HR Generalist

Enter the Game!

Activate is a technology company building interactive gaming facilities across Canada and the US. It takes entertainment into the future by fusing technology and physical activity to create live-action gaming experiences.

We are amidst a substantial expansion spanning Canada, the US, and beyond into the global market. To fortify this growth, we are looking to expand our team with the addition of a Human Resource Generalist.  A successful applicant will be responsible to support the HR team through dedicated HR focus on policy compliance, recruitment, HR systems and reporting. The incumbent in this role will have key responsibilities in policy development and implementation, recruitment and selection, performance management, employee relations, compensation administration, training and development, and special projects as required.  This is a full-time and permanent position.

The Duties and Responsibilities: 

HR Process and Systems 

• Audit folders of the HRIS and SharePoint for completeness and for accuracy of documentation within the folders
  
• Ensure Payroll and HRIS systems are communicating consistent information
  
• Develop templates and reporting on HR metrics; provide data driven HR reporting
• Work with the team to initiate team building activities and provide administrative support with events
  
• Conduct reporting and analysis on the results of Employee Experience and Employee Wellbeing surveys
  
• Develop presentations for training, and ensure proper tracking of all required training
  

 Talent Acquisition and Retention

• Responsible to maintain and update job profiles, interview guides, create postings for approval that are consistent with our corporate brand and brand messaging 
• Prescreen candidates and ensure recruitment process is updated in HRIS 
• Schedule and participate in interviews with hiring leaders for designated roles
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding process, including orientation and first day readiness

Compliance

• Research legislative requirements and assess compliance in various jurisdictions in Canada and the U.S
• Prepare reporting, research and analysis on Job evaluation/Pay equity legislation and reporting requirements and submissions
• Update policies and policy wording as requested
  
• Ensure proper tracking of all compliance training; participate in training rollout and execution
• Maintain accurate employee file by supporting administration of employee requests and leaves including protected leaves, and WCB claims 

The Qualifications: 

• Certificate or diploma in HR Management or other related fields 
  
• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a similar position
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically in Word and Excel (Advanced)
• Demonstrated expertise in proficiency, developing and managing relationships
  
• Knowledge of trends in the industry including all aspects of legislation
  
• Above average communication skills; written and verbal
  
• Quick learner, creative, self-motivated and detail-oriented
• Highly motivated with the ability to multi-task and manage conflicting priorities
  

The Perks: 

• Competitive Salary
  
• Benefits package
  
• Paid time off
  
• Casual dress 
  
• Employee discount
  
• On-site parking
  

About Activate: 

Taking entertainment into the future by fusing technology and physical activity together to create live-action gaming experiences, Activate is a technology company building interactive gaming facilities with locations across Canada and the US.  For more information about Activate, please visit http://playactivate.com/ or check us out on Instagram - @activategames/Facebook @activategames. 

Activate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Activate is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation for a protected characteristic, contact [email protected] which is an email monitored for this purpose. 

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.