Human Resources Generalist

Position:
Human Resources Generalist - Competition #2026-14

Conditions:
Full-Time, Permanent

Department:
Human Resources

Location:

865 Main Street

Closing Date:
Open until filled

Salary Range: TBD depending on experience and education

Shawenim Abinoojii is a non-profitservice provider and Southeast First Nations-led organization. We offer comprehensive benefits, a rewarding work environment, and opportunities to challenge yourself, apply your skillset and be a part of a unique First Nations-ledservice model.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary
• Personal leave days and paid sick time
• Employer-matched Pension plan
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits package
• On-site parking
• Paid professional development

OVERVIEW:

Reporting to the Director of Human Resource, the Human Resource Generalist will be responsible for providing guidance on HR policies, employee relations, performance management, and workplace issues while fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing work environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Primary contact for handling employee inquiries and workplace concerns while maintaining accurate documentation.
• Investigate employee complaints, grievances and workplace conflicts in a fair, timely and confidential manner.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Support managers in Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs).
• Monitor and ensure employee performance reviews are scheduled and in compliance with organization policies and guidelines.
• Coordinate organizations performance review process with supervisors.
• Guide employees with performance review process and career development.
• Create employee job descriptions and job postings.
• Stay up to date with current recruiting methods.
• Must have extensive knowledge of recruitment strategies and assist with all aspects of recruitment including offboarding when needed.
• Promote employee engagement and retention initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of post-secondary education with a focus in Human Resources Management or a related discipline is required.
• 2-3 years related experience.
• Skilled in conflict resolution and respectful communication.
• Familiar with HR databases, applicant tracking systems and candidate management systems.
• Knowledge of Employment Standards, Labour Law, Workplace Safety and Health and Human Rights.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, word processing (MS Word), Spreadsheets (Excel), E-mail (Outlook) and Internet.
• Knowledge of the Child and Family Services (CFS) sector and legislation an asset but not mandatory.
• Demonstrate knowledge and/or understanding of Indigenous perspectives, First Nations culture and traditional philosophies.
• Must have a valid class 5 driver’s license and access to a vehicle and acceptable Driver’s Abstract are a condition of employment.
• Must have clear Criminal Record (vulnerable Sector Check), Child and Adult Abuse Registry Check, and Prior contact Check.