Human Resources Generalist Vacant Position
Location: Head Office Serpent River First Nation
Full-Time Permanent
Salary Range: $57,795 - $71,081

Who you are? You are highly motivated in sharing your interest in the Health Field enabling you to work in a team environment. Acknowledging the Seven Grandfather Teachings in your work to build relationships. In addition, you have the ability to draw on your own knowledge and life skills to support and maintain efficient operational functions, with a positive outlook.

Who we are? We are a leader in First Nation Health. Our foundation is Indigenous Health in Indigenous Hands. We provide accessible, quality, culturally safe and holistic health care that supports and enhances the wellness of individuals, families, and communities. We work with our 11 First Nation community partners in the provision of primary health care, traditional healing, mental wellness and addictions, home and community support services and health promotion services. We have recently been approved as the first Indigenous led Ontario Health Team by the Ministry of Health.

The opportunity: Reporting to the Human Resources Director, The Human Resource Generalist (HR Generalist) is responsible for the Human Resources (HR) department's daily operations, including hiring and interviewing employees, administering pay, benefits, and leaves, and ensuring organizational policies and practices are in place and followed. The HR Generalists main goal is to ensure that the HR department's operations run smoothly and effectively while striving to ensure employee engagement and satisfaction. The HR Generalist should have a thorough understanding of employee relations, staffing management, and training and an exceptional ability to handle competing priorities from multiple stakeholders.

What you need to bring with you:

• Post secondary Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in human resources or a related field is required
• 2 to 3 years of experience as a human resources coordinator required
• Respect for, sensitivity towards as well as knowledge and understanding of Anishinabek culture and language and the Seven Grandfather Teachings
• In-depth knowledge of labour law and employment equity regulations
• Previous experience in health services or a non-profit field an asset
• Excellent understanding of HR functions and best practices
• Excellent computer literacy, including experience with email, MS Office, and HR software
• Effective people management skills
• Outstanding record-keeping abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Meets tight deadlines and works well under pressure
• Outstanding organizational and conflict resolution abilities
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Excellent facilitation, coordination, and planning skills
• Ability to speak Ojibway language an asset

Why Work with Us?

Competitive Salary based on experience
Paid Extended Health Benefits
HOOPP (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan)
Generous vacation package; with additional 6 Aboriginal statutory holidays
Life-long learning is a priority, offering 10 Professional Development Days and $1200/Annual Budget
Technology Amenities provided (i.e., laptop, electronic medical record system, cell phone)
All travel expenses covered
Daytime hours of work 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday
Relocation Expenses are Negotiable
High staff satisfaction rated work environment, priority on provider and client experience
Access to Cultural and Traditional teachings of the Ojibwe People
3 weeks holiday for the 1st year
15 days of Personal Leave

What to expect? Given the traditional practices of Indigenous people, from time-to-time exposure to smoke from the burning of sacred medicines such as tobacco, sweet grass, sage or cedar may occur.

Accommodations for the disabled will be available upon request.

An offer of employment will be conditional upon an acceptable vulnerable sector police records check. Hiring of Indigenous People will be given preference, as allowed under Section 14 of the Ontario Human Rights Code Special Programs.

Qualified individuals are invited to submit a cover letter along with a current resume, certificates, diplomas, along with three current work-related references to the link in BambooHR. Please ensure that Human Resources Generalist appears in the subject line. Below is the link to apply directly to our organization.

Posting Deadline: April 29, 2025

Thank you to all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.