Human Resource Generalist / HR Lead Full-Time at John Howard Society of Ottawa

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 May, 26

Salary

65451.0

Posted On

21 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Trusted Advisor, Workplace Investigations, Employee Relations, Recruitment, Sourcing Strategies, Onboarding, Performance Review Support, Training And Development, Labor Law Compliance, HR Policy Maintenance, Benefits Administration, HR Project Management, Process Improvement, Data-Based Information Analysis, Communication, Employee Well-being

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

HR Generalist TITLE: HR Generalist LOCATION(S): Ottawa SALARY: $61 k-65k per annum **based on work experience** HOURS: 35 hours per week EMPLOYER: John Howard Society of Ottawa CLOSING DATE:March 9,2026 About our work environment: Employees at JHS Ottawa say the organizational culture is supportive, innovative, and focussed on creating a caring environment for both clients, and staff. At JHS Ottawa, you will find an employer that celebrates the uniqueness of each of its staff members and is committed to promoting an engaging working culture where all employees are encouraged to live their strengths and realize their potential. JHS Ottawa will provide permanent new employees access to a benefit plan, four weeks vacation annually, a Defined Contribution Pension Plan after eligibility waiting period, and opportunities for continual learning and development. ABOUT YOU: You are a qualified candidate if you have achieved or are working towards your CHRP designation and have 1-2 years HR generalist experience. You are looking for role with an opportunity for growth. You are a strong communicator who is motivated by supporting employees making a difference for vulnerable clients in our community. You are passionate about the well being of all employees in your organization. You understand the importance of data-based information when analyzing HR trends. If you can approach situations with humility, have a healthy sense of humour, and an eagerness to improve the work experience of every employee at JHS Ottawa, this may be your most enjoyable role ever! About who we support: Our employees are supporting a diverse client group including youth and adults, all genders, from a wide cross section of social, ethnic, linguistic and cultural backgrounds who are representative of our broader community. We are accountable to the people we serve by providing the highest quality of service with integrity through the delivery of responsive, innovative and evidence-informed approaches. About diversity at JHS Ottawa: The John Howard Society of Ottawa is committed to reflecting and responding to the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is seeking that diversity in applicants for this position. We welcome candidates from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+, and all candidates who contribute to furthering the diversity of ideas. We also recognize that people from diverse groups have different needs and require different solutions to gain equal opportunity for success in the hiring process. If you require any accommodation during the interview process, please let us know. AS THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE YOU WILL; * Acted as a trusted advisor to employees and managers, providing guidance on workplace issues and HR policies. * Can address employee concerns promptly and participate in/ conduct investigations into workplace complaints, ensuring fair and effective resolution. * Promote a culture of respect, inclusion, and engagement across the organization, and especially within the team. * * Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, including job postings, candidate screenings, interviews, and offer negotiations for assigned business sites. * Develop innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent, particularly in hard-to-fill roles. * Oversee onboarding programs to ensure a positive and seamless integration for new hires. * Support managers in implementing performance review processes. * Identify training and development needs and facilitate employee learning opportunities. * Ensure compliance with labor laws, employment standards, and organizational policies. * Update and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks as needed/ requested by Director, HR. * Oversee benefits enrollment, inquiries, and issue resolution, ensuring a smooth employee experience. * Lead or contribute to HR projects and initiatives. * Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance HR service delivery. * Qualifications….. * Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; and /or * 4+ years of recent progressive HR experience, including employee relations, HRIS, recruitment, and HR program administration. * Strong working knowledge of HR systems, is a must! YOU’RE A FIT WITH OUR ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE, IF YOUR ACTIONS MIRROR OUR VALUES IN THE WAY YOU WORK: * You are committed to providing the highest quality of care for our clients, though responsive, innovative, and evidence informed approaches. * Driven by curiosity, you can adapt to achieve the best results for clients/communities you serve. * Celebrating the uniqueness and lived experience of every person is part of your nature, and this conviction creates a sense of belonging, safety, and better outcomes for all. * As a leader, you lead in a way that helps employees live their strengths and reach their potential. * Lead with compassion and care for others, and help JHS build a culture of listening, mutual support, and meaningful connections. HOW TO APPLY: Please submit your cover letter and resume through the John Howard Society of Ottawa’s website, under the Careers tab at: https://johnhoward.on.ca/ottawa/careers/ [https://johnhoward.on.ca/ottawa/careers/] We sincerely thank all applicants who express interest in JHS and this position- only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor to employees and managers, handling workplace issues, conducting investigations, and managing end-to-end recruitment processes. Responsibilities also include overseeing onboarding, supporting performance reviews, ensuring legal compliance, managing benefits enrollment, and leading HR projects.