Department and Commission: People Services, Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Employment Type: Temporary Full Time Posting Date: August 14, 2026 The City of Markham is consistently ranked among Canada’s top municipal employers. placing third among municipalities and 15th overall in Government Services. An award-winning municipality, Markham is recognized for its leadership in sustainability, innovative urban planning, and strong fiscal management. Serving a diverse and growing community of more than 370,000 residents, Markham combines rich heritage with a vibrant local economy and offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, impactful work that helps strengthen the community we serve. temporary full time position (2 year contract) in the People Services Department within the Office of the CAO.

Manager, Employee & Labour Relationsand Health & Safetyand working closely with the Human Resources Business Partners, the Human Resources Specialist will provide value added and proactive advisory and consultative services, using a client service mindset, on the full range of human resources practices to the managers within their assigned portfolio.

The Human Resources

Specialist will be responsible for building strong rapport with client groups by establishing a trustworthy and credible working relationship, acting as a trusted advisor on a variety of complex HR matters, completing projects through the following: Labour and Employee Relations Provides advice and support ensuring consistent application in the interpretation and administration of the relevant Collective Agreements, legislation, past practice and corporate policies and procedures Investigates issues, collect and analyze evidence, interview witnesses and assess information to draft written investigative reports that include findings for and recommendations to management Administers the Attendance Management, sick leave,



and long term disability management processes Addresses and administers Grievance processes representing the City’s interests, facilitates negotiations with the Union and drafts settlements as appropriate Prepares background materials for and participates in Mediation and Arbitration Interprets relevant compensation and benefits policies and practices Responds to various requests for HR related information related to assigned Client Group Leads full cycle recruitment Sources candidates strategically through identification of effective, innovative and proactive methodologies and fostering relationships with employment partners, networks and educational institutions to attract a strong, diverse range of candidates Ensures a fair, open and transparent process in accordance with corporate, collective agreement and legislative requirements Responsible for collecting yearly recruitment metrics, analyzing results and developing and implementing strategies accordingly. Utilizes data to address trends in attraction and retention and provides advice to managers on same Training Supports managers by facilitating and training on labour and employee relations, policies, procedures and changes to the collective agreements Provides training with regard to attraction, retention, performance management and talent acquisition Working with the Centres of Excellence, HRBPs and performance managers, identify and support change management initiatives, University degree related to human resources,



industrial relations or business administration and/or the CHRL designation or equivalent Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience as a HR Generalist Strong demonstrated expertise and experience in recruitment, staffing and talent management labour relations; employee relations; Highly effective verbal and written communication skills, marketing and influencing skills, time and project management skills, and analytical abilities Experience in implementing and supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility and belonging Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.

Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.

Teamwork & Relationship Building: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation. At the City of Markham, our work is guided by a shared set of core values that shape how we serve our community and support one another.

Service Excellence: the consistent delivery of high-quality efficient and customer-centric service that exceeds expectations.

Accountability : our obligation to be responsible and accountable for our actions, decisions and performance. We are looking for candidates who bring these values to life through their actions, decisions, and leadership approach. Work is performed primarily in an office setting and may include the following working conditions: ~ Satisfactory completion of a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check, in a form acceptable to and approved by the City.

At the City of Markham, we value transparency and fairness in recruitment. The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please respect our scent free area by not wearing scented products when visiting the office. #

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