Human Resources (HR) Generalist

YNCU; Sault Ste. Marie; Hybrid; CAD 73,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

B Corp Certified

37.5-hour work week

7% matching pension

Benefits fully paid by employer

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Your Neighbourhood Credit Union (YNCU) is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to manage recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and HR operations. The role supports the full employee lifecycle, ensuring accurate payroll data and compliance with policies.

The ideal candidate has a post-secondary HR qualification, at least 3 years in HR, and may hold or pursue the CHRP designation. Hybrid work is available across Ontario locations including Kitchener and Sault Ste. Marie.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma/degree in the field of human resources or equivalent
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in human resources
• CHRP designation or working towards is an asset
• Experience in a financial institution and/or unionized environment is an asset
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) and aptitude for computer-based tools
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and ability to travel to all YNCU locations

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment process including job postings, screening, interviewing, reference checks, and employment contracts
• Coordinate onboarding with Learning & Development for new employees
• Maintain HRIS and staff-change checklists for accurate payroll data
• Support performance evaluation processes and documentation
• Assist with leave and disability management and labour relations administration
• Provide guidance on HR policies and compliance with legislation
• Prepare reports and statistics for HR metrics and labor relations

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Networking

Researching

Driver's license

Travel availability

Flexibility

Bondable

Education

HR post-secondary diploma/degree

CHRP designation or progress

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Hybrid, Kitchener, ON or Sault Ste. Marie, ON

Temporary Full-Time (approximately 14 months)

Posting #: 26-79

Reports to: Manager, Human Resources

Are you a community-minded person that's passionate about investing locally and giving back to your community? Do you like working with other awesome and like-minded people toward a common goal?

Here at Your Neighbourhood Credit Union (YNCU), we are all about putting our money where our mouth is and keeping our dollars local and investing back into our members, staff, and community; and we are looking for people like you to join our team.

The Role

The Human Resources Generalist provides excellent client service and supports the full employee lifecycle including but not limited to recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, disability management, HR operations, compliance and other departmental initiatives, along with key administrative support. The Human Resources Generalist is a driven and results-oriented member of a dedicated Human Resources team.

• Manage end-to-end recruitment process with aptitude to source candidates that can contribute to YNCU's success which includes but is not limited to job postings, resume retention, screening and short-listing candidates, interviewing, employment reference checking, bonding applications, and preparation of employment contracts or letters
• Team up with Learning & Development to ensure an enthusiastic onboarding for new employees
• Ensure completion of HR checklists for staff changes, including new hires, exits, staff changes, return to work, to ensure accurate employee and payroll related information is reflected in HRIS and related systems
• Foster and maintain a high degree of trust within the relationships you build through the trademark service you provide while meeting the needs of our clients
• Participate as an active management team member of the Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC)
• Assist in the administration of leave and disability management for employee pregnancy/parental leaves, ESA leaves, sick leaves, short term disability, long term disability and other absences
• In conjunction with the Manager, Human Resources, provides sound guidance and advice on general HR matters and ensures adherence to HR Policies, procedures, programs, Collective Agreements and relative legislation
• Provide support for performance evaluation processes and performance management program, including assisting with the preparation of documented performance conversations, Employee Incident Reports, Performance Improvement Plans, etc.
• Perform HR and Labour Relations administrative functions including but not limited to the maintenance of employee files, preparation of documentation, and general responses to Union inquiries
• Assist with vacation scheduling processes and review branch scheduling as required to ensure adherence to established processes and the terms of the Collective Agreements
• Research available HR products, platforms, services and technologies and associated cost as required
• Participate in preparation for collective bargaining and other labour relations processes
• Develop and maintain records/databases, track data, provide trend analysis and compile statistics in respect of human resources programs; compile reports for key performance indicators related to human resources and labour relations
• Attend and participate in meetings as required
• Provide excellent client service to internal and external parties and maintain effective relationships with various client groups
• Recommend revisions to policies and procedures to assist in keeping HR current on best practices and new trends or developments and applicable legislation
• Be aware of enterprise risk management issues as they relate to Human Resources and bring forward risk issues for discussion, review and solutions to the Manager, Human Resources
• Remain current on employment standards and other applicable legislation
• Abide by YNCU policies, procedures, standards, guidelines and practice
• Assist with special projects as required

This position is for an existing vacancy within our team.

What We Are Looking For

• Post-secondary diploma/degree in the field of human resources, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum three (3) years of previous experience in human resources field
• CHRP designation or working towards, considered an asset
• Experience working in a financial institution and/or unionized environment is an asset
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) and aptitude for computer-based tools
• Well-developed networking and researching skills
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and available reliable vehicle
• Ability to travel to all YNCU locations
• Ability to work flexible hours, at times
• Must be bondable

Why work at YNCU?

YNCU Employees Get To Be a Part Of The Growing Credit Union Movement And Help Us Get The Word Out On Why Banking Locally Is So Important. We're Your Friendly, Helpful, And Financially Savvy Neighbour Who Provides Tailored Financial Services To Our Members, Supports Small Businesses, Creates Local Jobs, And Gives Back To Causes That Matter. Through Our Good Neighbours Employee Volunteer Program And Monthly Staff Donation Draws, We Even Let You Choose The Causes We Donate To And Support. YNCU Is Recognized For The Following

• B Corp Certified
• Competitive Compensation, Incentive Programs and Benefits
• 37.5-hour work week
• 7% matching pension
• Benefits are 100% paid for by YNCU
• Wellness Initiatives including our Employee and Family Assistance Program, premium membership for Calm, Consult+, and LIFT Virtual Fitness
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Community Sponsored Events Employee and paid Volunteer opportunities
• Opportunities to get involved with fun and meaningful committees
• Free banking accountDiscounted Employee Rates

Salary range: $73,000-$78,000

The compensation offered to the successful applicant for this role will be determined by the candidate's relevant skills and experience and internal equity. More information about our total rewards package will be available during the hiring process.

YNCU strives to be a diverse workplace reflective of the communities that we live in. We are committed to a diverse workforce and invite everyone to apply. YNCU makes hiring decisions solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

YNCU is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by national, provincial, or municipal laws. This applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.

Your Neighbourhood Credit Union will provide accommodations for persons with disabilities, where needed, to support their participation in our recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].