Human Resources Generalist

Durham College•Oshawa, ON

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution that supports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job market. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through field placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DC grads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to the ever-changing workforce. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Durham College offers a wide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, including culinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction and trades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and community services, media, art and design. Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programs – including six bachelor’s degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 11,000 full-time post-secondary and nearly 3,000 apprenticeship students. In addition, we have more than 16,000 student registrations in professional and part-time learning. More than 120,000 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world. DC has an estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Region and is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve by contributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-being through partnerships, investments and collaboration.

Requirements

A minimum of a three-year diploma or degree in Human Resources or a related field is required.
A minimum of three years of related work experience in an HR role.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Proven ability to build and maintain respectful working relationships across all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and critical thinking skills.
Proven ability to manage a high volume of work while maintaining accuracy, attention to detail, and a strong client service focus.
Results-oriented with the ability to work productively within a fast-paced environment with multiple and/or conflicting demands and deadlines.
Demonstrated experience in employee relations, including conflict resolution.
Working knowledge of collective agreements and applicable legislation, including the Ontario Human Rights Code, Employment Standards Act (ESA), and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
High degree of proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe.

Nice To Haves

A CHRP designation is considered an asset.
Experience working in a unionized environment is an asset.
Experience working with HR systems (e.g., Banner HRIS) is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Providing a full range of HR support to an assigned client group within the college.
Providing guidance on HR matters to managers, faculty, and staff.
Managing key administrative processes including employment documentation, pension and benefits administration, and recruitment support.
Collaborating with HR colleagues to ensure consistent and effective service delivery.
Providing guidance and procedural advice on recruitment and selection ensuring compliance with established processes.
Coordinating and processing onboarding activities, including the accurate and timely completion of benefits and pension documentation.
Working closely with managers to address employee and labour relations matters, including conflict resolution and performance management.
Interpreting and providing guidance on collective agreements.
Advising management in the development of job descriptions (Position Description Forms and Job Fact Sheets).
Participating in the job evaluation process by reviewing and assessing job documentation as part of a committee.
Communicating job evaluation outcomes.
Preparing and processing a large volume of employment contracts, offer letters, and memos, ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and adherence to policy, collective agreements, and legislation.
Utilizing HR systems, including HRIS (Banner), Applicant Tracking System (Cornerstone on Demand), and benefits and pension platforms to manage and retrieve employee data.
Delivering information sessions on HR topics such as recruitment and selection, collective agreements and job evaluation.