HR Mission:
McMaster University’s Human Resources strives to cultivate a community in which every employee’s experience is that of acceptance, inclusion, belonging, and meaningful connection with the University’s mission and institutional priorities by Championing our University People and Culture: Collaborating with our University and Community Partners; Advancing Service Delivery and Operational Excellence; and Promoting Learning, Development and a Growth Mindset.
McMaster University is multi-faceted with multiple locations and constituencies. As a result, Human Resources support and services have developed over time to meet a spectrum of partner needs. The HR team consists of functional units such as HR Operations (Payroll and Data Management, HR Client Services, HR Systems Strategy, Reporting and Analytics), Talent, Equity & Development, Total Compensation, Employee & Labour Relations, and Employee Health, Safety & Wellness, who enable the delivery of comprehensive Human Resources programs and services in collaboration with leaders, HR area offices and HR practitioners across our community.
About the Portfolio
Real Estate Ancillary Operations and Partnerships (REAP) supports McMaster’s goal to diversify and expand its revenue in support of the academic and research missions, while championing an ongoing focus on operational and service excellence for the campus community. This portfolio encompasses oversight of a dedicated real estate strategy for the institution, the ongoing development of key university partnerships (i.e. McMaster Innovation Park), Parking Services, and the University’s critically important ancillary services, including Hospitality Services, the Campus Store, and Media Production Services.
The Department of Real Estate, Ancillaries and Partnerships HR Coordinator provides human resources and talent management related services and support to hiring managers within the department to optimally support its diverse activities in administration and operational services.
Reporting to the Senior HR Strategic Partner, the HR Coordinator is responsible for organizing and performing a full range of administrative duties that require a thorough understanding of established HR functions, policies, and procedures. This includes responsibility for accurately supporting payroll and human resources transactions and providing general recruitment and onboarding support, primarily for short-term and limited-term hires. This will include coordination and facilitation of activities, meetings and documentation supporting job postings, recruitment and selection processes, general HR reporting and administration, as well as processing and monitoring of related HR eForms and other HR transactions from the Ancillaries perspective.
This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with, and/or advocating for continuous improvements in, HR policies and procedures, requiring core knowledge of university policies and procedures as well as relevant external legislation (e.g. Employee Standards Act, Canada Human Rights Code, WSIA, etc.) and best practices. The incumbent will support the Senior Human Resources Strategic Partner, HR Partner and other administrators on HR programs and initiatives where required.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Degree or Diploma in a related field with a focus in Human Resources/ Industrial Relations
- CHRP designation strongly preferred
Experience:
- 3 years’ HR generalist/administrative experience, preferably in a large, unionized environment
Knowledge/Skills:
- Experience in an academic administrative setting an asset
- Functional knowledge and broad experience in all areas of human resources policies, practices, processes, and legislation
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and address employee and policy issues and exercise sound and experienced judgment in providing advice and guidance, often in ambiguous situations
- Early adopter of process enhancements and demonstrated agility in service delivery of programs
- Ability to build trust, follows through, ensures people feel heard, acts with integrity
- Excellent interpersonal and well-developed communication skills
- Computer proficiency with high level of competence in Microsoft Office applications; knowledge and experience with PeopleSoft and HR modules an asset
To apply for this job, please submit your application online.
McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.
The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.
The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.
As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.
Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:
- Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
- Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
- School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679
to communicate accommodation needs.
To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.
