People Services Assistant (NUG-26-14)

We're on the lookout for top-tier talent to join our upper-tier municipality! If you're ready to take your career to new heights, learn from some of the best local government experts, or are just interested in being a part of positive work culture, where opportunities for growth and career advancement exist - we want to hear from you! Seize the opportunity to contribute to a future that will leave a lasting impact for generations. Take action today by applying and join us in shaping tomorrow together! 

Posting Details:

• Application Deadline: Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 12:00pm 
• Position Status: Full-time, Temporary Contract
• Estimated Contract Length: Two (2) years until approximately March 3, 2028
• Current Vacancies: 1 vacancy 
• Hourly Rate: $30.56 per hour - $35.95 per hour (rate effective October 3, 2025)
• Hours per Week: Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week
• Position Location: Peterborough, Ontario. 
• Position Group: Non-Union Group
• Competition #: NUG-26-14

What you'll do:

Join our People Services team as a People Services Assistant, where you’ll play an important role in shaping the employee experience from the very first point of contact. Reporting to the General Manager, People Services, this position offers hands‑on assistance in the full-cycle recruitment process, and administrative support to the supporting job description and job evaluation processes. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys detail‑oriented work, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is looking to grow their career in human resources.

• Recruitment Support: You will support end‑to‑end recruitment administration by posting job opportunities, coordinating interviews, communicating with candidates, and maintaining accurate competition records. You will also assist with onboarding and provide responsive administrative support to ensure recruitment processes run smoothly and align with organizational requirements.
• Job Description Maintenance & Support: You will support the maintenance of job descriptions by collecting, formatting, editing, and organizing job‑related documentation, while managing databases, tracking tools, and version control. You will also coordinate review and job evaluation processes with People Services and internal stakeholders, ensuring records are accurate, current, and properly maintained.
• People Services Support: You will provide general People Services support by responding to routine inquiries, recording meeting minutes, and stepping in to support team members as needed. You will also assist the General Manager, People Services with administrative tasks such as preparing correspondence, reports, and presentations,.

• Our non-negotiables: You have a post secondary education in Business Administration with a focus in Human Resources Management, Commerce or a relevant program. You have a valid Ontario driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Experience & Certifications: You have at least one (1) year experience in a Human Resources related environment. Having your CHRP designation or being close to obtaining it would be considered an asset. 
• Organization & Attention to Detail: You’re able to manage multiple recruitment files, documents, and deadlines while maintaining accurate records, version control, and compliance with established policies and procedures. You are able to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and timelines to meet departmental or organizational needs.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: You interact professionally with candidates, hiring managers, and People Services team members, ensuring timely, respectful communication and effective coordination throughout recruitment and job description processes.
• Collaborative Team Approach: You work well as part of a team, willingly sharing information, providing backup support when needed, and contributing to a positive, cooperative work environment.
• Benefits & Perks: You will be working with a collaborative People Services team that values having fun while getting the job done. You will play a key role in shaping future employees’ first impression of the County by providing a professional, welcoming, and well‑coordinated recruitment experience. You will work for an organization that offers paid time off, OMERS pension enrollment, access to an employee assistance program, and a benefits package. 
• Culture: You thrive in a collaborative team environment with a focus on growth and professional development opportunities. Wellness in the workplace is important to you, and you enjoy attending events, lunch-and-learns and more!
• Community: You take pride in serving a community that offers a diverse landscape, tourist attractions, a booming downtown scene, a lively arts community, and a strong local business sector.

Peterborough County embraces diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process. Join us in building a diverse and inclusive workplace! 

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the information gathered will be used for the purpose of job selection.

If you require this information in an accessible format or would like a copy of the full job description, please contact the People Services Department at [email protected]. Candidates invited to participate in the selection process will be provided a full copy of the job description.