2026-057 Human Resources Generalist

Atikameksheng Anishnawbek; Naughton; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

RPP retirement plan 5% match

EAP program

Health and dental insurance

Job summary

Atikameksheng Anishnawbek is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support the Operations department in Naughton, Ontario. The role covers recruitment, onboarding, performance management, compensation support, benefits, and HR administration.

Ideal candidates have post-secondary HR education, 5+ years of experience, and strong knowledge of the Canada Labour Code and Ontario ESA, with excellent communication skills. Salary is CAD 31–42 per hour for 35 hours weekly, with benefits.

Qualifications

• The candidate has post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related discipline.
• CHRP/CHRL designation preferred or in progress.
• Minimum 5 years of HR Generalist experience.
• Strong knowledge of Canada Labour Code and Ontario ESA.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead leave and return-to-work management and related HR activities.
• Lead recruitment, postings, screening, interviews, and offers.
• Support hiring managers in talent acquisition and process decisions.
• Manage employee relations, investigations, and disciplinary matters.
• Research legislation and employment matters to support compliance.
• Assist with policy review, HR templates, and onboarding/offboarding.
• Support performance management and salary administration tasks.
• Prepare job descriptions, contracts, and HR documents.
• Assist benefits, pension administration, and HRIS onboarding.
• Maintain confidential HR files and records.

Skills

HR Generalist exp

Labour code knowledge

Employment Standards Act

HR best practices

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary education in HR

CHRP/CHRL designation preferred

Job description

ATIKAMEKSHENG ANISHNAWBEK

Atikameksheng Anishnawbek will thrive together as a strong and proud Nation by honouring our gifts of Anishinabemowin and the Life of the Land.

Competition Number: 2026-057

Position: Human Resources Generalist

Department: Operations

Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary: $31- $42/HR – 35 Hours per Week

Location: Naughton, ON

Closing Date: September 3, 2026 at 4:00pm

**AT THIS TIME, WE WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM CURRENT INTERNAL EMPLOYEES AND BAND MEMBERS**

POSITION SCOPE

The Human Resources Generalist oversees and administers human resources responsibilities and activities for Atikameksheng Anishnawbek. The role supports the full range of human resources functions, including recruitment and selection, employee onboarding, performance management, compensation support, benefits and pension administration, employment legislation, employee relations, and general HR administration. The Human Resources Generalist reports to the Human Resources Manager.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related discipline.
• Certified Human Resources Professional designation, such as CHRP or CHRL, or working toward this designation, is preferred.
• Five or more years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist or comparable role.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that meets the minimum requirements may be considered.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Canada Labour Code, the Ontario Employment Standards Act, and other relevant legislative requirements.
• Thorough understanding of Human Resources best practices.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead leave and return-to-work management, including employee communication, documentation, benefit continuance, time-off balances, LTD coordination, employee check-ins, and related equipment requests.
• Lead recruitment and selection activities, including job postings, resume screening, interview coordination, interviews, interview guides, references, hiring approvals, competition files, and offer letters.
• Support hiring managers in talent acquisition, selection planning, interview processes, and sound hiring decisions.
• Lead or support employee relations and conflict management matters, including incident reviews, complaints, mediation, disciplinary meetings, investigations, warnings, and PIP documentation.
• Support employment due diligence by researching legislation, policies, procedures, compliance requirements, and First Nation employment matters.
• Assist with policy review, amendments, development, compliance research, and work with HR consultants or legal resources as directed.
• Assist with HR process improvements related to orientation, offboarding, leave management, LTD, compensation, total rewards, management coaching, and HR projects.
• Support performance management by tracking probationary and annual reviews, preparing related documentation, and assisting with performance improvement processes.
• Assist with salary administration, compensation spreadsheets, rate changes, COLA/increase tracking, and payroll submissions.
• Prepare and update job descriptions, job postings, employment contracts, HR templates, and related employment documents.
• Assist with onboarding and orientation, including employee packages, required forms, pension and benefits information, and HRIS onboarding processes.
• Assist with benefits and pension administration, including enrolment, continuance forms, employee inquiries, and related communications.
• Support health and safety by assisting with WSIB information, claim-related documentation, and employee follow-up where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee files and HR records.

We offer attractive benefits, opportunities for advancement and an engaging work environment. We offer a RPP with a matched contribution at a rate 5%, EAP program, and health and insurance coverage and benefits.

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.