Human Resources Generalist
COMPETITION NO. AD26-12
June 2026 - October 2027
Band 10: $87,240 through $109,049

About Durham College:
Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution that supports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job market. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through field placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DC grads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to the ever-changing workforce.

A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Durham College offers a wide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, including culinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction and trades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and community services, media, art and design.

Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programs – including six bachelor’s degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 11,000 full-time post-secondary and nearly 3,000 apprenticeship students. In addition, we have more than 16,000 student registrations in professional and part-time learning. More than 120,000 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.

DC has an estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Region and is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve by contributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-being through partnerships, investments and collaboration.

Position Information**:**

Duties and Responsibilities:

Durham College is seeking a skilled professional with exceptional communication and demonstrated client service experience to fill a temporary vacancy on the Human Resources team. The Human Resources generalist is responsible for providing a full range of HR support to an assigned client group within the college. This role combines both a consultative and administrative focus. The incumbent provides guidance on HR matters to managers, faculty, and staff, while also managing key administrative processes including employment documentation, pension and benefits administration, and recruitment support. The role also involves frequent collaboration with HR colleagues to ensure consistent and effective service delivery.

This role will provide guidance and procedural advice on recruitment and selection ensuring compliance with established processes; coordinate and process onboarding activities, including the accurate and timely completion of benefits and pension documentation; work closely with managers to address employee and labour relations matters, including conflict resolution and performance management; interpret and provide guidance on collective agreements. The incumbent will advise management in the development of job descriptions (Position Description Forms and Job Fact Sheets), participate in the job evaluation process by reviewing and assessing job documentation as part of a committee, and communicate job evaluation outcomes.

The incumbent will prepare and process a large volume of employment contracts, offer letters, and memos, ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and adherence to policy, collective agreements, and legislation. This role will frequently utilize HR systems, including HRIS (Banner), Applicant Tracking System (Cornerstone on Demand), and benefits and pension platforms to manage and retrieve employee data. Occasionally this role will deliver information sessions on HR topics such as recruitment and selection, collective agreements and job evaluation.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a three-year diploma or degree in Human Resources or a related field is required; a CHRP designation is considered an asset.
• A minimum of three years of related work experience in an HR role, experience working in a unionized environment is an asset.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain respectful working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and critical thinking skills.
• Proven ability to manage a high volume of work while maintaining accuracy, attention to detail, and a strong client service focus.
• Results-oriented with the ability to work productively within a fast-paced environment with multiple and/or conflicting demands and deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience in employee relations, including conflict resolution.
• Working knowledge of collective agreements and applicable legislation, including the Ontario Human Rights Code, Employment Standards Act (ESA), and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Experience working with HR systems (e.g., Banner HRIS) is considered an asset.
• High degree of proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe.

Please note this posting is temporarily replacing an existing vacancy.

Please apply below by submitting your cover letter and resume to the online portal. Job Competition closes at 7:00 p.m. EST on May 19, 2026. Competition number AD26-12.

Contact Us T:905.721.3073 HumanResources@durhamcollege.ca
C Wing, Second Floor - 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, ON

Durham College invites applications from all qualified individuals. Durham is committed to fostering workplace diversity, and, provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require this information in alternate format; require communication supports; an accommodation in applying for a posting and/or if you are selected for an interview, please contact our Human Resources (HR) department and an HR assistant will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank you for your interest in employment with Durham College however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Land Acknowledgement
Durham College is situated on the traditional lands of the First Peoples of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. These lands are covered under the Williams Treaties and rest within the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. We offer our gratitude to the Indigenous Peoples who care for and, through the treaty process, share the lands on which we live, learn, teach and prosper today.