Human Resources Partner, Office of Human Resources, Competition #OR-21-14, Orillia, ON

Human Resources Partner

Office of Human Resources

Orillia Campus

Full Time, Permanent

Competition #OR-21-14

Lakehead University invites applications from dynamic, creative and enthusiastic Human Resources professionals to join our Orillia campus team.

In coordination with a strong HR team based in Thunder Bay, this individual works closely with a variety of stakeholders at all levels of the university offering personalized guidance, support, and solutions on a breadth of HR-related activities to the staff and faculty on the Orillia and Barrie campuses.  Reporting to the Associate Vice-President of Human Resources, the Human Resources Partner leads all functional areas of the human resource portfolio on the Orillia campus. The role requires a seasoned and strong generalist or business partner who is skilled in recruitment, HRIS, performance management, employee and labour relations, occupational health and safety, compensation and benefits, and training and development. Furthermore, this position will serve as an agent of change with the ability to foster strong, meaningful relationships and offer forward thinking HR improvements to our current, high functioning team. This is a pivotal role on the Orillia campus and requires an individual with a collaborative nature who thrives in a “small-but-mighty” team environment.

The successful candidate has completed post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related discipline. Completion of a CHRL designation is preferred, along with five years of professional Human Resources experience in an advisory role. Experience in an academic setting is an asset. The successful candidate also possesses strong knowledge of applicable legislation including the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Ontario Human Rights Code and Employment Standards Act.  With a focus on HR service delivery, the incumbent has excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong coaching, mediation and conflict resolution skills, as well as an ability to work independently without close supervision in a demanding, fast paced environment.

The position offers a competitive remuneration package including salary, comprehensive benefits package, life insurance, pension plan, and tuition waiver.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a single PDF document, quoting competition #OR-21-14, that includes cover letter, resume, along with the contact information of three references to:

Office of Human Resources

Email:  careers@lakeheadu.ca

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.  This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

Lakehead Thunder Bay is located on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850. Lakehead Orillia is located on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. The Anishinaabeg include the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Pottawatomi nations, collectively known as the Three Fires Confederacy.