Full-Time Permanent

Join a relationship-based school community where your work is valued, your growth is supported, and collaboration is part of everyday work. At The York School, a co-educational independent school in midtown Toronto offering the International Baccalaureate from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12, you will work alongside dedicated colleagues in an environment grounded in Challenge, Community and Curiosity. Every role contributes to the school’s mission by helping create an workplace where students feel known, challenged and supported.

If you are energized by meaningful work, strong relationships, and continuous growth in a forward-thinking school environment, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

Given the energetic and collaborative nature of our school environment, this role is an on-site position requiring to be in the office five days a week from September to June each year. Candidates should be prepared to contribute actively to this in-person, community-focused environment.

The York School is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to join our growing HR team in a newly created position. Reporting to the Associate Head, Human Resources, you will support the day-to-day delivery of HR services, including recruitment, onboarding, employee administration, and a range of HR programs and initiatives.

Success in this role means being approachable, responsive, and actively engaged in our school community, building meaningful relationships with colleagues across both campuses and developing a strong understanding of the people and teams we support.

As part of a small, collaborative HR team, you will have opportunities to grow your HR experience, contribute ideas, take on new challenges, and explore how technology and emerging tools can help us deliver more efficient and effective HR services.

Lead the end-to-end recruitment and hiring process for casual employees, including athletic coaches, debate coaches, supply teachers, and other casual positions,



in collaboration with hiring managers
Support recruitment activities for other positions, including job postings, interview coordination, candidate communications, reference checks, and preparation of employment offers
Coordinate HR administration across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, employment changes, contracts, and offboarding, working collaboratively with managers and internal departments to ensure a seamless employee experience
Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, HR systems, and compliance documentation, supporting HR reporting and data integrity
Support the planning and delivery of employee wellbeing, recognition, engagement, professional development, and other HR programs and initiatives
Serve as an approachable and responsive point of contact for employees across both campuses, providing timely support on routine HR inquiries and communications
Identify and implement opportunities to improve HR processes and service delivery through technology, automation, artificial intelligence, and innovative approaches to work
Collaborate with the Human Resources Generalist and Associate Head, Human Resources on departmental priorities, projects, and initiatives, demonstrating initiative, flexibility, and a willingness to contribute beyond day-to-day responsibilities

Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; working toward or holding a CHRP designation is considered an asset

- 1–2 years of relevant experience in human resources, recruitment, administration, or a related people-focused role




- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a genuine commitment to providing exceptional service and building positive relationships
- Comfortable using HR systems and digital tools, with curiosity and enthusiasm for leveraging technology, automation, and AI to improve processes and ways of working
- At The York School, we seek individuals who demonstrate the following core and role-specific competencies:

Technical Expertise in Area of Discipline

Occasional early morning, evening, or weekend work may be required to support recruitment activities, school events, and HR initiatives

Within the Greater Toronto Area, The York School is among the top CIS Ontario Schools for compensation. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health and dental coverage that is effective on your first day of employment, and a generous RRSP matching plan.

THE YORK SCHOOLS’ COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND ACCESSIBILITY
The York School is committed to an inclusive and accessible workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, including those from equity-deserving communities. We value the diverse perspectives and experiences that strengthen our school community.
Accommodation is available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.
If York’s values of Challenge, Community and Curiosity resonate with you, and you are motivated to contribute to a high-performing, relationships-based learning environment, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your application online. Artificial intelligence may be used during the initial screening call to assist with note-taking. All offers of employment are conditional upon a successful criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening, verification of education and employment history, satisfactory reference checks, and a review of publicly available online information in accordance with school policies.

📌 Human Resources Advisor - Recruitment - Permanent - Full Time Position (Regional Municipality of York)
🏢 The York School
📍 Regional Municipality of York