HR Analyst

POSITION: HR Analyst 
REPORTS TO: Manager, Talent Acquisition & Rewards
DEPARTMENT: Corporate
LOCATION: North Bay
REFERENCE: 800-90-27
SALARY: $83,538 - $98,280

WHO WE ARE:
Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a modern, forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve. With over 1200 skilled professionals, we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations.  We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along with a competitive salary, a defined benefit pension plan, paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services. 

ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT:
The HR Analyst supports evidence-based human resources decision-making by collecting, validating, analyzing, and reporting workforce data across the employee lifecycle. The role maintains HR data integrity, develops reports and dashboards, supports workforce planning and compliance reporting, and provides analytical support for HR programs, projects, and process improvements.

MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain HR reports, dashboards, scorecards, and workforce metrics related to headcount, vacancies, recruitment, attendance, compensation, and employee demographics.
• Analyze workforce data and trends to provide insights and recommendations supporting workforce planning, vacancy management, and business decision-making.
• Track recruitment activity, staffing approvals, requisition status, vacancy rates, and time-to-fill metrics.
• Maintain, reconcile, and report on position control data, organizational structures, and staffing movements.
• Provide analytical and reporting support for HR programs including attendance management, compensation, benefits, training, employment equity, and labour relations.
• Prepare information for audits, compliance reviews, legislative reporting, executive briefings, and collective agreement requirements.
• Conduct research and benchmarking to support HR policies, programs, and projects.
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of HRIS data through audits, validations, reconciliations, and data corrections.
• Support HRIS administration, including system testing, troubleshooting, documentation, workflow approvals, and end-user support.
• Identify and implement improvements to reporting processes, data controls, workflow efficiency, and HR systems.
• Participate in HR projects, continuous improvement initiatives, and special assignments.
• Perform other related HR analytics, reporting, workforce planning, and system administration duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Advanced College Diploma in Business Administration, Data Analytics, Labour Relations, Information Systems, Human Resources, or a related field
• CHRP designation or actively working toward designation is considered an asset
• 2–3 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, HRIS administration, workforce analytics, reporting, recruitment, compensation, payroll, or business analysis
• Experience maintaining confidential employee information 
• Experience performing data validation, audits, reconciliations, and quality assurance activities
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint
• Experience using HRIS, applicant tracking systems, payroll systems, workforce management systems, and reporting tools; Power BI experience is considered an asset
• Knowledge of HR practices across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, attendance management, compensation, benefits, labour relations, and workforce planning
• Knowledge of employment legislation, collective agreements, privacy requirements, records management practices, and corporate policies
• Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret workforce data and provide actionable insights
• Exceptional attention to detail with a demonstrated commitment to data accuracy and integrity
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical information to a variety of audiences
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, work independently, and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization

APPLICATION PROCESS : The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.

CLOSING DATE: July 28, 2026, no later than 11:59 p.m . Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number.  Visit our career website to apply:
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
If it is determined that any information provided in the application or during the recruitment process is false, misleading, or incomplete, Ontario Northland may discontinue your candidacy from further consideration.

At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity.  We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.

Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

ONTC does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to make or inform hiring decisions. We do use an external applicant tracking system (ATS) to help manage applications efficiently. While the ATS may apply basic automated filters or sorting functions, all applications are reviewed and evaluated by human recruiters.

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