Job Description

Renison University College, affiliated with the University of Waterloo, acknowledges that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Renison is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land promised to the Six Nations that includes ten kilometres on either side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place in all corners of our campus through research, learning, teaching, community building and outreach. We are guided by the work of our Reconciliation and Re-storying Steering Committee and Anti-Racism and Decolonization Spokescouncil, as well as the University of Waterloo’s Office of Indigenous Relations

Respected as an inclusive community that values the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students, Renison is committed to engaged education for the well-being of the world, offering degree programs reflecting social and global engagement through our School of Social Sciences and Humanities and our School of Social Work as well as community engagement in our non-credit programs, through our School of Global Engagement and Education. More information about the College is available on the Renison website

Renison invites applications for a full-time, ongoing position of Human Resources Partner (35 hours per week) with a salary range of: $59,938 and $74,922 per annum.This position is open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

Objectives: The Human Resources (HR) Partner reports to the Director of Human Resources & Infrastructure and is primarily responsible for the administration and implementation of human resources functions within the organization including contract administration, recruitment and selection, performance management, onboarding, health and safety, and employee relations.

The HR Partner provides strategic human resources guidance and process knowledge to internal stakeholders, responds to inquiries and works collaboratively to support a positive working environment that supports and reinforces the mission and values of Renison University College (RUC) while minimizing risk and ensuring legislative compliance.

Additionally, the incumbent will represent Renison in a manner consistent with the values, goals, and strategic directions of the University College.

Qualifications

Education:

• Undergraduate degree and /or Community College diploma with a focus in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Psychology or Sociology
• Minimum CHRP designation with progression towards or achievement of the CHRL designation

Experience:

• 4 – 5 years of experience gained in a Human Resources department, preferably in a generalist role
• 3+ years of experience drafting employment contracts and familiarity with related legislation
• 2+ years of experience processing and /or reconciling payroll along with understanding of related processes experience
• 3+ years of experience related to onboarding, recruitment and selection processes
• 3+ years of experience with performance evaluation practices
• 3+ years of experience with health and safety practices
• 3+ years of experience related to employee relations
• 3+ years of experience with the interpretation and application of current employment legislation including the Employment Standards Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, AODA legislation
• 2+ years of experience within the higher education or public sector is considered an asset

Application Instructions

Renison University College respects, appreciates, and actively encourages diversity. As part of Renison’s commitment to equity within the College, we welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals with diverse experiences based on race, ethnic origin, religion, age, colour, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, ability or disability, including women, 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous Peoples, and other visible minorities.

Positions are open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

Renison is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates participating in all parts of the hiring process. Please contact a member of Renison’s Human Resources department with accommodation requests.

Applications will be treated confidentially and submitted online as PDF files through Interfolio

Please include a complete resume and a letter of application. Please provide the names of three potential referees, who will be contacted should your application moves forward.

References will be solicited at a later stage in the process as needed and with permission. Additionally, the successful candidate will be asked their consent to complete an educational and criminal records verification. The criminal records verification provides an indication of the existence of adult criminal convictions, for which a record suspension has not been granted, within the RCMP National Repository of Criminal Records.

Review of applications will begin on April 27, 2026.

A full job description is available here

This posting is for an existing vacancy.