Competition Number: 2026-2174-KW

Position Title: Human Resources Generalist

Unit: Human Resources

Location: Thunder Bay

Salary: $81,068.57 - $94,811.24

Term: Continuing

Existing Vacancy: Yes

Competition Closing Date: November 27, 2026

Reporting to the Director, Human Resources and taking day-to-day direction and guidance from the Human Resources Consultants, the Human Resources Generalist will provide general administrative support for the Human Resources Team and assist with the facilitation of all HR functions and programs and will provide support for human resource programs and initiatives such as, the administration of NOSM University Collective Agreements, health and safety, compensation, and employee relations. The Human Resources Generalist will also lead the full recruitment cycle, including onboarding and provide HR guidance and expertise to staff within the scope of this position, referring matters of a more complex nature to the HR Consultants and/or the Director, as appropriate.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Provides a full range of administrative support for the HR Team, including but not limited to file management, scheduling meetings and interviews, processing various documents for submission to Finance for processing payments, etc.
- Leads the recruitment, selection and onboarding of unionized and non-unionized administrative staff, ensuring HR policies and procedures are followed and in compliance with applicable legislation (i.e. Collective Agreement, Human Rights Code, Employment Standards Act, etc.), escalating to the HR Consultants as required.
- Maintain and regularly update the Human Resources website and internal SharePoint environment,



monitoring information for relevance and compliance with NOSM U's accessibility standards and supporting improvements to enhance information access and engagement for staff, faculty and prospective employees.
- Participates on and provide administrative support for various committees, including document preparation, minutes, action items and follow up, as required.
- Drafts policies and procedures, prepares bargaining documents, grievance materials and tracking, conducts surveys and performing other research activities, as directed.
- Develops and maintains various reports on standard HR metrics and other information/data as requested by the Consultants and/or Director.
- Researches and provides analytical support on labour relations and human resources issues in preparation for situations such as grievances, bargaining, accommodation of disability, and in order to recommend and implement changes to human resources policies and processes.
- Working closely with the Manager, Health & Safety, assist with management of the Health and Safety program, including participating as a certified member of the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee, participating in workplace inspections and recommending updates to H&S; related policies and procedures.




- Provides research and recommendations to the HR Consultants on project-based work such as job evaluation process, employee recognition and years of service awards, performance excellence, training and development, policy re-fresh, etc.
- Responsible for the maintenance of the HRIS system; makes entries/updates for new positions and current hires,) monitors and recommends changes, generates statistical data/reports and conducts regular audits to ensure data integrity.
- Provides research and support in the management of the administrative functions of the OPSEU Unit 1 Collective Agreement (Scholarship, PD Funds, Paramedical Claims, Annual Reports, Leaves, Salary Increases, Appointment Letters and Negotiation Preparations).
- Coordinates, delivers and continuously refines and improves the onboarding and orientation program for NOSM University employees, in collaboration with hiring supervisors.
- Performs other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

- A University degree in a related discipline (Human Resources, business administration or relevant) from a recognized university with Canadian accreditation or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

CERTIFICATIONS/DESIGNATIONS

- A CHRP designation from the Human Resources Professional Association of Ontario is considered an asset.
- Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) Certification is considered an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- A minimum of three (3) years of related experience in human resources.
- Previous experience in the public sector, in a medical or educational setting preferred.
- Experience working in a unionized environment preferred.
- Knowledge of relevant legislati

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