Tikinagan Child & Family Services Looking for Human Resources Specialist at Sioux Lookout, ON Full Time

Starting Salary: $56,337
Position Overview:

Under supervision of the Human Resources Supervisor, the HR Specialist performs a variety of duties to assist in the day to day operations of the unit. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and be able to maintain strict confidentiality within the unit. The applicant should be well organized, conscientious, willing to learn, positive, and a team player. Hands on training and job shadowing will be provided. The applicant must possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications Desired:

• This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all applicants. Persons of First Nations Ancestry will be given preference (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment). We invite all applicants to Self-Identify if Indigenous, Metis or Inuit.
• Post-Secondary education in Human Resources and/or Office Administration field and/or previous related experience.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, along with prior experience communicating effectively to diverse groups
• Exceptional organizational abilities
• Knowledge/experience with Excel, Word, Email and other computer applications
• A valid Ontario Driver’s Licence would be an asset.
• Must be able to pass a Criminal Records Check and oral drug test prior to employment.
• Ability to speak one of the Nishnawbe-Aski dialects is preferred.
• Must be willing and able to travel to northern communities to conduct interviews and orientations.
• Successful applicant will be required to provide verification of both COVID-19 vaccinations

TO APPLY: Send your job application/resume to the Hiring Committee and include the Competition Number or the name of the position you are applying for:

• BY MAIL: P.O. Box 627, Sioux Lookout, ONP8T 1B1 OR
• BY FAX: (807) 737-4550 OR
• BY EMAIL: [email protected]OR
• DROP OFF YOUR APPLICATION AT ANY OF OUR OFFICES (ask the receptionist to fax your application to Human Resources)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

***ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED***

However, we welcome applicants to contact HR if they wish to follow up on an application or inquire about other opportunities at Tikinagan.

AODA AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Tikinagan Child and Family Services is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concern with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, Tikinagan will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process.

Tikinagan strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit of this commitment, Tikinagan will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.