The Ministry of the Solicitor General, Hamilton-Wentworth Detention Centre, is looking for an individual with payroll experience to provide human resources and payroll support services.
About the job
In this role, you will:
• Maintain accurate attendance and payroll records; • Verify payroll accuracy and prepare payroll deduction and related items; • Prepare staff payroll and overtime reports; • Submit and track hours for fixed-term contract employees; • Provide information related to benefit packages, and prepare paperwork for new, retiring or resigning employees; • Maintain up to date human resources information, manuals and files.
What you bring to the team
Specialized Knowledge:
• You have knowledge and experience in providing human resources and payroll support services • You have knowledge of payroll, attendance and benefits processing requirements • You can interpret and apply human resources policies and procedures, and collective agreements provisions
Communication, Interpersonal and Organizational Skills
• You can respond to inquiries in an efficient and effective manner • You can explain payroll and benefit policies and procedures to staff, and prepare written documents • You are well-organized and can prioritize work to meet competing demands and deadlines
Mathematical, Analytical and Problem Solving Skills
• You can verify human resources and payroll information for accuracy • You can identify, analyze and resolve payroll and attendance discrepancies • You can calculate and reconcile data related to payroll, attendance and benefits
Computer Skills
• You can use word processing, spreadsheet, database and human resources/payroll programs to perform a variety of tasks
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.
Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for 29 ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions • flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs • a comprehensive compensation and benefits package • comprehensive benefits that look after your holistic wellness needs • base salary that aligns to market trends with performance-based pay and scheduled salary progression • tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more • a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment
Additional information:
Apply by:
Monday, May 5, 2025 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 165 Barton St E, Hamilton, West Region, Enhanced - Criminal Record (CPIC) Check, Vulnerable Service Sector Check, Fingerprint-based CPIC Check, Intelligence Check, Credit Check
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