HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTORATE DIRECTION DES RESSOURCES HUMAINES

Human Resources Operations Specialist

Selection Process Number: 11393459

Directorate: Human Resources

Classification: SEN 6: $70,415 - $89,097

Job Type: Indeterminate Appointment (permanent, full-time)

Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Closing Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025

About the Senate

The Senate plays a unique role in shaping our country’s democracy. As members of the upper house of Parliament, senators examine legislation, study public policy, champion causes and conduct interparliamentary diplomacy.

As a workplace, the Senate is composed of dynamic people representing our nation’s diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is provided full and equal opportunity and access to employment, development and advancement. Build and advance your career by joining a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence in support of senators and the institution. 

How will you contribute?

As a member of our Human Resources (HR) team, you will play a key role in ensuring that clients have a unique and positive experience when interacting with HR to obtain information and services.

Reporting to the Supervisor, HR Service Centre and Quality Assurance Lead, you will be responsible for day-to-day activities of the HR Service Centre by delivering highly professional, timely and first-rate client services in inquiry management and executing HR transactions.

Open to

The general public to staff one (1) indeterminate full-time position in the Human Resources Directorate.

This selection process may be used to staff determinate or indeterminate positions at the same level with similar requirements.

The Senate of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve, starting with an inclusive and barrier-free hiring process. You are entitled to apply in the official language of your choice (English or French) and you can request to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Prerequisites

• Post-secondary diploma in Human Resources or a related field OR an acceptable combination of education, and relevant experience;
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience responding to HR related enquiries and providing advice and recommendations to clients;
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience providing HR support including managing, analyzing and processing data and reports;
• Experience using Microsoft Excel;
• Experience with Unit4 considered an asset;
• Demonstrated ability to operate within a service centre environment;
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment;
• Knowledge of the various human resources disciplines and how they interrelate.

Linguistic Requirements 

English Reading Comprehension: C

English Written Expression: B

English Oral Interaction: C

French Reading Comprehension: C

French Written Expression: B

French Oral Interaction: C

Competencies

Integrity
Respect
Service
Action Management
Dependability
Teamwork & Cooperation
Communication

Organizational Needs

The Senate of Canada is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive workplace where all employees are provided full and equal access to employment, development, and advancement opportunities.

Conditions of Employment

Candidates must consent to supply personal information and obtain a security accreditation in order to be eligible for appointment.

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