Sr HR Systems Specialist

OLG; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming organization is seeking a passionate Sr HR Systems Specialist in Toronto. The successful candidate will implement and maintain HR systems to enhance operational performance and ensure compliance. Requires a minimum of five years of experience with multiple HR Information Systems, including Workday. The position involves collaborating with HR teams and providing technical expertise while leading User Acceptance Testing. This role offers a chance to contribute to a transformative gaming environment committed to serving the province of Ontario.

Benefits

Socially responsible company

Flexible work environment

Access to online learning programs

Public Service Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience with HRIS at super user level.
• Experience with functions and administration of Workday HRIS for enhancing user experience.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain HR systems ensuring compliance and data integrity.
• Provide technical support as HRIS subject matter expert.
• Collaborate with HR teams for reporting and analytics.
• Lead User Acceptance Testing for system enhancements.

Skills

Technical and functional experience with HR Information Systems

Experience in Workday HRIS administration

Effective planning and organizational skills

Analytical problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

University degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Human Resources

Tools

Workday

Job description

Range:

0.00 - 0.00 CAD

Job Description:

Sr HR Systems Specialist

GAME ON – OLG needs you

We’ve said GAME ON, and we mean it – OLG is rapidly transforming its organization to better serve Ontarians by delivering great gaming experiences through our digital, retail lottery, and land-based gaming channels. Over the course of fiscal 2023‑24, OLG delivered a record $2.4 billion in net profit to the Province of Ontario. OLG is now expanding our horizons even further, with a new strategic direction that builds on successes to date as a world class gaming entertainment leader with a globally admired omni‑channel platform.

We are ready to take this game to the next level and need a passionate Sr HR Systems Specialist to implement, configure and maintain HR Systems that align with HR strategies and are compliant with policies, procedures, and applicable legislation and regulations with the relevance of enhancing operational performance. Ensures data integrity and management of all critical employee data storage. Provides advanced HR systems support to People and Culture colleagues, business leaders and employees.

YOUR ROLE IN THE GAME

Reporting to the Sr Director HR Systems & Operations, you will be empowered to:

• Implement new systems, features, system upgrades and enhanced functionality in HR systems while ensuring compliance and desired results. Provides technical expertise as the HRIS subject matter expert, focused on process improvement, streamlining systems processes.

• Provides system-level support of multiuser operating systems and software tools, including configuration, maintenance, report writing, and support of these systems.

• Participates in ensuring data integrity and system accuracy, works with internal technical resources to ensure that the HR systems are accessible, operational and fully functional.

• Maintains standardized automated HR reports for the use of HR and business units. Works with the Workforce Analytics and Insights Manager for ad‑hoc reporting requirements that contribute to metrics and performance indicators.

• Collaborates with HR Subject Matter Experts (i.e. HR Business Partners, Talent Management team etc.) for defining the business requirements and associated artifacts, provides recommendations to streamline and better understand HR technology processes and functionality.

• Works with IT to implement innovative technology solutions.

• Participates in projects for multidisciplinary project teams composed of experts from various business units, trainers, stakeholders and external vendors. Implements/executes system requirements and related activities required for project implementation (business requirements, process documents, procedures etc.).

• Develops and leads User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system enhancements, new and/or upgrades. Collaborates with HR users to coordinate all UAT, review findings and troubleshoot issues for resolution.

• Partners with Learning Consultant to develop and execute training for HR teams and end users, including training manuals, procedures, guidelines and documentation.

• Acts as a backup for Workforce Analytics and Insights Manager, generating ad hoc reporting and/or dashboarding.

• Continues to improve Workday knowledge by requesting relevant training courses.

• Maintains a level of knowledge that is not specific to any one of area of Workday but to all areas.

• Stays abreast of emerging HR technology trends and needs through research and networking, evaluate options against business requirements and make recommendations to management that improve existing business and system processes.

WHAT YOU NEED TO PLAY

Work Experience: • Minimum five (5) years of technical and functional experience at the super user level with multiple HR Information Systems. • Three (3) years’ experience with functions and administration of Workday HRIS with a focus on the end user to enhance the employee experience.

Education: • University degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Human Resources. • Knowledge in the implementation, migration and support of HRIS and SaaS configuration.

Critical Skills: • Solid experience gathering and documenting business requirements, performing data analysis and translating business requirements into functional system requirements. • Effective planning and organizational skills with the ability to adapt to change and perform effectively under pressure. • Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and presentation skills are essential. • Strong communication skills. Excellent organization, innovation, interpersonal and facilitation skills. • Ability to manage confidential data professionally.

Negotiation and Influence: ability to negotiate and influence effectively while being open to perspectives and maintaining strong relationships

Strategic Thinker: strong strategic and critical thinker with ability to delve into unique challenges and find creative solutions

Collaboration & Fun: inclusive and collaborative work style while creating fun and excitement in our work

Integrity and Trust: do what's right and operate with transparency and openness

PERKS OF JOINING OUR TEAM

• Part of a Bigger Picture: socially responsible company that gives back all its profits to the province and people of Ontario
• Flexible Work Environment: to help balance both work and life
• Freedom to Innovate: supports new and better ways to be successful
• Be your Authentic Self: environment that values diversity as a source of strength
• Learning Galore: 24‑7 access to robust online learning programs
• Public Service Pension Plan: participate in a major defined benefit pension plan sponsored by the Government of Ontario
• Variable Pay Program: performance‑based incentives to share in our success (Permanent OLG Employees Only)

About OLG – GAME ON!

OLG’s purpose is to contribute to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. We are a multi‑billion‑dollar organization with a wide array of business lines including, lottery, land‑based casinos, digital lottery and casino, horseracing, and charitable gaming. OLG is amidst a massive transformation focusing on being customer obsessed and bringing our digital business to a whole new level.

The key to our success is our people. Our culture will be grounded in true, positive partnerships that embrace trust, clarity, and openness in all that we do. We are supporting and empowering employees and teams across the organization through greater accountability, leadership development and growth opportunities. OLG is embracing more flexible work options and family friendly work practices including hybrid work.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential elements of our culture and cornerstones of the Five Truths that OLGers Live by. At OLG, our employees have the space to be themselves and use their perspectives and skills to benefit the people and the Province of Ontario.

While we are re‑shaping and growing our business, we are unwavering when it comes to living our purpose, and ensuring our business delivers meaningful benefits for the people of Ontario. OLG’s net profits are reinvested back into the province, contributing to the quality of life for Ontarians.

To learn more about OLG go to our website at www.olg.ca

We look forward to hearing from you, interested applicants please apply online by January 7, 2026.

OLG is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] if you require accommodation at any time throughout the hire process.

We thank you for your interest in this opportunity; however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Personal information is collected by the Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation (OLG) and/or its third party service provider(s) under the authority of the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation Act, 1999, SO 1999, c 12, Sch L and the Employment Standards Act, 2000, S.O. 2000, c. 41 (as amended) and will be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment with OLG and for recruitment modernization initiatives. The information will be managed in accordance with all applicable laws, OLG’s Protection of Privacy Policy (the Policy) and related policies and procedures. For any questions about this collection, please contact [e-mail], 800-70 Foster Drive, Sault Ste. Marie, ON, P6A 6V2.