Human Resources Specialist

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Staff - Non Union Job Category M&P - AAPS Job Profile AAPS Salaried - Human Resources, Level B Job Title Human Resources Specialist Department Human Resources Operations | President's Office, VPA, VPRI | Central Human Resources Compensation Range $6,747.50 - $9,701.42 CAD Monthly The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job. Posting End Date June 17, 2026 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date August 15, 2027 This is a leave replacement for a fixed term duration and includes two vacancies. At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career. Job Summary The Human Resources Specialist is a key member of the centralized HR team supporting the VP Academic (VPA), VP Research & Innovation (VPRI), and Governance portfolios at UBC. Working in close partnership with HR Managers, HR Assistants and client departments, this role delivers operational HR advice and hands-on support across a broad range of functions, including full-cycle recruitment, job classification, compensation administration and collective agreement interpretation. This position serves as a trusted resource for managers and staff navigating the full range of employment matters from performance management and accommodation to onboarding and HR systems. The HR Specialist brings both technical knowledge and strong relationship skills to their work, recognizing that sound advice is most effective when grounded in genuine partnership with the people and teams they support. This role operates within a complex, unionized environment and requires the ability to exercise sound independent judgement while knowing when to refer more sensitive or complex matters to HR Managers. The incumbent is comfortable with overseeing a variety of day-to-day tasks, committed to equitable and inclusive practice, and motivated by contributing to positive working environment for all staff. Organizational Status Reports to the Sr. Manager, Human Resources and takes day-to-day directions from Human Resources Manager(s). Partners with client departments. Works collaboratively with other members of the VPA, VPRI and Governance HR team and with various departments within UBC, including but not limited to: Central Human Resources (Advisory Services and Employee Relations, Compensation, Return to Work, Benefits, Hiring Solutions), Pensions, and Payroll. Work Performed HR Advising: Provides information and general advice to client departments regarding the interpretation of collective agreements and other agreements and handbooks governing conditions of employment, as well as employment policy and legislation affecting the workplace (e.g. Employment Standards, Human Rights Code, and Freedom of Information). Responds to enquiries from departmental managers, union representative and employees. Refers matters which are moderately complex to the Human Resources Manager(s). Provides support to HR Manager(s) and general information and advice on various HR matters, including (but not limited to) performance management issues, organizational restructuring, change management, investigations, grievances, layoffs, terminations, or internal placement procedures involving CUPE 2950 and CUPE 116 staff. Conducts research for grievances and may participate in grievance meetings with the Union. Refers complex matters to HR Manager. Drafts termination letters for review. Identifies and refers more complex issues to Human Resources Manager(s). Facilitates graduated return to work and accommodation processes for employees returning to work and/or accommodations required to remain at work. Partnering with HR Manager(s) on complex/sensitive matters. Coordinates compensation matters and advises management on salary administration for all staff groups including honorariums, probationary, progression to midpoint and merit increases. Advises on all relevant forms and ensures that salary administration process is implemented in compliance with collective agreements/handbooks. Consults with Compensation Team where appropriate. Partnering with and/or referring foreign worker matters to UBC Housing, Immigration and Relocation Services are required. Advises managers to determine temporary staff needs and placement requirements. Provides information and gener