Coordinator, Human Resources

Position Details: 
Current Rate of Pay: Min = $37.60/hr, Max = $43.57/hr
Employment type: Temporary Contract
Duration of Employment: 6 months 
Hours of work: 35 hrs/week 
Work location: Head Office
Division: Human Resources
Business unit: Human Resources
Travel: 10%
Flexible Work Arrangement: Yes
Existing Vacancy: Yes

About TRCA:
With more than 60 years of experience, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is one of 36 Conservation Authorities in Ontario, created to safeguard and enhance the health and well-being of watershed communities through the protection and restoration of the natural environment and the ecological services the environment provides.

TRCA is considered the provincial leader in conserving, restoring, and managing natural resources to advance safe and sustainable development. Also, TRCA was recently recognized as a Greater Toronto's Top Employer for 2026 and a Canada's Greenest Employer for 2025.

To apply to this posting, click on the "Apply" icon. Please submit your resume and cover letter in one file (PDF or Word) and upload using only the 'Resume' feature within the application prior to 11:59 pm on January 21, 2026.

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:
Under the guidance and direction of the Senior Manager, HR, the HR Coordinator is responsible for supporting the HR management, HR Business Partners and the overall organization in all areas of HR, including, but not limited, to recruitment and selection, compensation and benefits, human resources documentation and records maintenance, HR reporting, responding to employee inquiries, seasonal employment programs, on-boarding and other related HR initiatives, programs and policies. 

Major Responsibilities: 

•    Assist hiring managers and HR Business Partners with job postings; job offers; offer letter templates and identifying vacation allotment.

•    Responding to general inquiries from staff and hiring managers in a timely manner.

•    Conducting the on-boarding of new and returning employees; provides guidance to hiring manager on required hire documentation; provides detailed review ensuring compliance of documents; liaises with hiring manager if inconsistencies or missing forms; complete on-boarding of benefits and pension plan.

•    Provides support to Human Resources Business Partner and/or hiring managers on submitting hiring transactions and assists with the collection of required hire documentation, as required

•    Supports the HR team with various HR related initiatives and/or program implementation, including, but not limited to; mass summer/seasonal hiring, HR projects, etc.

•    Provides administrative support to the HR Team on various tasks, as required.
 
What will you need to succeed:

•    Post-secondary diploma or degree in Human Resources Management or a related field;

•    2+ years of experience providing HR support or coordination;

•    Valid Ontario Driver's License;

•    Knowledge of HR policies and procedures.

•    Able to comprehend written documentation and procedural guidelines; skilled in writing clear correspondence (concise, logical, grammatically correct);

•    Ability to communicate effectively with tact and courtesy; 

•    Demonstrated ability to proactively identify problems in a timely manner, seeking the appropriate level of support to solve issues; 

•    Able to self-manage workload and prioritize tasks as an ongoing challenge in a frequently fluctuating workload and multiple deadlines; 

•    Knowledge of employment related legislation including, but not limited to Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations, Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act; 

•    Proficiency in MS Office suite including online software such as MS teams, WebEx, and SharePoint.
 
What TRCA has to offer you:
As part of a progressive team you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact to preserving and protecting nature, while maintaining a balance between the natural environment and built environment. Working with experts within our field, you will join a team of colleagues that are committed to TRCA's core values by demonstrating the following behaviours; integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence (icare).  

You will be part of a diverse and inclusive organization that:

•    Makes a positive difference in the communities we serve.

•    Fosters high performance and collaborative teams.

•    Provides continuous learning and development opportunities.

•    Offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits program (including Defined Benefit Pension Plan – OMERS/OTPP).

•    Pregnancy & Parental Leave Top-Up Program.

•    Provides unique TRCA Perks.

•    Provides flexible work arrangements in accordance with organizational policy and operational requirements; however, they are not guaranteed and are subject to approval. 

•    Offers potential for career growth and advancement.

While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised that successful incumbent(s) may be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening and/or driver's abstract check as a part of the final step in the hiring process.

TRCA is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and TRCA Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known to the TRCA. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

Personal information you provide through the TRCA recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27. Collection of this personal information is necessary for the proper administration of this recruitment process for employment and volunteer positions with TRCA. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.  Any questions regarding this collection activity should be directed to the Manager of Records and Information, 5 Shoreham Drive, Toronto, ON, M3N 1S4,