Human Resources Coordinator

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid, 4 days on-site for the first month, then 3 days on-site)
Language: English, strong written and verbal communication required
Duration: 18-month contract
Background Check Requirement: Criminal background check required

About the Opportunity
This is a hands-on Human Resources Coordinator opportunity within a collaborative, people-first public sector environment. Supporting a lean HR team, you will play a key role across the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to employee support and HR operations. Your work will directly contribute to a well-run, service-driven organization supporting a workforce of approximately 250 employees.

You will work closely with HR leadership and fellow coordinators to deliver consistent, high-quality HR services. This role offers variety and impact, balancing structured processes with opportunities to improve systems, enhance employee experience, and contribute to meaningful HR initiatives across the organization.

What’s In It for You
• A collaborative team environment that values flexibility, support, and shared success
• Exposure to a broad range of HR functions in a dynamic, public sector setting
• Opportunities to contribute to process improvements and meaningful HR projects
• A workplace that values initiative, learning, and continuous improvement

Your Responsibilities
• You’ll support full-cycle recruitment, including drafting postings, screening candidates, coordinating interviews, and preparing offers
• You’ll lead onboarding activities, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for new hires
• You’ll manage HR transactions and maintain accurate employee records across HRIS systems
• You’ll respond to employee inquiries, providing timely support and escalating when needed
• You’ll coordinate employee programs and initiatives, including engagement and internal events
• You’ll identify process improvements and support ongoing HR projects and reporting

Skills and Qualifications
• 2+ years of experience in a Human Resources role, ideally with exposure to recruitment and HR operations
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Experience supporting unionized environments or working with collective agreements is an asset
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow and improve established processes
• Proficiency with HRIS systems such as SAP SuccessFactors or ADP is preferred
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive, resourceful mindset with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Why Partner with Altis
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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.