McGill University

HumanResourcesAdministrator

$63–75k Montreal, Quebec, Canada FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Human Resources Administrator at McGill University. Skills: HR policies, Academic Personnel policies, Collective agreements. Assist with HR policies. Act as HR resource”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving; Analytical skills

Eligibility Requirements

Authorized to work in Canada, Willing to work in Quebec

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3 Years Related Experience

Nice to Have

CRHA designation, Experience with University HR policies, Experience with collective agreements, Experience in a research environment, Experience in a medical environment

What You'll Do.

Assist with HR policies

Guide on collective agreements

Foster working relationships

Maintain working relationships

Communicate with Academic Personnel Office

Collaborate with Academic Personnel Office

Assist with academic recruitment

Prepare letters of offer

Assist with salary review

Assist with recruitment

Identify position requirements

Draft job descriptions

Participate in onboarding

Participate in orienting employees

Administer trial reviews

Administer probationary reviews

Process reappointments

Assist with exit interviews

Compile statistics for turnover reports

Assist in employee relations cases

Perform preliminary investigations

Gather background information

Assist with follow-up

Oversee payroll transactions

Ensure accuracy of payments

Ensure compliance of payments

Oversee administrative processes for leaves

Complete documentation for CSST dossiers

Produce statistics on leaves

Interpret statistics on leaves

Assist with initiative implementation

Assist with program implementation

Assist with policy implementation

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Working relationships with stakeholders; Human Resources; Academic Personnel Office

Communication Scope

Spoken communication; Written communication

Full Job Description

**Please refer to the[How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates)](https://www.mcgill.ca/hr/files/hr/apply_at_mcgill_university_-_guide_for_external_candidates_en.pdf) job aid for instructions on how to apply.** **If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar).** **Position Summary:** Under the supervision of the Human Resources Advisor in the Faculty of Dentistry, the Human Resources Administrator is responsible for all human resources activities and transactions related to academic and administrative staff. This position provides support to the Faculty in the application of HR and Academic Personnel policies, ensuring consistency, equity, and compliance. The HR team of the Faculty of Dentistry is responsible for planning and implementing policies and procedures and administering all HR processes during the life cycle of the Faculty’s administrative and academic employees. **Primary Responsibilities:** * Assist the Faculty Administration and faculty members with regards to HR policies and their application. Act as a resource on HR issues to employees of the Faculty of Dentistry. * Guide the Dean and faculty members on policies and procedures and collective agreements concerning academic and administrative positions. Foster and maintain excellent working relationships with stakeholders. * Communicate and collaborate with Human Resources and the Academic Personnel Office to ensure standards are met and record-keeping is complete, consistent, and transparent. * Assist the Dean’s office with academic recruitment including advertising, uploading recruitment dossiers, and administering hiring documentation. * Prepare letters of offer ensuring that all University policies, procedures, and collective agreements are respected. * Assist HR Advisor

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