HR Coordinator

Join to apply for the HR Coordinator role at UJA Federation of Greater Toronto At UJA Federation of Greater Toronto, our vision is to lead the most vibrant Jewish community in North America - a community characterized by its diversity, unity, compassion, generosity and commitment to Jewish values. Together with our philanthropic, volunteer and professional leadership, we’re changing lives. As one of North America’s leading Jewish non-profits, UJA Federation of Greater Toronto works to preserve and strengthen the quality of Jewish life in Greater Toronto, Canada, Israel and around the world. UJA advances this mission through fundraising, programs, and research focused on our strategic pillars: fighting poverty and improving well-being, growing Jewish education and identity, countering antisemitism and hate, and strengthening connections with Israel and Jewish communities worldwide. About the Opportunity The Human Resources team is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented HR Coordinator to administer and support a full range of HR programs and initiatives. In this role you will work closely with the HR team to deliver impactful programs and support the continued evolution of UJA’s culture. You will be responsible for providing daily administrative and project support in orientation/onboarding, data management, HRIS maintenance and more. Responsibilities Support the full employee life cycle ensuring a positive employee experience and alignment with UJA’s mission and values Provide day-to‑day HR operational support including maintaining employee data in HRIS, responding to employee inquires, and engaging in our programs and processes Create and send out offer letters for new hires Coordinate onboarding process for new hires through sending out paperwork, setting up employee profiles in BambooHR, etc. Assign compliance training to new hires and ensure completion within prescribed timelines Maintain confidential employee files, process changes and ensure HRIS is accurate and up to date Support recruitment activities through posting roles, screening applicants and scheduling interviews As a culture ambassador support and engage with internal culture/social events Perform other HR duties as assigned Qualifications Post‑secondary degree in Human Resources, or related field, or equivalent experience 2+ years’ relevant work experience Passionate advocate and visible champion of UJA’s mission, values, and goals, inspiring others through action and unwavering commitment to advancing our shared purpose CHRP in progress is an asset Working knowledge of the Ontario Employment Standards Act and other relevant legislation Experience working in a unionized environment is an asset Experience with BambooHR and/or other HRIS Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to quickly build rapport with colleagues A self‑starter with excellent organizational, prioritizing and time‑management skills Detail‑oriented with a strong sense for accuracy Enthusiasm, creativity, innovation and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment Able to maintain a high degree of discretion and confidentiality of all HR information This is a full‑time permanent position. As UJA currently operates on a hybrid basis, please note that UJA’s offices are closed on all Jewish holy days (yom tov) and the Jewish Sabbath (Shabbat). Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume. Only those applicants invited for interview will be contacted. Please be advised that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of professional references and background checks including Social Media Account(s) and a Police Records Check/Vulnerable Sector Screening. Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility UJA Federation supports a diverse candidate and employment experience. We are proud of our dynamic professional team, which reflects the diversity of the Jewish community and general community alike in Greater Toronto. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all communities. We encourage you to follow us to get regular updates on open roles. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and believe this is essential to ensure that every member of our team can thrive. We adhere to barrier‑free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code‑protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr