Discover
The Opportunity
Human Resources Business Partner
Corporate Services
Location: Halifax Nova Scotia
Type of Employment: Full Time Permanent
Union Status: Excluded (non-union)
Competition # COR 26044
Closing Date: May 19 2026
The Opportunity
Reporting to the HR Manager the HR Business Partner supports a designated client group by building strong relationships learning the business and understanding internal needs. The role provides strategic consulting coaching and HR advice to leaders across core areas including workforce planning recruitment performance management compensation and employee relations. Working in a complex unionized environment with multiple collective agreements the HR Business Partner supports labour relations through grievance handling labour-management meetings and interpretation and application of collective agreements. The role also supports workplace investigations policy interpretation and issue resolution ensuring compliance with applicable legislation and agreements.
What youll do
Responsibilities
- Acts as the primary HR contact for a designated client group building trusted relationships and providing practical solutions-focused advice in a complex unionized environment. Identifies emerging issues and applies HR expertise grounded in ethical behaviour integrity and experience.
- Works with leaders on employee and labour relations performance management workforce planning policy interpretation and day-to-day HR matters to support decision-making and process improvement.
- Leads or supports workplace investigations grievances and disciplinary matters works with unions and legal counsel and contributes to improvements to HR policies and practices.
- Participates in labour-management and leadership meetings to address issues support collaboration and resolve concerns.
- Gathers feedback from internal clients and uses insights to improve future HR initiatives including recruitment training content development and workforce development.
- Collaborates with other HR Business Partners and subject matter experts to align approaches share information and support consistent HR practices across the organization.
- Supports capability-building across the organization by sharing recommendations coaching leaders on HR issues and contributing to organizational goals.
What youll need
Qualifications
Must Have
- Completion of post-secondary education in Human Resources with several years of progressive experience as an HR Business Partner Generalist or Specialist.
- Experience working in a multi-collective agreement environment with strong skills in negotiation mediation and interpretation of collective agreements.
- Direct HR Business Partner experience providing client-focused coaching and consulting and building and maintaining relationships across diverse client groups.
- Demonstrated experience conducting workplace investigations including employee misconduct and respectful workplace complaints.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in desktop software particularly Microsoft Office.
- Strong knowledge of relevant employment-related legislation including Labour Standards Human Rights and Privacy legislation.
Nice to Have
- Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) Designation.
The Fine Print
An equivalent combination of training education and experience may be considered.
This position requires a valid drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle. Some travel within province is required.
A little bit about us
Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency
At the Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency (NSPHA) we take pride in managing maintaining and operating government-owned public housing across the province. From single-family homes to high-rise apartments our goal is simple: to provide safe affordable housing that helps individuals and families build better lives in communities where they can thrive.
When you join our team youll work alongside dedicated professionals who care deeply about making a positive impact and providing exceptional service. We offer a competitive total compensation package that recognizes your contributions supports your well-being and gives you the opportunity to be a part of something meaningful. Together we are shaping the future of public housing in Nova Scotia. If youre ready to make a difference wed love to hear from you. Apply today!
Are you interested
Work With Us
What We Offer
- Salary: $84926.23 - $110404.64 annually (MC 21)
- Schedule: 35-hour work week
Full-time permanent employees also receive:
- Comprehensive benefits including health dental life insurance and pension
- Paid vacation holidays sick time and additional leaves
- Work-life balance supports such as modified work weeks
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
Apply Today
We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you require accommodation at any stage of the process please let us know. If youre part of an equity group we encourage you to self-identify when applying.
Please submit your application through . We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
DiscoverThe OpportunityHuman Resources Business PartnerCorporate ServicesLocation: Halifax Nova ScotiaType of Employment: Full Time PermanentUnion Status: Excluded (non-union)Competition # COR 26044Closing Date: May 19 2026The OpportunityReporting to the HR Manager the HR Business Partner supports a...
Discover
The Opportunity
Human Resources Business Partner
Corporate Services
Location: Halifax Nova Scotia
Type of Employment: Full Time Permanent
Union Status: Excluded (non-union)
Competition # COR 26044
Closing Date: May 19 2026
The Opportunity
Reporting to the HR Manager the HR Business Partner supports a designated client group by building strong relationships learning the business and understanding internal needs. The role provides strategic consulting coaching and HR advice to leaders across core areas including workforce planning recruitment performance management compensation and employee relations. Working in a complex unionized environment with multiple collective agreements the HR Business Partner supports labour relations through grievance handling labour-management meetings and interpretation and application of collective agreements. The role also supports workplace investigations policy interpretation and issue resolution ensuring compliance with applicable legislation and agreements.
What youll do
Responsibilities
- Acts as the primary HR contact for a designated client group building trusted relationships and providing practical solutions-focused advice in a complex unionized environment. Identifies emerging issues and applies HR expertise grounded in ethical behaviour integrity and experience.
- Works with leaders on employee and labour relations performance management workforce planning policy interpretation and day-to-day HR matters to support decision-making and process improvement.
- Leads or supports workplace investigations grievances and disciplinary matters works with unions and legal counsel and contributes to improvements to HR policies and practices.
- Participates in labour-management and leadership meetings to address issues support collaboration and resolve concerns.
- Gathers feedback from internal clients and uses insights to improve future HR initiatives including recruitment training content development and workforce development.
- Collaborates with other HR Business Partners and subject matter experts to align approaches share information and support consistent HR practices across the organization.
- Supports capability-building across the organization by sharing recommendations coaching leaders on HR issues and contributing to organizational goals.
What youll need
Qualifications
Must Have
- Completion of post-secondary education in Human Resources with several years of progressive experience as an HR Business Partner Generalist or Specialist.
- Experience working in a multi-collective agreement environment with strong skills in negotiation mediation and interpretation of collective agreements.
- Direct HR Business Partner experience providing client-focused coaching and consulting and building and maintaining relationships across diverse client groups.
- Demonstrated experience conducting workplace investigations including employee misconduct and respectful workplace complaints.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in desktop software particularly Microsoft Office.
- Strong knowledge of relevant employment-related legislation including Labour Standards Human Rights and Privacy legislation.
Nice to Have
- Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) Designation.
The Fine Print
An equivalent combination of training education and experience may be considered.
This position requires a valid drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle. Some travel within province is required.
A little bit about us
Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency
At the Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency (NSPHA) we take pride in managing maintaining and operating government-owned public housing across the province. From single-family homes to high-rise apartments our goal is simple: to provide safe affordable housing that helps individuals and families build better lives in communities where they can thrive.
When you join our team youll work alongside dedicated professionals who care deeply about making a positive impact and providing exceptional service. We offer a competitive total compensation package that recognizes your contributions supports your well-being and gives you the opportunity to be a part of something meaningful. Together we are shaping the future of public housing in Nova Scotia. If youre ready to make a difference wed love to hear from you. Apply today!
Are you interested
Work With Us
What We Offer
- Salary: $84926.23 - $110404.64 annually (MC 21)
- Schedule: 35-hour work week
Full-time permanent employees also receive:
- Comprehensive benefits including health dental life insurance and pension
- Paid vacation holidays sick time and additional leaves
- Work-life balance supports such as modified work weeks
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
Apply Today
We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you require accommodation at any stage of the process please let us know. If youre part of an equity group we encourage you to self-identify when applying.
Please submit your application through . We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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