs.

Organizational Effectiveness:
Lead and support initiatives that build employee engagement, retention, and leadership capability. Use data from engagement surveys and exit interviews to drive continuous improvement.

Collaboration & Leadership: Actively contribute to College-wide HR initiatives, collective bargaining preparation, change management efforts, and the development of performance management tools and resources.

Culture Champion:
Promote a positive, inclusive work environment by modeling trust, professionalism, and relationship-building in all interactions.

What sets you apart?

You're a strategic thinker who knows how to build genuine partnerships and find practical solutions without getting lost in red tape. Approachable and professional, you bring a calm, diplomatic presence to complex situations and thrive in collaborative environments where teamwork and trust are essential. You’re just as comfortable advising on high-level strategy as you are rolling up your sleeves to tackle the day-to-day work. With solid experience in the public sector, including handling complex investigations, grievances and arbitrations, you're well-versed in the unique challenges of serving a diverse community within a dynamic and often nuanced environment.

Qualifications

Post-secondary education in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, or a related field (required); a CPHR or equivalent designation is considered a strong asset.

5+ years of progressive HR experience, with a focus on labour relations and HR advising in unionized environments, preferably in the post-secondary and/or public sectors.

Ability to understand and interpret collective agreements and applicable legislation, such as Labour Relations Code, Employment Standards Code, etc.

Extensive experience in supporting leaders through grievance and arbitration process.

Deep knowledge of employment and labour legislation, human rights obligations, and privacy requirements.

Proven success supporting complex employee relations, workplace investigations, accommodations.

Exceptional relationship-building, influencing, and coaching skills — able to work effectively at all levels of an organization.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR management systems (HRMS/HRIS).

Closing Date:  April 3, 2026

This opening is a temporary (Exempt) position with an anticipated in August, 2027. Please note all successful candidates will be required to provide copies of government issued identification and proof of educational qualifications upon hire and may be required to provide an enhanced police information check. If your education was received internationally, we will require you provide an international education assessment through IQAS, WES, or one of the other nationally designated organizations upon hire.

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Bow Valley College is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees including, but not limited to, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.