MINJobs posting: Business Partner, People Services
September 10, 2026
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Business Partner, People Services

Organization:
City of Fort Saskatchewan
Region:
Alberta
Application deadline:
September 27, 2026
Type:
Permanent Full-time
Category:
Human resources
Description
Reporting to the Director, People Services, the Business Partner, People Services serves as a strategic partner and liaison between People Services and an assigned portfolio of departments, providing human resources advice and solutions in support of organizational objectives.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Serve as a strategic People Services advisor to Directors, Managers, and Supervisors, providing guidance on workforce and people-related matters.
  • Partner with leaders on workforce planning, staffing, succession, retention, engagement, and organizational priorities.
  • Provide expertise on organizational reviews, restructuring, change initiatives, position design, and job evaluation.
  • Interpret and advise on collective agreements, employment legislation, policies, procedures, and HR practices.
  • Lead and advise on complex employee and labour relations matters, including investigations, performance management, grievances, discipline, and conflict resolution.
  • Supervise and support People Services Generalists, serving as an escalation point for complex and sensitive HR matters.
  • Provide workforce insights, recommendations, and People Services updates to leadership and contribute to business planning.
Requirements

The successful candidate will possess a post-secondary Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Business, Management, or a related field as well as a Workplace Investigations Certificate. A CPHR Designation and experience in a public sector or unionized environment are considered assets. A minimum of five years of progressive human resources experience across multiple disciplines, including organizational design, job design and evaluation, talent management, and employee relations, with at least two years of labour relations experience, is essential. Experience participating in collective bargaining is considered an asset. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of employment legislation, collective agreements, HR best practices, and employee and labour relations, with demonstrated skills in workplace investigations, job evaluation, conflict resolution, and relationship building. The ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, influence change, and manage multiple priorities is essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint, as well as ERP/HCM systems, is required.

Hours of Work: 37.5 per week; Monday to Friday

Salary & Benefits

We believe in supporting our employees both professionally and personally. In addition to a positive and collaborative work environment, we offer the following:

  • Competitive wages
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP)
  • Employee and family assistance program (EFAP)
  • Heath & Wellness Spending Accounts
  • Earned Days Off (EDO’s)
  • Time Off In Lieu (TOIL)
  • Training/education and professional development opportunities
  • 50% discount for you and your family to applicable City facilities

The City of Fort Saskatchewan offers a wage range of $98,202.00 - $115,537.50 per annum. 

Other relevant information
The City of Fort Saskatchewan offers a wage range of $98,202.00 - $115,537.50 per annum. Qualified applicants are invited to apply in confidence no later than Sunday, September 27, 2026, through the Career Portal on the City’s website at fortsask.njoyn.com/CL3/xweb/xweb.asp?tbtoken=ZlxYShJfDVB6ZwYCQ1VTEU9MdhZQaVVbd1xMIVB5DXlbW0sdWEZodBMBeUcYGhBRT3ZmF3U%3D&chk=ZVpaShM%3D&clid=53662&Page=JobDetails&Jobid=J0926-0081&BRID=361917&lang=1