While the WSIB's current work environment is hybrid, this role requires the successful applicant to commit to an in-office work arrangement up to 5 days a week beginning in 2026.
About the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
We’re here to help. When an injury or illness happens on the job, we move quickly to provide wage-loss benefits, medical coverage and support to help people get back to work. Funded by businesses, we also provide no-fault collective liability insurance and access to industry-specific health and safety information. We are one of the largest insurance organizations in North America covering over five million people in more than 300,000 workplaces across Ontario. For more information, visit wsib.ca.
At the WSIB, you’ll have the opportunity to:
explore many career paths and follow your passion
continuously learn and grow professionally
be recognized for the great work you do
participate in programs that support your health and wellbeing
You’ll also receive a competitive salary and may be eligible to participate in our health and dental plan.
This is a temporary opportunity up to 12 months in duration.
Salary Grade: N09 From: $110,594.16 To: $138, 242.20
Job Summary:
Provide expert advice, consultation and insight to Business leaders on talent and organizational design strategies, HR initiatives and critical business decisions impacting the management of people, teams and leaders. Support the Business areas in the design delivery and execution of their organizational and Division/Cluster initiatives impacting their teams.
Partner with client group(s) leadership team in the strategic planning, delivery and integration of corporate human resources programs, processes, policies and products. Actively participate in leadership teams’ strategic business planning process; and align HR strategies with business initiatives, delivering programmatic content, and supporting operations.
Partner with centres of expertise and other areas of the Human Resources division to access resources and implement HR and business solutions
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
Participate as a member of the client’s leadership team and act as a technical resource, providing a holistic approach in the direction, advice and guidance to senior management in strategic, tactical, executional and operational issues impacting and/or relating to human resources management. This includes:
Assisting in the development of long and short term business goals through strategic workforce planning analysis
Leading the development of planned outcomes and measures related to the managing and development of people
Coaching and developing executive leaders to grow/enhance people-management capabilities
Providing strategic advice and consultation on human resources strategy, initiatives and issues relating to organizational design, change management, total compensation, talent management, recruitment, and compliance with HR policies and procedures
Plan and implement new/revised HR programs, services, processes and procedures which align and integrate with the business, support their unique needs, respond to new initiatives and meet future business requirements. This includes:
Developing and maintaining effective communication linkages with all levels of management within HR Division and other areas as required to identify ongoing and changing needs and to ensure HR services and products are aligned with business requirements to maintain a high level of customer service and support.
Engaging and partnering with centres of expertise and other areas within the HR division to provide input to the corporate human resource sub functions to ensure the effective planning, development, design and implementation of corporate wide programs, policies, practices and processes to meet the needs of the HR division and the business.
Lead HR program deliverables for cluster-specific initiatives and projects to full implementation. Develop HR project plan ensuring alignment of HR programs, products and services with the strategic direction.
Plan and develop short and long term branch strategic business plans, goals and objectives to operationalize and support WSIB and divisional strategic goals and objectives. As a member of the human resources management team, collaborate with peers and Vice-President, Human Resources to identify, recommend and develop divisional strategy, goals and objectives in support of the corporate and business strategies, goals, priorities and objectives.
In collaboration with the HR Systems and Human Capital Analytics branch. Gather and leverage workforce data to formulate people insights and recommendations. Assess and report on the performance of HR programs and initiatives.
Job Requirements:
Education (Level and Specialty / Discipline):
Post-secondary education specializing in the Human Resources Management field.
Experience (Years of Related Experience and Type of Experience):
5 years of experience in key human resources disciplines including performance management, employee relations, organizational and job design, change management, collective agreement consultation, employment law and application of these concepts and principles to provide strategic guidance and advice to business leaders.
5 years managerial experience
Technical or Professional Qualifications or Certifications/Designations: CHRL designation (preferred)
Experience in HRMS platforms, advanced technologies and innovations such as AI tools and its use-case applications to HR and bsuiness processes.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We respect and value the diversity of our people. We strive to create an environment where employees can be themselves and where our differences are celebrated.
We value and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating inclusive experiences for both our employees and prospective employees. We invite all interested individuals to apply. If you require accommodations in order to apply to this position please contact talentacquisitioncentre@wsib.on.ca. If you are invited to participate in the interview or assessment process, you can advise our Recruiter of your accommodation needs at that time.
Please visit our EDI Vision to learn more about what actions WSIB are taking to advance our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and to support all employees participating and contributing to their full potential
Disclosing conflicts of interest
As public servants, employees at the WSIB have a responsibility to act in an ethical way at all times to create a respectful workplace and maintain public trust. Job applicants are required to disclose any circumstance that could result in a real, potential or perceived conflict of interest. A conflict of interest is any situation where your private interests may impair or be perceived to impair the decisions you make in your official capacity. This may include: political activity, directorship, other outside employment and certain personal relationships (e.g. with current WSIB employees, customers and/or stakeholders). If you have any questions about conflict of interest obligations and/or how to make a disclosure, please contact the Talent Acquisition Centre at talentacquisitioncentre@wsib.on.ca.
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As a precondition of employment, the WSIB requires that prospective candidates undergo a criminal records name check any time before or after they are hired.
To apply for this position, please submit your application by the closing date.
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