People & Culture Associate (Administrator)

**Location**:Hybrid - Toronto or Vancouver Office
- **Hours**:35 Weekly
- **Salary**:$51,066.74 ($28.06 hourly)
- **Reports to**:Director of People & Culture

**About Us**

At Ecojustice, we build a case for a better earth every day We fight, and win, for our planet in court. Our Mission is why people join Ecojustice. People who choose to join us recognize that this planet is our most treasured inheritance, and it is our imperative to be good stewards for the generations who follow us. We use the power of the courts to defend what we value most. We believe in protecting the environment while having enough time off to enjoy it. If you are courageous, collaborative, and dedicated to the fight for a healthier environment, you will find your people here.

The People & Culture Associate is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the People & Culture department which includes providing support with recruitment activities, onboarding administration, database management (HRIS), responding to employee questions, and the coordination of training, policies and programs. The People & Culture Associate liaises with the Payroll & Benefits Officer specifically and employees at all levels within the organization.

**About The Role**

Under the guidance of the Director, People and Culture, and mentorship from the People and Culture Strategist, the Associate delivers People and Culture practices and objectives that emphasizes impact, excellence, integrity, collaboration, courage, and dedication. The People and Culture Associate is responsible for the following duties:

- Leads the administration of the Human Resources Information System (HRIS - BambooHR) for the employee’s life cycle, including self-service, employee changes, salary increases, status changes, transfers, promotions, new hires, and offboarding.
- Maintains the accuracy and integrity of the HRIS; audits and creates reports as required.
- Assists with policy interpretation and the analysis of current people practices, ensuring equitable and inclusive methods.
- A resource for employees and managers for People &Culture related process and program questions.
- Assists with recruitment, law/summer student placements, and leads new hire orientation.
- Takes part in growth opportunities by participating in People and Culture projects such as the engagement survey and performance program administration.

**Role Success**

Typically, we find that people who succeed in this role bring:

- A degree, diploma or certificate in Human Resources Management; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- A minimum of 1 year of Human Resources Administration experience which includes working with a Human Resource Information System (HRIS).
- Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrates emotional intelligence when working with others; demonstrates integrity, honesty, and ability to build rapport.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to edit, proof-read, prioritize activities and ensure that documents and databases are accurate.

**Our Commitment To Workplace Accessibility, Equity, and Inclusion**

**Great Reasons To Join Us**
- Recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 charities by Charity Intelligence.
- A flexible work environment and work schedule that best suits you and how you work - choose a hybrid, remote, or full office setup and receive $125 monthly for selecting hybrid
- 5% of your salary as a non-mandatory RRSP contribution.
- Parental leave top-up for birthing and non-birthing parents.
- Colleagues dedicated to environmental impact through their work at Ecojustice (99% mission alignment rating from internal surveys).
- A culture of collaboration where employees are fostered by their managers (97% manager relationship rating from internal surveys).
- Abundant paid time off options that recognize 13 public holidays (including National Day for Truth and Reconciliation), starting with 3 weeks of vacation, 1 week of winter holidays, 2 float days, and more.
- Additional flexible leave policies that accommodate physical and mental health leave, caregiving responsibilities, volunteering, and other life events.
- A focus on supporting your health and well-being through an employer-paid extended health benefits package, employee and family assistance program, and a wellness spending of $500 per year.
- Learning opportunities to further our strategic commitment towards justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation.