Human Resources Representative

**Join us to shape the future of St. Catharines**:
**About the City**:
At the City of St. Catharines, we are committed to realizing the vision outlined in The City of St. Catharines - Strategic Plan 2023 to 2027. Our goal is to cultivate a city that thrives on safety, innovation, sustainability, and caring, not just for today, but for generations to come. Join our team and be part of a meaningful journey to shape the future of our community, leaving a lasting impact that extends far beyond the present.

**About the Role**:
As a dedicated member of our Human Resources Team, this role provides support with Health and Safety and Disability Management but it will also support across all HR functions in recruitment, labour relations, training and development, and compensation and benefit administration. This position ensures seamless operations while delivering exceptional service to both internal and external stakeholders.

**What You Will be Doing**:
**Health and Safety**:

- Review, research, and update health and safety policies.
- Support health and safety initiatives, including booking medicals and hearing tests.
- Support training initiatives, including updating content, deliverables and being on-site to help facilitate.
- Assist with site visits, investigations, and inspections.
- Record incidents in Parklane and other relevant systems as necessary.
- Generate reports and audit incident information.
- Assist with the rollout of the new electronic incident reporting system.

**Disability Management**:

- Review daily absence reports and determine next steps in accordance with policies.
- Monitor daily COVID screening failures and follow up with staff according to Public Health guidelines.
- Assist with paperwork submissions to third parties such as WSIB, OMERS, and long-term disability providers.
- Support the return-to-work process, including communication and documentation.
- Review absenteeism information against standards and assist with the attendance management program.
- Complete administrative tasks related to employee absences, such as preparing change of status reports for payroll.

**Other Duties**:
Provide support to the HR team with a range of duties, which may include:

- Assist with recruitment activities, such as job postings and interview scheduling.
- Act as a backup for scheduling grievance meetings and union business.
- Assist with special HR projects and various administrative tasks as needed.
- Perform data entry and records management.
- Deliver exceptional customer service to internal and external business partners.
- These responsibilities outline the principal functions of the position and serve as a guiding vision for the role's impact and contribution._

**About You**:
**Qualifications**:

- University degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or Industrial/Labour Relations is required. Post-secondary education in health and safety management is preferred.
- Completion of coursework for a professional HR designation (e.g., CHRP).
- Three years of related HR experience, preferably in a unionized environment.
- Experience working with external agencies such as the Ministry of Labour and Workplace Safety and Insurance Board.
- Strong knowledge of relevant Acts and regulations (e.g., OHSA, ESA, LRA, Human Rights Code, WSIB, Pension and Benefits Act, AODA).

**Skills**:

- Self-motivated with proven initiative and strong multitasking abilities.
- Demonstrates professional customer service skills, effective communication, and strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, website maintenance, and quick adaptation to new software.
- Works effectively in a team environment, liaising with internal and external stakeholders while maintaining strict confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive information.

**Other Requirements**:

- Valid Ontario Driver’s Licence, Class “G”, and access to a reliable vehicle for travel between City work locations is required.
- Proven completion of Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness training.
- A demonstrated commitment to enhancing a safety culture.
- Proof of education will be required upon hire.

**What’s in it for you**:

- Salary & Benefits: Get a competitive salary plus health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage (for eligible positions).
- Pension Plan: Enjoy enrollment in the OMERS pension plan with matched contributions for a secure retirement. Learn more at OMERS.
- Flexibility: Achieve work-life balance with our hybrid work environment (for eligible positions).
- Professional Development: Access training and development funds to support your career growth.
- Make Your Mark: Share your ideas, drive change, and leave a lasting impact through modernization efforts.
- Great People: Work with a supportive team and a leadership team focused on growth and success.

**Other Job Details**:

- ** Salary Range**: $74,256 - $86,887
- ** Employee Group**:Non-union
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