Human Resources Generalist

Reporting to the Director, Human Resources and taking day-to-day direction and guidance from the Human Resources Consultants, a significant component (approximately 70%) of the Human Resources (HR) Generalist position is dedicated to leading the full recruitment cycle, including onboarding. The HR Generalist will assist with the facilitation of all HR functions and programs and will provide support for human resource programs and initiatives such as, the administration of NOSM University Collective Agreements, health and safety, compensation, and employee relations. The HR Generalist will provide HR guidance and expertise to staff within the scope of this position, referring matters of a more complex nature to the HR Consultants.

**Responsibilities**:
Tasks include but are not limited to the following:

- Leads the recruitment, selection and onboarding of unionized and non-unionized administrative staff, ensuring HR policies and procedures are followed and in compliance with applicable legislation (i.e. Collective Agreement, Human Rights Code, Employment Standards Act, etc.), escalating to the HR Consultants as required.
- Drafts policies and procedures, prepares bargaining documents, grievance materials and tracking, conducts surveys and performing other research activities, as directed.
- Develops and maintains various reports on standard HR metrics and other information/data as requested by the Consultants and/or Director.
- Researches and provides analytical support on labour relations and human resources issues in preparation for situations such as grievances, bargaining, accommodation of disability, and in order to recommend and implement changes to human resources policies and processes.
- Working closely with the Manager, Health & Safety, assist with management of the Health and Safety program, including participating as a certified member of the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee, participating in workplace inspections and recommending updates to H&S related policies and procedures.
- Provides research and recommendations to the HR Consultants on project-based work such as job evaluation process, employee recognition and years of service awards, performance excellence, training and development, policy re-fresh, etc.
- Responsible for the maintenance of the HRIS system; makes entries/updates for new positions and new hires,) monitors and recommends changes, generates statistical data/reports and conducts regular audits to ensure data integrity.
- Provides research and support in the management of the administrative functions of the Unit 1 Collective Agreement (Scholarship, PD Funds, Paramedical Claims, Annual Reports, Leaves, Salary Increases, Appointment Letters and Negotiation Preparations).
- Coordinates, delivers and continuously refines and improves the onboarding and orientation program for NOSM University employees, in collaboration with hiring supervisors.
- Provides administrative support for the HR Team, as needed.
- Participates on various committees, as required.
- Performs other duties as required.

**Qualifications**:
**Education**:

- A University degree in a related discipline (HR, business administration) from a recognized university with Canadian accreditation or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- A CHRP designation from the Human Resources Professional Association of Ontario is considered an asset.
- Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) Certification is considered an asset.

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**:

- A minimum of three (3) years of related experience in human resources.
- Previous experience in the public sector, in a medical or educational setting preferred.
- Experience working in a unionized environment preferred.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and employment programs (ie. Employment Standards, WSIB, EI, Labour Relations Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act).
- Knowledge of principles and practices of human resources management and of best practices and professional standards in the field of human resources, labour relations and organizational development.
- Knowledge health and safety and recruitment and selection process.
- Knowledge of HRIS programs (Colleague).
- Proficiency in software programs with formatting/utility capabilities of word processing (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint)
- Ability to coordinate tasks under tight deadlines.
- The ability to communicate effectively and to express oneself clearly verbally, in writing, and a variety of media.
- Work within established organizational practices, protocols and policies.

**Language**:

- Must be able to communicate effectively in English (verbally, written and comprehension).
- French/Indigenous language skills would be considered asset.

NOSM University
Attention: Human Resources
935 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury, Ontario P3E 2C6
Fax: (705) 671-3880
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