Human Resources Business Partner (Hrbp)

POSITION: Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

REPORTS TO: Director, Human Resources

DEPARTMENT: Human Resources

LOCATION: North Bay

REFERENCE: 800-92-24

SALARY: $85,826 - $100,958

Who We Are

Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are building a sustainable, modern, future-ready service that will enhance economic development and quality-of-life for generations to come.

Ontario Northland is proud to be working toward the reinstatement of passenger rail in Northeastern Ontario. The passenger train service, also known as the Northlander, will fundamentally shift how people move across the province, creating a more connected, integrated transportation network.

We employ over 900 skilled professionals and are over 120 years old and proud of our heritage and connection to the communities we serve. We are focused on moving forward with the goal of being a valued leader in transportation. We offer competitive salary, excellent benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, 3 paid personal leave days along with discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.

Accountability Statement

The HRBP is a highly influential role that contributes to the organization in delivering both strategic and operational Human Resources (HR) outcomes to support business strategy. Working within a team of HR professionals, the HRBP will serve as the HR functional lead for the Northlander project to support the preparation and launch elements related to HR including: policy development, workforce planning, forecasting, leading talent sourcing and acquisition strategies and labour relations issues. The HRBP will partner with division leaders and project leadership teams to assess any HR needs, participate in planning, provide updates and ensure that HR remains a primary and proactive stakeholder. The HRBP will ensure best practices and compliance with established legislation, demonstrating leadership in developing strategies to successfully attract, develop, motivate, and retain staff in support of Ontario Northland business needs.

Major Duties/ Responsibilities

• Travel will be required
• Lead the development of the talent acquisition and sourcing strategy for successful program implementation and operational needs
• Support the company’s diversity initiatives and may maintain records of equal employment opportunities and affirmative action reporting requirements
• Support any people and policy related inquiries, as required
• Develop and deliver program onboarding in support an exceptional employee experience
• Support the workforce resource planning for the program
• Use appropriate communication channels to provide recommendations on HR related policies, programs, and procedures
• Partner with the Passenger Rail, Northlander Program team to identify the requirements, timelines and priorities to assist in developing effective standards of practice, policies and programs to best support operational and employee needs
• Collaborate with HR team in day to day operational functions, including Compensation, Benefits, Performance Management and Employee & Labour Relations
• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications team and participate in community events to promote ONTC and the return of Northlander Passenger Rail. Includes career fairs and ONTC hosted events.
• Attend planning meetings to assist and facilitate any policy and people programming required in the planning and implementation stages of the Northlander program

REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of 5-7 years of progressive human resources experience, preferably in a unionized environment
• Openness to perform other duties to support the HR team
• Valid G driver’s license and ability to travel when required
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources or related field or equivalent professional experience
• Positive and solution-focused attitude, calm, composed, self-aware and collaborative
• Ability to exercise appropriate levels of discretion and confidentiality
• Ability to effectively communicate with different levels across the organization
• Foundational knowledge of compensation and benefits
• Proven ability to lead collaboratively, creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment
• Understanding of core Human Resources practices/programs to provide an integrated approach to learning, development and HR related management programs, such as change, talent and succession;
• Self-motivated with the ability to handle multiple and competing priorities simultaneously
• Understanding of Federal and Provincial legislation pertaining to employment related matters, employment contracts and compliance requirements
• Professional certification in Human Resources Management (CHRP/CHRL/CHRE)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Outlook, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Ability to support employees and leaders remotely as needed

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.

CLOSING DATE: September 4, 2023 no later than 11:59 p.m. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number.

Ontario Northland is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources.

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