HR Systems Consultant

Position:
HR Systems Consultant
Department:
AS Human Resources
Position Status:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Full time
Temporary Contract End Date:
2027-04-30
Non- Union
Location:
Peterborough, ON
Language:
English
Salary Range:
$44.60 - $55.76
per hour
THE PRHC DIFFERENCE:
Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) is a regional hospital delivering acute healthcare to a rapidly growing population of more than 300,000 in Peterborough and the surrounding communities, including the First Nations of Curve Lake, Hiawatha and Alderville.
With an annual budget of nearly $390 million, and a proud local history extending back over a century, PRHC has nearly 500 inpatient beds and offers a wide range of services, including specialized programs in renal, stroke, cardiac, cancer care, vascular surgery and mental health & addictions.
PRHC is located in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada a 90-minute drive north-east of Toronto. We are the region’s largest employer with more than 3,100 staff, 450 physicians with privileges, and a core group of 250 volunteers.
As a member of the PRHC team, you will be part of an exceptional working environment – a forum to share knowledge, to lead and learn, to develop talents, relationships and careers, and a culture that recognizes and celebrates the efforts and achievements of its people.
PRHC is proud to be recognized as one of the top 20 employers nationwide in the healthcare and social services category, and 199 overall among 300 Canadian employers across all sectors, on the Canada’s Best Employers list released by Forbes in 2025.
What We Offer
We're committed to supporting our people with meaningful rewards and experiences, which may include:
A competitive total rewards package aligned with the position
Pension plan with employer contributions for eligible roles
Health, wellness, and lifestyle perks, including fitness memberships and travel savings
On site gym 24/7 free to all employees
Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support your growth
HOURS OF WORK:
The stated hours of work are approximate as schedules are subject to change with the operational needs of the Health Centre. Changes made to hours of work will follow the terms of the applicable collective agreement, company policy and/or legislation.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources the HR Systems Consultant provides strategic advice and guidance to HR Manager, Systems Analyst and Systems specialists acting as a subject matter expert. The Consultant is a key member of the HR team and is the technical expert and system administrator for the organizations HR systems including but not limited to: Time & Attendance (UKG Dimensions), Emergency and Scheduling Call-Out System (Vocantas), Volunteer Management System (volgistics), Occupational Health and Safety (Parklane), HR HelpDesk (ServiceDesk Plus).
This role will be responsible for generating HR/Scheduling-related reports, supporting the go-live of our UKG system, managing system upgrades, and maintaining data integrity. Working alongside Finance and IT, the incumbent contributes to system planning and strategy while facilitating continual improvements to support organizational and HR objectives.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
Post-secondary Diploma/Degree in Business, Human Resources, Education, Operations/ Logistics, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
WHO YOU ARE:
5 years of experience working closely with enterprise-wide systems with a strong focus on customer service, technology enhancement, communication, problem solving and decision making
Strong knowledge of best practices (applicant tracking, talent management, reporting, benefits administration, advanced scheduling, etc.) in a complex workforce management industry (logistics, manufacturing, or healthcare)
Previous experience implementing HR and complex scheduling technology solutions developing business requirements, deploying applicable technologies and business process re-engineering
Advanced knowledge of MS Suite including: Excel, Word and PowerPoint required
Demonstrated understanding of HR and or scheduling processes and data, including eligibility and enrollment rules, and benefit procedures in order to ensure correct implementation
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with a range of stakeholders to support the business and maintain IT systems
Previous exposure to project-related activities through active participation in system-related projects
Strong technical skills and problem-solving abilities
Excellent organizational skills and ability to reprioritize tasks
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks often dealing and resolving difficult issues
Project management experience leading HR systems as well as general HR projects
2 - 5 years’ experience in healthcare, manufacturing, or equally complex sectors working with Workday and UKG Pro inclusive of UKG configuration experience
This position is for a current vacancy.
OUR COMMITMENT:
At PRHC, we take great pride in maintaining an inclusive culture of respect and a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We do this because we understand that bringing different perspectives and backgrounds to the fulfillment of our mission, vision and values makes us better.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of all equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, black, racialized, women, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities, expressions, and sexual orientations. Even if your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification on this position, we still encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for another role within our organization.
Peterborough Regional Health Centre is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment that is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Should you require accommodation through the recruitment and selection process, please notify us by indicating this on your application form and upon initial contact by our recruitment team. This will ensure that we can tailor the recruitment process to meet your accommodation needs.
Thank you for your interest in the opportunity at PRHC. If you are selected to move forward in the recruitment process, you will be contacted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.