Human Resources and Staffing Assistant, Human Resources

Reference #01125 PostedWednesday, June 17th, 2026 at 12:00am ScopePublic Applications Accepted PositionHuman Resources and Staffing AssistantDepartmentHuman ResourcesVacancyYesTermPermanent, Part-TimePay$28.44 - $29.30 hourly

At Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH), our shared purpose is People First, and our core values of Integrity, Quality, Respect, Compassion and Teamwork are at the centre of who we are and what we do. We remain committed to sustaining an experienced workforce that reflects Northumberland Hills Hospital’s dedication to recognising everyone’s contributions and respecting everyone’s dignity, unique experience, and potential.

EQUITY AND ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Northumberland Hills Hospital remains respectful of all protected rights, in line with the grounds laid out by the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we welcome applications from all qualified applicants and interests from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People of North America, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

LOCATION AND ABOUT NHH

ROLE OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources, the HR and Staffing Assistant is a member of a multidisciplinary team that is responsible for the coordination of staff scheduling and vacancy management for the centralized department portfolio and to provide administrative support to the HR division. These services are performed in accordance with the strategic plan, philosophy, and values of NHH and include analysis and implementation of regional integration strategies among other hospitals, health care agencies and potential partners in the public or private sectors along with following legislation including specific regulations related to the role.

• Responsible for the coordination of staffing levels for the centralized department portfolio according to the master timesheets and under the direction of department manager/director and for calling replacement/relief staff according to unit guidelines.
• Responsible for building monthly schedules for the centralized department portfolio.
• Responsible for supporting daily staffing needs by filling vacancies by phone call or text call outs.
• Responsible for carrying out administrative tasks within the department, ensuring employee information is kept up to date, processing employment changes, completing required paperwork and updating systems accordingly
• Reviewing and processing vacation requests in line with leadership approvals.
• Providing administrative support to the HR Division including assisting with the recruitment process, generating reports, letters, minute taking, scheduling meetings, and assisting with other projects as needed.
• Acts as the primary point of contact for staff and management relating to any/all scheduling enquiries, ensuring response in a timely manner, demonstrating working knowledge of Collective Agreements and Employment Standards Act in response.
• Responsible for issuing and maintaining ID and parking badges for all internal and external key stakeholders in line with organizational policy and procedures.
• Meet legislative, corporation and departmental requirements for Occupational Health and Safety, Quality Assurance, Accreditation and Risk Management.
• Follows safe and healthy work practices whilst maintaining a safe and healthy work environment through attendance at education programs, use of established reporting mechanisms for injuries, illnesses and hazards, and adherence to health and safety related policies and procedures.
• Performs all other functions as assigned.

HOURS OF WORK

NHH's Staffing Office is currently open week days from 6am to 6pm and weekends until 2pm. In this position, you’ll be required to work weekends, along with at least two weekday shifts per week.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or equivalent post secondary education.
• Minimum one (1) year experience in a scheduling, business administrative or human resources environment.
• Previous experience and working knowledge with the application of collective agreements specifically pertaining to staffing and scheduling language.
• Previous experience and working knowledge of scheduling systems, HR information systems and with data entry.
• Experience with Time and & Attendance Systems, specifically UKG, is preferred.
• Strong understanding of recruitment and selection processes.
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Quality, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Compassion.
• Evidence of effective communication, and conflict resolution skills with the ability to develop positive working relationships with all stakeholders promoting collective problem-solving approaches.
• Demonstrated commitment to leading edge interprofessional practice standards with knowledge and commitment to a shared governance philosophy and practice.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and adherence to policy and protocol are required to ensure that standards are met.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong orientation to team development, mentorship, and staff empowerment.
• Ability to effectively guide, direct and assist staff to continuously improve performance.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and be self-directed.
• Demonstrates a professional and respectful attitude to patients, public, volunteers and colleagues and fosters good public relations and effective working relationships.
• Ability to respond to many simultaneous/competing demands from multiple stakeholders.
• Computer/technical proficiency in Microsoft Office, Scheduling Systems, HR Information Systems, and Payroll Systems.
• Demonstrated compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Legislation and Infection Prevention and Control practices.
• Flexible approach to work, resilience, and ability to exemplify the values of NHH.
• Previous experience in a unionized, healthcare and/or non-profit environment an asset.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Successful applicants are required provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal reference check, that was complete less than one year from the date of hire. This requirement must be met within the first sixty (60) days of employment.

Additionally, to the above, successful applicants are also required to complete the Health Care Worker Health review process which includes providing an up-to-date immunization record to ensure compliance with the Ontario Hospital Association Communicable Diseases Surveillance Protocols within the first thirty (30) days of employment. Northumberland Hills Hospital operates a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all staff.

Northumberland Hills Hospital may choose to conduct parts/all the hiring process virtually. Furthermore, we are a scent-free environment. When attending the hospital kindly refrain from wearing strongly scented fragrances.

We thank all those that express interest in this exciting position; kindly note that due to high volumes of interests, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.