Human Resources Assistant

Permanent full time - HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT
HR-HR-2025-31

The City of Dryden is located in the heart of Northwestern Ontario and is the second-largest city in the Kenora District. Located on Wabigoon Lake, the City is enveloped by the beauty of tranquil lakes, stunning views and the boreal forest. Dryden offers something for everyone; the perfect blend of opportunities to raise a family, grow a business, build a life. It has grown the conveniences of an urban centre without losing its rural, neighbourly charm.

The Human Resources Assistant, under the direction of the Director of Human Resources, assists in the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department and is responsible for providing advice and guidance on the consistent application and interpretation of Human Resources policies, procedures, applicable legislation, and collective agreements.

The Human Resources Assistant will assist with:

1. Labour relations
2. Recruitment and onboarding
3. Policy and procedure development and interpretation
4. Training and development
5. Health and Safety stats
6. HRIS
7. Providing backup for the Payroll and Benefits Administrator

Desired qualifications include:

• Diploma from Human Resources, Business Program or related area considered an asset.
• A minimum of three (3) years HR experience, including familiarity with recruitment, onboarding, compensation, employee relations, collective agreements, health and safety, training and development and payroll experience preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of systems and legislation that guide human resources including Employment Standards, Human Rights, Occupational Health and Safety and AODA.
• Experience with collective agreements considered an asset.
• Previous experience with HR information systems considered an asset.
• Demonstrated experience in Microsoft Office Suite applications, Canva, Smartsheet, SharePoint and the ability to develop a working knowledge of databases and systems used in HR considered an asset.
• Demonstrated customer service skills and excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Highly developed organizational, analytical, planning and time management skills and efficiency to detail.
• Clean criminal record check (at the applicant’s expense) prior to start date.

Salary range $71,281.60 to $85,529.60 based on qualifications, education and experience. The City of Dryden provides comprehensive employee health benefits and OMERS pension.

Closing date is April 30, 2025, at 4:00pm.

Interested applicants are to submit a cover letter & resume outlining qualifications & experience through the City’s online application, which can be found at: careers.dryden.ca.

Personal Information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Act, 2001, and will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility for employment. Questions with respect to the collection of personal information should be addressed to the Freedom of Information and Privacy Coordinator, City of Dryden, 30 Van Horne Avenue, Dryden, ON P8N 2A7 or via telephone contact at (807) 223-1432.

The City of Dryden is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.

Accommodations of persons with disabilities are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance to the Manager of Human Resources or designate.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.