POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Human Resources is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance, performance management, and organizational development. The ideal candidate will promote a positive workplace culture aligned with our mission and values and support the organization’s growth and sustainability.

DUTIES

Human Resources Responsibilities

- Develop, implement, and update HR policies and procedures in accordance with provincial and federal regulations and that support the goals of the organization.

- Plays a key role in complaints under BUSU’s Workplace related policies.

- Provide HR guidance and support to organizational leadership, including the Board of Directors.

- Facilitates training, career development, and succession planning.

- Fosters a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment.

- Maintains confidential employee files as the Administrator of BUSU’s HRIS.

- Lead recruitment, onboarding, and retention efforts for staff and volunteers.

- Manages employee relations, performance management, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions for all BUSU employees.

- Guides the Board of Directors through the hiring process for Student Executive roles as per BUSU’s Appointment Policy.

- Acts as the administrator for BUSU’s Employee Health Benefits Plan.





- Responsible for developing and maintaining BUSU’s health and safety program; including the policies and procedures and all supporting forms, in conjunction with the Office Manager.

- Compensation Management – Responsible for conducting reviews and performing analysis to establish a total rewards strategy that aligns with the BUSU’s compensation philosophy.

- Works with the Executive Director and Governance teams to create and implement an annual transition and onboarding of the student Executives and Board of Directors.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

- University degree or college diploma in Business Administration, or preferably Human Resource Management.

- Minimum of 7 years of HR management experience, including at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.

- HR certification such CHRP (Certified Human Resources Professional) or CHRL (Certified Human Resources Leader).

- Strong knowledge of Ontario employment laws, Ontario Human Rights Code, and federally regulated employment standards.

- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

- Proven ability to develop strategic HR initiatives and foster an inclusive workplace culture.

- Previous experience working in Post Secondary or a Non-Profit is an asset.

Pay: $70,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Advantages

- Dental care

- Flexible schedule

- On-site parking

- Paid time off

- RRSP match

Education

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience

- Human resources: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Director of Human Resources (St. Catharines)
🏢 Brock University
📍 St. Catharines