Human Resources Generalist
Full-Time Administration
Reporting to the Manager, Recruitment & Staff Relations, the Human Resources Generalist will provide support for the recruitment and selection of administrative, support, and contract employees. The Human Resources Generalist will assist with employee engagement, professional development, organizational effectiveness, and compliance with collective agreements, policies, and legislation. Other responsibilities include administering immigration and residency programs for administrative and support staff employees, conducting research, contributing to human resources initiatives and projects, responding to general inquiries related to recruitment and selection, and assisting with the maintenance of human resources data and records. The Human Resources Generalist will work collaboratively with all departments to support efficient service delivery and consistent practices.
The successful candidate will hold a relevant university degree (Bachelor of Business Administration, Human Resources, Social Sciences, etc.) along with a minimum of three to five years of related work experience in progressively responsible positions. The successful candidate must have experience working in direct full-cycle recruitment and a unionized environment. Post-secondary experience and a Certified Human Resources Professional designation is considered an asset.
The target hiring range for this position is $67,223 to $72,265 annually, with the ability to progress to a maximum rate of $87,393 annually. Placement within the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.
A comprehensive group benefits and pension plan is offered, as well as a tuition subsidy for eligible dependents.
Please submit your letter of application in a single PDF document, via email to careers@nipissingu.ca by 4:00 p.m., March 6, 2026.
Hiring is subject to final budgetary approval. The search committee would like to thank all applications for their interest in Nipissing University. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please note that only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.
Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada. The search committee would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Nipissing University.
Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.
