Human Resources Associate Full Time NEW

Lambton College is always proud to acknowledge that it is located on the beautiful homeland that is the traditional territory of the Ojibwe, Potawatomi and Odawa Nations. As the second-oldest college in the Ontario publicly assisted system, we have served our learners and communities for nearly 60 years, and with ALL IN: The 2025-2029 Lambton College Strategic Plan, we are charting a strong and steady course towards the next 60.

We are providing our students with the best learning and research experiences to ensure they are well-equipped to contribute to, and thrive in, a world of opportunity.

We are fostering a vibrant culture of community, collegiality, and professional growth for our people to ensure we are the best at being better.

And we are continuing to form academic, research, and community partnerships that create value for our local and global community and elevate student and client impacts at local, national, and international scales.

At Lambton College, we know where we’re going. Just as importantly, we know the way we’re going to get there. We call it the Lambton Way, and we welcome applications from those who are interested in being part of it.

ALL IN: The 2025-2029 Lambton College Strategic Plan

About The Position

This is a permanent part-time administration role, reporting to the Manager Human Resources – Compensation & Benefits, working 24 hours per week at a rate of $30.81/HR.

The HR Associate will be responsible for providing front line customer service to College leaders, employees and students with respect to all Human Resources services. They will be responsible for addressing confidential inquiries and information and for determining appropriate courses of escalation. They will also take primary responsibility for all general office duties.

The HR Associate provides administrative support to the Human Resources Department, in the following areas: New Hire onboarding and offboarding, Pension and Benefits, Payroll and HRIS, as well as assisting with labour relations matters as required.

Specific Accountabilities

• Greets visitors, responds to their needs or refers them to the appropriate person
• Administers benefits and pension enrolment and all maintenance including completing the monthly pension remittances
• Administers the overall process of onboarding of new employees utilising online ticketing system and HRIS
• Answers questions regarding training, timesheet entry and payroll requirements
• Process tuition subsidy reimbursements and oversee the tracking spreadsheets
• Receiving and distributing all in-coming and out-going mail
• File management for all personnel files
• Processes invoices, obtains signatures and routes to finance
• Assist with the annual Employee Recognition/ Retiree Event
• Providing support to other members of the team as needed

Qualifications

• At minimum a 2 year post-secondary diploma in Human Resources, or equivalent education as determined by the College
• Completion of, or working towards, CHRP/CHRL considered an asset
• At minimum three years of experience in Human Resources Administration is required at the point of hire: preferably direct experience with HRIS systems, pension & benefits and onboarding staff
• Excellent time management, organizational, prioritization and task consolidation skills
• Ability to gather information, analyze, evaluate, formulate and recommend appropriate courses of action
• Excellent communication / interpersonal skills, including demonstration of a consultative approach
• Demonstrated HRIS experience and Microsoft Office software proficiency, specifically excel
• General knowledge of Collective Agreements and employment-related legislation
• Knowledge of benefits/pension plans
• Must have superior attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with strong multi-tasking and prioritizing abilities
• Tact and discretion to recognize and maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information
• Strong client focus with an awareness of and sensitivity to diversity
• Ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization

Lambton College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

We thank all applicants for their interest and wish to advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Lambton College is an equal opportunity employer seeking to live its values in all we do. We are committed to taking proactive steps to provide and create opportunities for historically marginalized groups. We seek applicants who will strengthen our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strongly encourage the following qualified candidates: women, Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+ to consider working with and for Lambton College.

We recognize that structural barriers shape experiences and job qualifications, and therefore we seek to use employment equity to differentiate between candidates who meet the required qualifications; and encourage people to apply even if they feel that the position would be a stretch.

Employee Perks

Lambton College provides a wide range of exciting opportunities for both unionized and non-unionized positions with competitive total compensation packages, wages and benefits.

Investing In Our People

Lambton College is committed to the personal and professional growth of all our employees. Employees of Lambton College are incredibly valued and part of a transformative adventure. They enjoy an engaging and vibrant culture where they are encouraged to realize their full potential via development opportunities and accessible, supportive employee wellness initiatives.

Investing in our People

Lifetime Retirement Pension – Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Our employee benefit package includes a defined benefit pension to help you create a secure future. The CAAT Pension Plan provides you with a predictable lifetime retirement income, survivor benefits, early retirement options, and more without the stress of making investment decisions. CAAT makes it easy for you to build stable, secure retirement income while you work.