Hr Generalist

Join Vesey’s Dynamic Team!

Are you ready to become a key player in our talented staff at Vesey’s, a family-owned company with over 80 years of legacy? We are a leading mail-order seed and bulb company in Canada, and our Equipment division is PEI’s go-to for Lawn and Garden, Kioti Tractor, and Atlantic Canada’s largest supplier of Golf and Turf equipment featuring Toro and Club Car products.

Job Opportunity: HR Generalist

Job Details:

• Permanent, Full-time position
• Monday to Friday, 40h per week
• Pay rate: $50,000-$65,000 a year
• Paid time off (Vacation and Sick)
• Health/Dental/Life Insurance
• Company Matched Pension

Responsibilities:

• Drive Recruitment and Retention initiatives.

• Implement policy and documentation updates.

• Conduct research on competitive standards, including vacation time.

• Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date job descriptions.

• Facilitate the performance review process.

• Manage the end-to-end hiring and termination processes.

• Conduct or assist with new hire orientation.

• Oversee the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) policy and committee.

• Develop and identify training programs to enhance employee skills.

• Address frequently asked questions from applicants and employees regarding standard policies, benefits, and hiring processes.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation.

• Uphold the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records.

• Conduct periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure proper document collection and filing.

• Assist with payroll functions, including processing, addressing employee inquiries, correcting processing errors etc.

• Serve as a liaison between the organization and external benefits providers and vendors.

• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Education: Degree in Business or HR Certification. CPHR Certified preferred.
• Experience: 2 years’ experience working in HR or payroll administration. Experience with ADP Workforce Now considered an asset.
• Deep understanding of the Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Act and the Workers Compensation Act.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll management, human resource information system (HRIS), and similar computer applications.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Human resources: 2 years (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• York, PE C0A 1P0 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• York, PE C0A 1P0: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person