As part of our team, the successful candidate will:

• Be invested in the implementation and improvement of HR tools that will promote a fully efficient organization, and contribute to the motivation, commitment, and professional growth of employees;

• Actively participate in organizational changes and be involved in the implementation of innovative processes;

• Contribute to maintaining frank and open communication that promotes team cohesion and efficiency;

• Participate in our team’s efforts to create an inclusive and caring professional environment;

• Share in the view that theatre brings people together and allows them to imagine, think, and feel collectively.

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• Participates in strategic HR initiatives related to institutional priorities and organizational culture;

• Takes on a motivational role to facilitate the implementation of desired changes in service of the evolving needs of Canadian theatre;

• Supports and advises managers in issues related to human resource management;

• Acts as a resource person for all staff regarding the interpretation of various corporate policies, programs, and regulations, and ensures that these are updated and maintained in compliance with applicable laws and HR best practices;

• Participates in the development and promotion of policies and processes related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility;

• Supports managers in their management of staff evaluations and development;

• Participates in the implementation of major HR projects, for example the redesign of the Employee Handbook or the implementation of a compensation and pay structure policy.

Staffing and Administrative Duties

• Is responsible for staffing, the applicant experience and employer brand management;

• Plans and coordinates, in collaboration with the relevant managers, the onboarding and integration of new employees;

• Plans and coordinates employee departures, in collaboration with the relevant managers;

• Drafts employment contracts and various letters;

• Creates and updates administrative HR files;

• Creates and updates HR tracking and administrative documents;

• Writes up HR-related news/information bulletins and ensures communication is maintained on an ongoing basis;

• Coordinates training and staff development needs and activities;

• Ensures that pay equity is maintained and total compensation is well managed;

• Participates in OHS committee meetings and ensures the proper management of Health and Safety records;

• Takes part in various internal management committees, for example the Operations Committee and Coordinating Committee;

• Updates the HR department’s Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and assists in interpreting them (OHS, absenteeism, turnover rate, etc.);

• Performs all other duties related to the smooth running of HR activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related discipline;

• At least 3 to 5 years’ Human Resources experience in a SMB context;

• Member of the Ordre des conseillers en ressources humaines agréé or equivalent proven experience;

• Excellent knowledge of labour standards and related laws, pay equity and relevant health and safety issues, in accordance with the CNESST;

• Excellent writing and communication skills in both English and French;

• Developed sense of ethics and professional responsibility;

• Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines;

• Excellent interpersonal skills, displays initiative, problem solving skills, sound judgment, creative thinking, thoroughness, autonomy, integrity, resourcefulness, participative leadership, analytical and synthetic thinking, and good stress management;

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams);

• Knowledge of the arts world and/or education, an asset;

• Knowledge of Nethris Payroll, an asset.

This is a permanent, full-time position usually Monday to Friday, in the context of a flexible work schedule.