Human Resources Specialist

Humber-River-Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Humber River Health – Wilson Site in Toronto is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Human Resources Specialist to join the Total Rewards team. You will manage the employee life cycle, advise staff on benefits and pensions, and support HRIS data quality on-site.

The role requires union experience, pension/benefits administration, strong MS Office skills, and a collaborative, customer-focused approach in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• College diploma in Human Resources.
• Minimum two years HR experience in a unionized environment.
• Experience administering pension and benefits.
• Knowledge of payroll procedures, CRA guidelines an asset.
• Strong MS Office knowledge required.
• Superior customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a team with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with key legislation including Employment Standards Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, AODA, OHSA, WHMIS, OLRA.
• Awareness of privacy laws including FOI, PHIPA, PIPEDA.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Accurately manage employee life cycle in accordance to hospital policies, collective agreements, legislative guidelines and procedure with a high level of attention to detail
• Provide advice and guidance to staff and leadership on benefits and pension administration, different types of leave and retirement
• Review and assess claims for previous experience and adjust employee salary as appropriate
• Support administration and maintenance of quality HRIS data and system audits
• Manage and administer employer perks programs
• Support projects and initiatives as required

Skills

MS Office

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

College diploma in Human Resources

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position Profile

Human Resources Specialist

Humber River Health. Lighting New Ways In Healthcare.

Humber River Health is a multi-site organization serving a population of more than 850,000 people in the northwest Greater Toronto Area. The organization is a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and operates Hennick Humber Hospital, along with its Finch and Church campuses, supported by more than 5,000 employees, approximately 800 physicians, and over 600 volunteers.

Hennick Humber Hospital is North America’s first fully digital hospital. Through robotics and advanced technology, patients benefit from less pain, fewer complications, and shorter hospital stays. A custom combination of technology and clinical expertise supports a reimagined model of care focused on safety, efficiency, and improved outcomes. Its digital ecosystem includes automated laboratory services, medication management robotics, electronic health records, a Command Centre, computerized physician order entry, bedside computer terminals, and surgical tracking systems that keep families informed in real time.

These innovations enhance communication, improve efficiency, and create a more connected experience for patients and families.

This transformation has been made possible through the dedication of Humber’s staff, physicians, and volunteers. Together, they are united by a shared belief: the power to transform healthcare through innovation, collaboration, and excellence. With strong teams and a commitment to continuous improvement, Humber River Health continues to deliver Tomorrow’s Healthcare, Today.

We are currently recruiting for a Full Time Human Resources Specialist to join our Total Rewards team. As a developing HR professional, you will be the liaison between the hospital, our employees and our benefits and pension provider. Utilizing high attention to detail, you will manage the employee life cycle as well as be the point person for all inquiries as it relates to benefits, pensions, compensation and total rewards inquiries and escalations within a defined portfolio consisting of unionized, non-union and management staff. We will support your growth and exposure by involving you in initiatives and projects as it relates to Total Rewards, including Long Service Awards, HRIS enhancements, continuous process improvements, data quality and integrity audits and much more!

Employee Status: Temporary Full Time

Duration: Up to October 2027 (subject to change)

Hourly Rate: $38.762 - $48.483

Reporting Relationship:Director of Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards & People Analytics

Location:Humber River Health – Wilson Site

Hours of work:Monday- Friday, flexibility required, on site

Union:Non-Union

What will you be doing?

• Accurately manage employee life cycle in accordance to hospital policies, collective agreements, legislative guidelines and procedure with a high level of attention to detail
• Provide advice and guidance to staff and leadership as it relates to benefits and pension administration, different types of leave of absences and retirement
• Review and assess claims for pervious experience and adjust employee salary as appropriate
• Support the administration and maintenance of quality HRIS data and system audits
• Manage and administer employer perks programs
• Support projects and initiatives as required

Qualifications:

• College diploma in Human Resources
• Minimum two years Human Resources experience in an unionized environment required
• Experience administering pension and benefits required
• Knowledge of payroll procedures, CRA guidelines an asset
• Strong knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Superior customer service and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to be flexible and work within tight time constraints in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work effectively and independently in a team setting with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation including Employment Standards Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System and Ontario Labour Relations Act (OLRA)
• Strong awareness of Freedom of Information and Personal Privacy Act, Personal Health Information Protection Act, Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act
• An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.

Why choose Humber River Health?

At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are delivering Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today. We are proud to have been recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to staff, physician and volunteer engagement. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute.We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care.As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground.Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.