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At the City of St. Catharines, you’ll find more than just a job — you’ll find a place that fits.

Here, your work means something — where you can see the impact, feel the pride, and know you’re a part of something bigger. You’ll be trusted to do your job, backed by people who care, and part of a team that shows up for each other. There’s flexibility when it counts, and a real understanding that life doesn’t stop when the workday starts. With pay you can count on, great benefits, and a pension that helps you plan ahead — you’ve got more than a job. You’ve got the space to grow, the balance you need, and a place that gets it.

It feels different — because it is.

It’s a place that works for you.

About the Role:

Join a collaborative HR team where your expertise will directly influence the employee experience and organizational success across the City of St. Catharines. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead meaningful work as a trusted business partner, while partnering closely with leaders across the organization.

You’ll have exposure to a broad range of HR functions, contribute to impactful initiatives, and play a key role in shaping policies, programs, and practices that support a healthy, inclusive, and high-performing workplace. As a trusted advisor, you’ll help drive positive change while advancing your own qualified growth in a supportive and values-driven environment.

What You'll be Doing:

- Provide guidance to managers/supervisors on corporate policies, procedures, collective agreements, and compliance with legislation.
- Coach and support employees and leaders in career development, performance management, and employee relations.
- Coordinate full-cycle recruitment, including workforce planning, job postings, interviewing, selection, offers, and exit interviews.
- Contribute to the facilitation of the new employee orientation.
- Participate in job evaluation processes to role classification and compensation structures.
- Support labour relations activities, including collective agreement interpretation, grievance processes, negotiations, and labour-management committees.
- Stay current on legislation, arbitration decisions, and industry trends.
- Lead attendance management and employee counselling related to attendance programs.
- Conduct workplace investigations, provide recommendations, and ensure compliance.
- Assist in the development of HR policies and procedures.
- Contribute to HR metrics tracking, analysis, and reporting with actionable recommendations.




- Support HR team initiatives and perform other related duties as assigned.

What's Required:

- University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related field, along with a CHRL designation (formerly CHRP).
- Minimum five (5) years of progressive HR experience across labour relations, recruitment, attendance/disability management, performance management, training and development, policy development, and project management.
- Strong knowledge of employment legislation and the ability to interpret applicable Acts and regulations (e.g., Labour Relations, Human Rights, WSIB).
- Strong communication skills, including presentation, research, and report writing.
- Effective interpersonal, coaching, and developing leadership skills.
- Well-developed organizational and time management skills, with the capacity to manage competing priorities.
- Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, while also working independently with minimal supervision.
- High level of confidentiality, attention to detail, and sound judgment.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to research issues, analyze data, and support management decision-making.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.

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Job Details:

Job ID: 2026-157

Pay Rate: $108,563 - $127,000

Hours: 35 / Week per week

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Location: St. Catharines, ON

Work Mode: Hybrid (50% or more remote)

Employee Group: Non-Union

Position Type: Permanent, Full time

Duration: Ongoing

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy

Application Deadline: June 18, 2026

Jobs with an application deadline will close at 11:59 PM on that date. Jobs listed as ‘open until filled’ may close at any time.

Other Requirements:

Other Position Requirements include: Ability to travel between City work locations





Candidates selected for the position will be required to complete the Ministry of Labour’s Worker Health and Safety Awareness training and provide proof of the educational credentials listed on their resume and job application.

What's In It for You:

Curious what it’s like to work for the City of St. Catharines? Watch the video and Hear from Our Team.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

- Great People: Be part of a team that supports you, celebrates your wins, and helps you succeed.

- Make Your Mark: Bring your ideas, drive meaningful change, and leave a lasting impact on our community.

- Learn & Grow: Access training and development funds to take your skills to the next level.

- Competitive Pay: Competitive pay from a certified Ontario Living Wage Employer.

- Secure Future: Join the OMERS pension plan with employer-matched contributions.

- Balance & Benefits : Flexible hybrid work options plus health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible positions.

Additional Information:

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of St. Catharines is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and respectful work environment. We celebrate the uniqueness of every individual. Our community is enriched by people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences—a value reflected in our 2023–2027 Strategic Plan.

Don’t Meet Every Requirement?

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and education levels to apply. While specific qualifications may be required for certain roles, we assess each applicant’s overall suitability. Please note that unionized roles are subject to collective agreement requirements.

Accommodation

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Application Process

To ensure transparency and fairness, all applications must be submitted online through our application portal. Please keep your contact information up to date and regularly check your spam and junk email folders, as important communications may be directed there.

Interviews and Assessments

Depending on the role, interviews may be conducted via video conferencing or in person. Various tests and/or assessments may be administered as part of the selection process.

Use of AI

The City of St. Catharines does not use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in any part of the recruitment process.

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📌 Human Resources Consultant (St. Catharines)
🏢 City of St. Catharines
📍 St. Catharines