Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)
Language: Excellent written and spoken English; additional languages an asset
Background Check Requirement: Standard pre-employment background check required

About the Opportunity
Are you passionate about supporting people and shaping HR practices in a dynamic environment? As a Human Resources Coordinator, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting employees, managers, and the HR team with a broad range of HR programs and processes. You’ll help ensure employees feel supported, informed, and empowered while contributing to a culture that values integrity, empathy, and collaboration.

This role sits within a multi-disciplinary HR team supporting a public sector organization with a diverse, mission-driven workforce. You’ll work closely with managers, HR colleagues, and staff, guiding them through HR processes, benefits, and policies. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the employee experience and the overall effectiveness of the HR function.

What’s In It for You
You’ll join a team that values mentorship, growth, and collaboration. You’ll gain exposure to all facets of HR, from recruitment and onboarding to employee relations and benefits administration. This role provides a supportive environment where your ideas and problem-solving skills are encouraged, and where your contributions make a real difference.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll support employees and managers with HR programs, policies, and processes, ensuring clear guidance and smooth resolution of issues
• You’ll manage medical leaves, workplace accommodations, and return-to-work plans in collaboration with managers and third-party providers
• You’ll oversee recruitment and onboarding for a variety of roles, participating in interviews, screening applicants, and coordinating selection processes
• You’ll assist with performance management, tracking development plans, and administering rewards and recognition programs
• You’ll maintain HR records in the HRIS, ensuring accurate data and supporting payroll administration as needed

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience in administration, recruitment, and HR program management
• CHRP or CHRL designation, or actively working towards it
• Strong knowledge of HR legislation, policies, and practices including employment standards and accessibility requirements
• Proven ability to manage complex, sensitive situations with discretion, empathy, and professionalism
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with attention to detail
• Proficiency in Office 365, HRIS systems, ATS platforms, and data management
• Self-starter who thrives independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Note from the Hiring Manager
“We’re looking for someone who stays calm under pressure, brings solutions to the table, and genuinely enjoys helping people navigate HR processes. Patience and empathy are key, as our staff often see their work as a calling, not just a job.”

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