Human Resources Representative (1-Year Contract, with possible extension)

Position Details

• Department and Division: Human Resources – Corporate Services
• Job Type and Duration: Temporary 1-Year Term, with possible extension
• Hours Of Work: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday (35 hrs/week) in office; with occasional hours outside of these required to support adhoc events/tasks.
• Posting Period: October 13, to October 27, 2026

The Opportunity

The HR Representative role offers ambitious Human Resources career entrants with an opportunity to develop and enhance practical skills by exposure and assignment of hands-on tasks. You will work in a positive and inclusive work environment where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are encouraged. You’ll work alongside and support members of our experienced team in key Human Resources functions such as Records Management, Recruitment, Training and Development, Labour and Employee Relations, Health and Safety, and Total Compensation.

What you’ll bring to the team

• Strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking/sound judgement
• Excellent communication/relationship skills
• A focus on identifying ways to improve the current state
• Ability to communicate clearly and confidently to influence through data and sound reasoning
• A natural curiosity to learn and the ability to apply learned skills
• Able to plan, organize and implement process improvements and/or projects
• Fun and creativity!

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Certificate and/or Diploma in a Business Administration Program with a focus in Human Resources
• Six (6) months’ relevant experience working in an administrative or office environment; Human Resources experience considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Human Resources programs and administration to support coordination of corporate initiatives and provide project assistance
• Knowledge of relevant legislative framework including but not limited to, Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Municipal Act
• Knowledge of HR information systems and databases to access data, gather appropriate information for specific HR-related purposes and to prepare reports
• Proficiency with common office productivity software, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook as well as other presentation and database applications to prepare correspondence, reports and presentations, and coordinate meetings
• Ability to research initiatives and prepare reports and recommendations
• Interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with colleagues, clients, and senior leaders to provide written research, program support and to respond to enquiries as needed

Additional Information

The City is an Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) Employer – a Defined Pension Plan with Employer matched contributions. Explore the OMERS Plan and learn more about the benefits of membership.

Qualified individuals interested in being considered for this position are requested to submit a resume and covering letter in one PDF document via email to: staffing@northbay.ca no later than October 27, 2026. Please identify the Posting ID: 26E-55 in the subject line. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under the City of North Bay’s Accessibility Policy. We encourage applicants to make their needs known to Human Resources in advance.

Just north enough to be perfect, North Bay is a diverse community that offers a blend of opportunity and easy living. Servicing a regional catchment area of 112,000 people, this progressive city of approximately 53,000 residents is nestled between Lake Nipissing and Trout Lake and is conveniently located just three and a half hours from major Ontario centers such as Toronto and Ottawa.

Join our team and create your future with the Corporation of the City of North Bay. Discover the Gateway to the North, where easy living is embraced.

An Equal Opportunity Employer